2015-03-09 04:23:45 | SALOON Data writes:

The record was updated:

2009-03-12 19:16:46 | Rob Reilly writes:

info ex-CJA 1981
owner listed as
Andrew Batchelor

2015-02-26 10:22:43 | Anonymous writes:

identity is on a C type replica today
www.bonhams.com/auctions/22718/lot/42/

2015-03-20 00:09:07 | pauls writes:

Additional information from above auction:

Lot 42
1953 Jaguar C-Type Re-creation
Registration no. DBW 23 Chassis no. 640211 Engine no. C8610-FF
£130,000 - 160,000
US$ 190,000 - 240,000
Auction 22718:
Goodwood 73rd Members' Meeting
21 Mar 2015 14:00 GMT

This fine example is the work of Pearsons Engineering of Northamptonshire, a firm founded in the 1960s by John Pearson and now run by his son, Gary. They specialise in C-Type, D-Type and Lister Jaguars, and this particular C-Type was built in 2006 using the original jig made by precision engineer Peter Jaye, who in collaboration with RS Panels restored many original C-Types as well as constructing what are widely recognised as the finest replicas. The chassis was arc welded to match original Jaguar construction, while the aluminium-alloy body was hand made by Pearson Engineering's Jim Gibson, who built the original Peter Jaye bodies when he worked at RS Panels.

The 3.4-litre engine breathes via twin sand-cast SU carburettors mounted on an original XK manifold, supplied from a large-capacity fuel tank. The cylinder head is a 'B' series, which is correct for original C-Types. The 'C-Type' cylinder head, as it was known, with the 'C' cast into the plug well and 'C-Type' badged cam covers, was fitted to the XK140 Special Equipment cars as a marketing exercise after production of the C-Type ceased. They are often mistakenly used on C-Type re-creations. The engine also has a correct production C-Type cast exhaust manifold, correct copper/brass radiator and wide eared aluminium sump by Peter Jaye.

The gearbox is a Jaguar four-speed all-synchromesh Moss type. There is a correct, direct acting (XK120 style) clutch and tandem hydraulic brake system, while Jaguar/Dunlop disc brakes are fitted all round. The front suspension incorporates correct torsion bars, trunnions, adjusters, lower wishbones, steering arms, steering rack and steering column manufactured by Peter Jaye. Hub carriers, disc brakes, upper wishbones are stock Jaguar. Koni classic dampers are fitted. It is understood that some original C-Type components are present, but it has not been possible to verify this. The torsion bar rear suspension features splined vernier adjusters, trailing links, half-shafts, etc made by Peter Jaye together with a Pearsons-modified Salisbury axle (believed 3.54:1 ratio) and Koni classic dampers. Wheels are steel XK120 54-spoke wires shod with 6.0"x16" Dunlop racing tyres.

The interior features suede green leather seats; correct silver Hardura trimmed transmission cover; four-point safety harness; hand fire extinguisher; and a correct three-spoke Bluemels steering wheel. The electrical system features cotton-braided wiring and period components.
Described by the private vendor as in generally very good condition, this faithful C-Type re-creation is offered with sundry restoration invoices, old-style logbook, current MoT and V5 registration document.