THE car which carried Princess Kate and her children to Pippa Middleton’s wedding has been put up for auction.
The vintage Jaguar is expected to fetch an eye-watering price, despite being over 60-years-old.
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The 1960 Jaguar Mk IX Saloon was seen by millions when it formed part of the wedding transport for Pippa’s wedding.
It carried Kate – who was the Duchess of Cambridge at the time – and Prince George and Princess Charlotte to the ceremony at St Mark’s Church.
The two royal children took on the roles of page boy and bridesmaid at the ceremony, in one of their first major appearances.
Now, the historic motor is being auctioned off and its sellers think it will fetch a huge price.
H&H Classics, the group selling the vehicle, has predicted that it could sell for anything from £30,000 to £35,000.
The motor is 65-years-old but remains in incredible condition.
Its odometer records show that it has travelled just 31,000, despite its age.
Also, the interior is decorated with a lavish red leather while the motor’s exterior is sprayed in a stately blue.
Ahead of the sale on September 10, a specialist from H&H classics said that the car is unique because of its exceptional “originality”.
Oliver Fernyhough-Martin, junior motor car specialist at H&H Classics, said: “The Mk IX carries a wonderful sense of presence – big, elegant, and unmistakably of its era.
“Its royal wedding connection only adds to the story, but it’s also the condition, originality and low mileage that make this such a compelling example in its own right.
“The Warwick Grey paintwork paired with the red leather interior gives it a stately yet stylish air that would grace any collection – or even another wedding.”
The model was first constructed in 1959, though only 10,009 were built before it was replaced by the Mk X in 1961.
The news comes after the late Queen Elizabeth II’s iconic Range Rover was sold for a staggering price.
Her Majesty’s 4.2-litre L322 had been tipped to fetch £70,000, but was eventually bought for £175,000.
There was a fierce bidding war between a Caribbean and a Japanese buyer, though the Caribbean car enthusiast was ultimately successful.
The royal vehicle has a silver dog mascot attached to the bonnet, as well as special security features designed to keep the Queen safe.
Before the sale, auctioneer Rob Hubbard said: “Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s personal Range Rover combines automotive excellence with an unmatched historical significance.
“Vehicles with such distinguished provenance rarely enter the market, making this an exceptional opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike.”
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