1939 SS Jaguar Drophead Manual
QLD • Private
22
Odometer28,500km
Body typeCoupe
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the seller
This 1939 SS Jaguar 2.5 litre 4 speed manual is one of only about 17 left in the world.
Being built before the war this is a real SS built by Swallow Sidecars and has all the higher quality fittings not seen on the post war models.
It was originally delivered new by the dealer to a Lady in Melbourne in 1939. It is one of the first SS Cars to have the Jaguar name.
It is a fully restored vehicle and is very reliable and has aftermarket totally hidden air conditioning.
As you can see by the photographs, it is in very good condition and looks truly spectacular.
It recently completed a trip to Tasmania from Brisbane and return with no problems.
Since its restoration it has won many national and state awards and is about to go from Brisbane to Hobart and return for the Jaguar Nationals.
It has been to Perth and back without any issues and travels at highway speeds easily.
It returns around 11 litre per 100kms fuel economy.
The car is painted in Jaguar 1939 Maroon and trim is correct colour and hood is also correct colour.
The body work and paint was done from bare metal and uses only 2 pack products and provides a long lasting excellent appearance.
More photos can be provided to interested purchasers.
All numbers are matching and engine is externally original with reconditioned higher performance parts.
It comes with original maroon colored wire wheels and also chrome wire wheels.
The tool kit is complete and correct.
Steering , gearbox and brakes are excellent and all components have been rebuilt.
It is regularly used for rally and social events.
As any Jaguar enthusiast would realize, this genuine SS JAGUAR DROP HEAD COUPE would command a far higher price in England or Europe but I would like the car to stay with an enthusiast in Australia as it was delivered to Australia.
I have a reasonable documented history of the vehicle and I have log books, Manual and sales brochures.
I also have some spares and service items.
I also have my JAGUAR XK120 DHC for sale.
Car details
øVehicle description
3 1/2 Litre Drophead Coupe 2dr Man 4sp 3.5 [IMP]
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Maroon
Interior colour
Beige
Body type
Coupe, 2 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 3.5L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
February 2025
Build date
May 1939
Compliance date
Check with seller
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-16957842
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
0
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
3486cc
Engine Size (L)
3.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
Pushrod
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
7
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
93.3kW
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Delivery
SU Twin (Carburettor Multiple)
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Steel
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4725mm
Width
1676mm
Height
1549mm
Wheelbase
3048mm
Track Front
1422mm
Track Rear
1422mm
Other
Country of Origin
UNITED KINGDOM
Country of Import
UNITED KINGDOM
Launch Year
1939
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
3 1/2 Litre
Series
3 1/2 Litre
Badge
Drophead
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Coupe
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Victoria
Referred
Queensland
Referred
South Australia
Referred
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Rodney is the sellerLocation
Newport, QLD 4020
Member since
2011
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