Just saw this on the BaT site....
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...ign=2018-01-23

 

That is very nice.

 

Note, engine replacement for high oil consumption and internal damage at a warranty cost of $40k. Only 32k on the car.

 

Even better - new motor!

 

OK great and we can start to build the data base . This is engine # 2 of 25,000 5.0l XK's built.

 

$35k with 30 minutes to go! I wouldn't have black, myself, but it sounds like a steal for someone!

Edit: Reserve not met at $35k.

 

It did not sell at something around $36k. Did not meet reserve.

 

Mid thirties seems to be the cap on these spec models. Lots of limited edition Jaguar spec models have not translated into higher selling prices. Usually because they're just paint and trim [and worn out :-( ] At least the 175 benefits from aero add-ons and real suspension bits; although the motor is basically unmodified. I've watched a couple of these try to claim a premium on eBay and they seem to get lost in general population of X-150s.

 

This one may come to sale soon too:

Antiques dealer admits strangling his daughter to death | Daily Mail Online


"Robert Peters, 55, allegedly attacked Sophia while they were alone at the £1 million family home in Wimbledon, south-west London, (pictured), where a £50,000 Jaguar XK convertible was parked on the driveway"

 

Agree. If I'm not mistaken, a 175 sold in FL last year for mid 30s (not on BaT though).

 

I follow the markets for both X100 and X150. Special production models like the Victory Editions, Silverstones, etc. haven't sold for significantly more than the base models. The rare case when they do collect a premium is when the special edition has been preserved by a fanatical owner. In this case they should remove the XKR badging and replace it with OCD. These owners probably had in mind from day one to preserve their treasures in a bubble; and buyers are purchasing the stewardship more than the badge. Trying to sell a beater with a special sill plate just isn't happening these days.

 

1 million pounds apparently doesn't buy much of a home in southwest London.

 

.... but hopefully it buys Location. What do the homes around it list for? If it's a family estate, the purchase price 200 years ago may have been six pounds, thirty.

 

I need a two car garage over location.

 

I have a three-car garage and nowhere near enough room.
London. You may as well ask for a spaceport instead of a garage. You'll get the same results.