1959 Jaguar MK I

For sale in our Chicago Showroom is a 1959 Jaguar Mark I Saloon. In the United States the word Saloon usually means something completely different but in England it referenced a 4-door vehicle such as this head-turning Jaguar. In 1959 Jaguar was producing some of the most beautiful and functional vehicles of all time and this vintage cat is sure to impress. The 2.4 Litre was the company’s first small saloon since the demise of the 1.5 and 2.5 litre cars in 1949 and was an immediate success. It seems silly to speak of this car as “small” when compared to modern cars of today. The opulence of this car can only be compared to that of a Rolls Royce or Bentley. Inside you will notice beautiful red leather seating surfaces accompanied by a beautiful black 4 spoke steering wheel proudly displaying the Jaguar logo in the center. The Walnut Burl Dash and door surrounds are in very nice shape and just scream luxury and make for a perfect back drop to the black Knight gauges and chrome dash trim. Not only is this car a pleasure to look at but is quite the performer and goes down the road smooth and quiet with little driving effort. As you shift through the gears it’s easy to forget you are driving a vintage sedan and not a sports car. Under the bonnet lies the beating heart of this beautiful cat the 2.4 Litre inline 6 cylinder came in at 2483 cc and produced 112 horsepower. Featuring dual Solex down draft carburetors this engine compartment actually had a little “bling” for its time with chrome plating on many visible parts . This little 6 is backed by a 4 speed manual gearbox that provides maximum performance as well as fuel efficiency. Options on this classy Jag include leather seating surfaces, burled walnut dash, 4 speed transmission, interior courtesy lights, Knight gauges, headlight cages, Lucas fog lights, rear fender skirts, Jaguar wheel covers and whitewall tires. Cheers! Located in our Chicago showroom this 1959 Jaguar Mark I can be seen including an HD video and pictures at www.gatewayclassiccars.com. For additional information please call (708) 444-4488 or email