1939 jaguar SS 2.5-Liter Mark IV

1939 jaguar SS 2.5-Liter Mark IV

1939 jaguar SS 2.5-Liter Mark IV

1939 jaguar SS 2.5-Liter Mark IV

INTRODUCTION:Jaguar's first postwar model, the three-position drophead coupe was distinctive, captivating and extravagant. Extremely rare today, the MK IV was an extremely desirable vehicle and one of the few postwar cars that is considered a Full Classic by the Classic Car Club of America.
HIGHLIGHTS:When SS Cars Ltd. introduced the SS 100 Jaguar Sports car in 1935, it popularized a name that the company itself would adopt after World War II. In 1938, the firm added a DHC (Drophead coupe - convertible) version. Built on a 120-inch wheelbase, this convertible had a new crossbraced frame and pressed steel body. It was much admired for its gracefully curved front fenders, which flowed into the running boards. The luxurious interior included a dashboard in French walnut and doors and seats upholstered in Vaumol leather. A padded case inside the trunk lid held a complete tool set.
SPECIFICATION:

• A total of 5,761 1.5 liter Jaguar Mark IV's were produced, 1,861 2.5 liters and 4,420 of the 3.5 liter models. The Mark IV featured a wheelbase of 112.5 inches, an overall length of 173.0 inches, and had a weight of 2,970 lbs.
• Pronounced Mark Four, the Jaguar Mark IV was a saloon vehicle built by Jaguar from 1945 through 1945, and was a re-launch of a pre WWII model produced by SS Car Ltd from 1936.The company was renamed Jaguar Cars Ltd. after the war. The nomenclature ‘Mark IV' was applied by the trade to simply differentiate it from the officially named Mark V. The Saloons were named SS Jaguar 1 ½ litre, 2 ½ liter or 3 ½ liter. The little two seater sports vehicle was called the SS Jaguar 100 2 ½ liter or 3 ½ liter.