Once again an E Type Jag topped the auction prices with a IOM registered 1996 Series 1 - the running gear if which had started life in a FHC, but which had been re-housed in a new Roadster monocoque with hardtop - fetching £56,105 with premium at Sandown Park, just over Barons’ lower estimate. During 16 years of vendor ownership, the still cosmetically sharp motor car had been treated to various enhancing upgrades including 5-speed Getrag all-synchromesh box, electro-hydraulic power steering and MkX discs with Coopercraft calipers and more potent brake servo.
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