References

Lex Classics has more than 15 years of experience in dealing with the various aspects of classic cars. We are proud to present our extensive list of references concerning the old-timers which we have restored throughout this period. These cars were sold to classic car lovers all over the world: in Belgium, Brazil, Germany, Ecuador, France, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Spain, and the U.S., among other countries. Do not hesitate to contact us if you want to get acquainted with these references!

July 2011:

Enjoying the MARK2 on the British Isles.

After having searched for a long time last year, I found the perfect Jaguar Mark2 (1967). To be quite honest, Lex found the car for me. First, the car was improved in a number of areas, and after that the car was ready for the ‘acid test’: a tour of Scotland, Ireland, and England. This tour was great fun with much enjoyment. The daily travels along small country roads, through the beautiful countryside, leaving the windows open just a crack so you could hear the sound of the engine reverberate against the stone walls and hedges was breathtaking. I also enjoyed the genuine interest of the people I met.

Interest in my classic car started on the ferry from IJmuiden to Newcastle. We were not the only passengers who travelled with a classic car. Among others, a Jaguar E-type from Munich, 4 Alfas (1750GTV) from the Netherlands, et cetera, and the conversation took off right away.

Once we reached Scotland I received lots of attention, people giving me the thumbs up and asking, “Which year is it from?”,And saying, “She is absolutely gorrrrgeous!” But of course, she is!

Sometimes, starting the engine in the cold morning air presented a problem, but a phone call to Lex (always at hand) solved everything, and after modifying some small thing or other, vrrroum, the engine was running again. Meanwhile, I had attracted a small crowd of people who uttered comments such as, “what year?” And, “she’s an absolute beauty.” “They don’t make cars like that anymore, do they!” was my favourite.

The various hotels and “inns” ensured me the best parking spot. Usually close to the entrance because it made such a pretty picture- for the hotel too of course!

Then I crossed over to Ireland where there were more classic cars on the ferry. There was a Belgian and 3 Frenchmen with 3 MGs and a Porsche, having great fun touring around and drinking whiskey in the evenings.

Once we arrived in Ireland I filled the tank with petrol with the highest possible octane content, supplemented with lead. A man of about 60 years old approached me. He exclaimed, “Ooooohhh, she is absolutely fantastic! If I would have her, she would never leave the garage! I have one request: Can I please smell inside?” He told me that he used to help his uncle restore these types of Jags. “Oh Sir, it all comes back to me now! The smell of leather, the scent of the perfect car; I even smell my uncle”.

Don’t forget to bring a sponge and shammy because the car has to shine! It makes the car drive even better by the way. In short, the Jag felt perfectly at home and we had a great time! Lots of chats and by now my wife knows far more about horsepower and all that sort of thing.

An MG B GT 1970 owner, also queuing for the Harwich ferry, commented: “Don’t ever sell it, hey!”
What a pity, hey Lex!