Historic 1954 Jaguar D-Type ‘OKV 2' to be Auctioned Without Reserve at 2025 Amelia Auction
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One of the most significant sports racing cars in history, the 1954 Jaguar D-Type 'OKV 2', is set to headline Broad Arrow's 2025 Amelia Auction on March 7-8, where it will be offered without reserve. With an estimated value between $6.5 million and $8.5 million, this legendary Jaguar was a pioneering force in motorsport, shaping the future of endurance racing.
This particular D-Type, chassis XKD 403, was among the first three factory-built D-Types created for Jaguar's 1954 Le Mans assault. Piloted by legendary drivers Stirling Moss and Peter Walker, 'OKV 2' set the fastest practice lap and a record top speed of 172.97 mph down the Mulsanne Straight at Le Mans. Though it retired due to brake issues, the car continued competing at top-level European races from 1954 to 1958, making it one of the most extensively raced Works D-Types.
After its initial factory racing career, 'OKV 2' was sold in 1955 and continued its success under Bob Berry with podium finishes at Goodwood and Aintree. Over the following decades, the car passed through several esteemed collectors before undergoing restoration by Lynx Engineering in the 1970s. In the 1990s, Jaguar historian Terry Larson acquired it and drove it in prestigious events such as the Goodwood Revival, Colorado Grand, and California Mille. In a special moment, Jaguar test driver Norman Dewis was reunited with 'OKV 2' at the Monterey Historics—his first time behind the wheel of the car in 45 years.
Today, 'OKV 2' is not just a historic racer but a meticulously documented, race-proven machine that still competes in historic motorsport events worldwide. Now, after 15 years in a private collection, it heads to auction at The Amelia, where one lucky bidder will claim a piece of Jaguar's Le Mans-winning legacy.
For details on bidding, visit broadarrowauctions.com or contact Broad Arrow's specialists at +1 313 312 0780.
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