A legendary 1954 Jaguar D-Type, campaigned by racing icons like Stirling Moss, heads to auction with an estimated price of $6.5M–$8.5M.
A significant piece of motorsport history, the 1954 Jaguar D-Type “OKV 2,” is set to cross the auction block at The Amelia Auction in March 2025. With an estimated value between $6.5 million and $8.5 million, this factory Works competition car represents one of the most storied Jaguar race cars ever built.
As the lead car in Jaguar’s 1954 24 Hours of Le Mans entry, “OKV 2” was driven by Stirling Moss and Peter Walker, setting the fastest lap of the race before mechanical issues forced its retirement. Despite its early exit, the D-Type would go on to compete in top-tier European races from 1954 to 1958, with legendary drivers including Mike Hawthorn, Tony Rolt, Ivor Bueb, and Norman Dewis behind the wheel.
The D-Type’s revolutionary design, developed by Malcolm Sayer and Bill Heynes, featured aircraft-inspired aerodynamics, a monocoque chassis, and an advanced braking system. Its engineering advancements helped secure Jaguar’s dominance at Le Mans throughout the 1950s. “OKV 2” played a key role in developing this success, continuing its competition career with privateer teams such as Ecurie Broadhead, where it earned podium finishes at circuits like Silverstone, Goodwood, and Aintree.
After spending time in North America, the car underwent a meticulous restoration by Lynx Engineering in the late 1970s and has since been campaigned in historic racing events, including the Goodwood Revival and Le Mans Classic. With extensive documentation, period race records, and ownership by renowned Jaguar expert Terry Larson, “OKV 2” stands as one of the most important D-Types to remain in private hands.
As it heads to auction without reserve, this Jaguar D-Type offers collectors a rare opportunity to acquire a true icon of endurance racing.
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