Proven Historic Racer

Historic race cars are often judged on appearance.

The important ones are judged on results.

This Jaguar Mk1 sits firmly in the latter category. A genuine competition car with a documented history across some of the most recognised historic racing events, it represents a rare opportunity to acquire a car that hasn’t just participated — but performed.

From qualifying on pole position at the Goodwood Revival to competing across Europe in some of the most competitive historic grids, this is a car with real credibility behind it.

More importantly, it remains eligible to continue competing at that level.

KEY DETAILS

• Year: 1959
• Model: Jaguar Mk1 (Historic Race Car)
• Configuration: Original RHD ‘Mark I’ example
• Competition History: Extensive UK and European historic racing
• Notable Events: Goodwood Revival, Le Mans Classic, Spa Six Hours
• Drivers: Raced by Win Percy (3x British Touring Car Champion)
• Achievement: Pole position — Goodwood Revival (St Mary’s Trophy)
• Certification: FIA Historic Technical Passport (valid to 2026)
• Eligibility: HSCC, HRDC, Goodwood Revival, Le Mans Classic

 

OUR VIEW

There’s a clear hierarchy in historic racing cars.

At one end, you have cars that look the part — well-presented, correctly prepared, but largely unproven. At the other, you have cars with genuine history, known drivers, and a track record in the right events.

This car sits firmly in the latter group.

What stands out isn’t just the specification or preparation, but the level at which it has competed — and the fact it has done so successfully. That credibility matters, particularly in historic racing, where entry acceptance, competitiveness, and provenance are closely linked.

Equally important is its ongoing eligibility. With valid FIA papers and a known competition history, this is not a car that requires reinterpretation or revalidation — it is ready to be used as intended.

At DM Historics, cars like this represent a different type of ownership. Not static assets, but machines with a clear purpose — and the ability to deliver it at the highest level.

This was one of them.