Robert Hughes Automobiles

A model which marked the final phase of the illustrious Mk 2, thus benefitting from significantly improved performance with the straight-port cylinder head and SU carburettors replacing Solex. This became the first sub 3 litre Jaguar to break 100 mph and knocked 4 seconds off the 0-60. Cars with manual transmission had the closer ratio all synchromesh unit and this example has optional overdrive which ...

A left hand drive, first of the water cooled 996 variants, this highly specified ‘tiptronic’ example has air conditioning, 18” wheels, sports seats, detachable hard top and 10 speaker sound system. The car was supplied new at Porsche Munich to the first owner who registered it in the UK during 1999 so it could be used to commute and enjoyed at their second home in France. Purchasing directly ...

A car we know well having re-purchased it from the previous owner who we sold it to 20 years ago. Back in 2002 we stripped the car to bare metal and repainted it only due to dullness of the original opalescent paint (photographs to support) and re-polished the woodwork. Leather, carpets, headlining, door panels etc are all original and superbly preserved as befitting just 43, 000 miles. The entire ...

ULEZ compliant, low mileage petrol versions are drying up, and this superb example finished in Zircon Blue with Pale Grey Hide has covered just 46, 000 miles from new with a very well stamped up service record. Following some years with very little use, the car was bought by Robert Hughes after it was traded in for a Bentley and has been extensively driven this year covering 5, 000 miles since last ...

This is a rare and specification, and all the more sought after for it: The electric sunroof is a nice feature. Being a 4. 2 litre (non-supercharged), it cruises beautifully, yet produces similar MPG to the more plentiful 3 litres. As a standard wheel-base, it goes extremely well. It is ULEZ exempt and slots into the cheaper road tax bracket. We supplied this car to the last owner and known it for ...

A model which marked the final phase of the illustrious Mk 2, thus benefitting from significantly improved performance with the straight-port cylinder head and SU carburettors replacing Solex. This became the first sub 3 litre Jaguar to break 100 mph and knocked 4 seconds off the 0-60. Cars with manual transmission had the closer ratio all synchromesh unit and this example has optional overdrive which ...

One of the era’s most elegant and recognisable designs with a turn of performance a decade ahead of its time and interior finishes rivalling those of the world’s finest automobiles- with grace, space and pace, it is pure Sir William Lyons. The remarkable survival of this example was owed to the second owner from 1958 who had the foresight to place the car in storage rather than disposing of it ...

A piece of history that was completed to special order by Rolls Royce in a unique specification for delivery to HR Owen in May 1990. Unregistered for 7 months, we are advised the car was displayed by Rolls Royce at European Motor Shows such as Geneva and Earls Court. Upon eventual registration to HR Owen in January 1991, it was assigned the most prestigious and appropriate registration number imaginable ...

A sweet-spot with this model, being one of the final few hundred Spirit 1?s with fuel injection and not suffering the quality issues of the carburetted earlier cars nor the head-gasket risks with the later ones. The opulent specification of this unique example was chosen by the original owner- a prominent (Sunday Times rich-list) businessman, whose penchant for warm, natural colours suggest the car ...

Probably the lowest mileage XE available, this has covered 14, 000 miles since new. The first owner used it sparingly before the second purchased it from a main dealer with just 12, 000 miles covered in 2020. Then used just for special occasions, we acquired the car directly from the family. More desirable being petrol, and fully ULEZ conforming, this is a truly immaculate XE which needs to be seen ...

The subject of an extensive restoration in the 1990’s by renowned ‘Southern Classics’ the car is being carefully enjoyed in its second lease of life. With just the slightest age-related patination now present, it could be mistaken for a 3 year old of its time and looks all the better for it.

Panel gaps and finishes are extremely good, doors clunk shut nicely and the side profile ...

A delightful example in Yukon Grey with Cherry Red upholstery which we sold to the last owner 12 years ago after it had been discovered from a very long-term owner’s deceased estate and refurbished to an astonishing degree of detail by the interim owner. The amount of time, and financial commitment bestowed upon the car at that time remains self-evident and needs to be seen to be appreciated. It ...

We believe this is the ultimate supercharged 4. 2, with just two owners from new, who have both fastidiously cared for it. Despite having covered just 12, 000 miles from new, this Jaguar has had 15 proper services, stamped in the book (which is now full) and these are supported with invoices in a big file charting this it?s history from day 1 starting with the original handwritten showroom order form, ...

We purchased this at Goodwood Revival 14 years ago directly from its long term owner. Unlike many cars of its ilk which lack history, there is an impressive file of proper maintenance and up to date servicing with this one. Back in the 1990's it was refurbished to an exceptionally high standard by Fernhurst Motor Company who were reputed classic car specialists and TVR main agents. It has been ...

A desirable revised ‘XK’ with improved suspension and upgrade to the 5 litre. Subtle external styling differences both inside and out including the smart, chrome rotary gear selector and Kalimnos alloys. With the ‘Portfolio’ package, this features heated screen, (and cooled) seats, heated steering wheel, leather fascia and Bower and Wilkins sound system. Originally a Guy Salmon showroom demonstrator, ...