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Jaguar XK (1954)
for sale

Price: US $5,000.00

Description:

1954 Jaguar XK-120 Drop Head Coupe
LEFT HAND DRIVE
CHASSIS NUMBER:
S 677044
ENGINE NUMBER:
W 8036-8S
BODY NUMBER:
P 1047
GEARBOX NUMBER:
JL 16197
Here for sale is one of the most beautifully restored 1954 Jaguar XK-120 Drop Head Coupes, in the distinctive color combination of Silver/blue metallic exterior, Black interior & Black soft top.
The car is a “Special Equipment” or “M” model as they were called by US dealers: with high-lift cams, stronger suspension and wire wheels. It has a 3.4 liter engine and 4-speed manual gearbox. All numbers match the original data plate and JDHT Certificate. This remarkable vehicle is one of only 1471 Left Hand Drive DHCs built during the entire production run of the XK-120, and of those, only 706 were Special Equipment models, which makes this one of the most rare XK-120s. Prior to restoration, the car was in outstanding condition, so it was an excellent candidate to be restored.
Imagine cruising through summer in this classic beauty!
The absolutely complete and thorough restoration included:
New front suspension bushings
New front & rear suspension rebound bumpers
New GAZ front shocks
New rear shock link arms
New upper & lower ball joints
New wheel bearings and seals
New rear spring leather gaiters
4 New tires and tubes
New chrome knockoffs
New brake wheel cylinders (front and rear)
New brake dual master cylinder
New brake stop light switch
New brake lines
New brake hoses
New fuel tank sender
New in-tank fuel filter
New fuel pump
Carburetors rebuilt
Water pump rebuilt
Harmonic damper rebuilt
New wiring harnesses
New tri-bar headlamps
New Lucas driving lights
New tail lights
New convertible top
New chrome pin beading
New head liner
New interior kit with Wilton wool, carpets
New weather-stripping throughout
Re-porcelained exhaust manifolds
New Bell stainless steel exhaust system
Cam covers and water rail polished
New extensive chrome re-plating
New burled walnut veneer in all appropriate interior areas
New metal floor panels
New battery boxes
New 12-volt battery (easily returned to twin 6-volt units)
New Baltic birch floor boards
New Baltic birch boot boards
New bumpers (front & rear)
6 new pistons, rings and pins (+030)
New main and rod bearings (+010)
New small end bushings
12 new valves
New valve springs
New tappet hold-down set (Inlet and exhaust)
New timing chains and tensioners
New gaskets, seals and pilot bushing
New starter & dynamo brushes
New complete clutch: (drive plate, driven plate, release bearing)
Resurfaced flywheel
New windscreen rubber
New screen washer unit
Clock rebuilt (it actually works)
This car has a clear Ohio title and comes with the Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate as well as a DVD of the complete photo record…over 500 pictures before, during and after restoration as well as scans of receipts.
Here is a YouTube link to a brief video of the car:
here
Feel free to email me with any and all questions. If you need a specific photo, just ask me and I’ll take it. If you are close to the Cincinnati area and want to see the car in person, I’ll be happy to accommodate you. I reserve the right to end this auction early if the car is sold via other avenues.
PLEASE
bid on this car ONLY
if you are serious about owning it and have the funds available! Payment is due in full within 5-days
after the end of the auction and a $1, 000.00 non-refundable down payment is required within 24-hours
of the end of bidding. This beautiful car is sold “as is, where is” with no warranty expressed or implied…it is, after all, a 60-year old car! Buyer is responsible for all shipping, transport costs and/or customs details, though I shall be happy to work with an auto transport firm of your choice. My reserve price is most reasonable, so this is a wonderful opportunity to get a beautifully restored, fully functional Jaguar XK-120 DHC in pristine condition. From a classic car standpoint, this is a remarkable and rare example of the iconic Jaguar XK-120 Drop Head Coupe, the rarest of all versions of the XK-120. From a financial standpoint, this car’s value is only going to appreciate in the future and so is a practical addition to one’s portfolio. Few investments compare with classic cars for future growth as well as immediate pleasure of ownership.
Thank you for looking and best of luck!

_{update: 2015-06-04}