ClassicarGarage Newsletter 19, July 10 2008

Dear classic car enthusiast,

Since the previous newsletter we tested and photographed ten new arrived fine classic automobiles. As you can see in the photographs below the test sessions were quite interesting.
One of the highlights was the perfectly restored 1956 Jaguar XK 140 SE DHC. This car shows how fantastic a Jaguar XK can be, by looks and roadholding.
Impressive was the encounter with 'David & Goliath' at Smiths-Veglia. First we drove the
ultra light and playful 1960 Lotus Elite S2... after that the robust, bold and heavy 1932  Lagonda 3 Litre Brooklands special. Both cars were engineered as racing cars in an entirely different time frame. Two extremes with one mutual aspect: pure and unfiltered driving sensation... 

Sincerely,
Marc Vorgers.

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Click here to view our collection of around 130 quality classics.

Jaguar XK 140 3.4 Litre SE DHC, 1956

Volvo P1800 S, 1966

 Lotus Elite S2, 1960

  Austin Healey 3000 Mk II, 1962

Austin Healey 3000 Mk II, year 1962. Colour Ice blue metallic with a dark blue leather interior, white piping. Relatively scarce 3 carburettor model. The car was professionally restored in recent years to perfection. Bodywork is extremely crisp and clean and the car was build up perfectly - fantastic specimen! During restoration the automobile was improved on important details. Read the sales presentation on the website for additional information. Price: on application.

Smiths-Veglia. Click here
Telephone international: +31 343 49 30 31
E-mail: info@smithsveglia.nl 

  Jaguar E-type 3.8 Litre OTS (roadster) series 1, 1963

Jaguar E-type 3.8 Litre series 1 OTS
(Open Two Seater), year 1963.
Colour red, black leather interior, black soft top. The car was privately restored in 1999/2000 in the USA. A lot of bills are present. Since engine overhaul (by XK Unlimited) this E-type drove only 400 miles. Excellent condition with some signs of use. This E-type comes with an extensive history file. Interesting price. Price on application.

Smiths-Veglia. Click here
Telephone international: +31 343 49 30 31
E-mail: info@smithsveglia.nl 

   Lagonda 3 Litre low chassis Brooklands special, 1932

Lagonda 3 Litre low chassis Brooklands special, year 1932. Colour 'two tone' black/white, black wire wheels, black leather interior. This very impressive piece of machinery is based upon a 1932 Lagonda 3 Litre low chassis. The automobile was built according to the specifications of the 1929 Lagonda factory racing cars as they raced during the Brooklands 'Double Twelve' race in may 1929. The car features a very powerful 4.5 Litre Meadows engine. The chassis and body were restored by Peter Whenman in England. The engine was overhauled by LMB Racing in Belgium. Price: on application.

Smiths-Veglia. Click here
Telephone international: +31 343 49 30 31
E-mail: info@smithsveglia.nl 

Bentley R-type saloon, year 1953. Colour green, green leather interior, dark red piping. Dark red wool carpet. This very fine automobile has undergone extensive partial restorations at a specialist recently. The bodywork was restored (from the bare metal) and the interior was fully restored. The automobile features an original sliding roof and a beautifully mounted original radio. We are convinced this is one of the most delightful R-types you may wish to find. Price: on application.

Smiths-Veglia. Click here
Telephone international: +31 343 49 30 31
E-mail: info@smithsveglia.nl 

Next week you may expect two new arrived classic cars at Classic Cars Friesland:
a MG TC in very good condition and a MG TD in concourse condition.