Mark Benton, in pursuit of land, discovered an unexpected treasure on a rundown Iowa farm. While planning to demolish an old barn, he stumbled upon a 1959 Jaguar Mark 2, a rare find in the United States. This model, blending elegance with power, boasts the engine of a Jaguar XK sports car, making it one of the fastest of its time.
Surprisingly well-preserved after decades in a wooden shed, this Mark 2 stands out as an anomaly in a state deemed culturally distant. Only a few of these sedans were released, mostly in England. Unearthed documents revealed its last registration in 1983. Benton plans to auction the vintage vehicle, anticipating a hefty sum, possibly surpassing several hundred thousand dollars. The unexpected discovery adds a fascinating chapter to the tale of a seemingly ordinary farm.
