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1955 Jaguar XK140 SE Coupe

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1955 Jaguar XK140 SE Coupe

Lot Number: 720

1955 Jaguar XK140 SE Coupe

A superbly restored and exquisitely presented example of Jaguar's elegant XK140 Special Equipment.

Sold for: £51,750

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 22nd May, 2021 at 2.00pm BST at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG

BODY COLOUR
Maroon
DRIVE
LHD
REG NUMBER
248 UYM
ODOMETER READING
86811 Miles

SUMMARY

A superbly restored and exquisitely presented example of Jaguar's elegant XK140 Special Equipment.

DESCRIPTION

Matching numbers example originally supplied to ED Thompson of Hornburg, Los Angeles in April 1955
Comprehensive restoration recently completed to the very highest of standards
Fitted with the desirable overdrive gearbox for more relaxed touring
SE specification includes dual exhaust system and front spotlights
Viewing is highly recommended and encouraged to fully appreciate the level of finish achieved

Launched in 1954, the Jaguar XK140 was broadly similar to, though more refined than, its XK120 predecessor, major engineering changes being confined to the repositioning of the engine 3-inches further forward and the adoption of rack-and-pinion steering as used on the racing C-Type. The suspension and brakes remained much as before, though with stiffer torsion bars at the front and telescopic shock absorbers replacing the previous lever-type at the rear. Outwardly the newcomer was distinguishable by its revised radiator grille, rear lights incorporating flashing indicators, and larger bumpers - the latter adopted to withstand the cut and thrust of urban parking. The power unit remained Jaguar's well-tried, 3.4-litre, twin-cam six, which now produced 190bhp in standard trim thanks to higher-lift camshafts and revised porting.

This particular XK140 SE was dispatched on 21 April 1955 and being chassis No 814105 was the 105^th left-hand drive XK140 to roll off the production line, now beautifully presented in Jaguar Maroon with Tan interior it first saw the light of day in Hornburg, Los Angeles, USA becoming the property of Mr E D Thompson. We believe it remained in California before returning to the UK in 2015, sun-bleached as you would expect, but superbly solid and ripe for restoration, so solid, in fact, that the chassis has had no repairs whatsoever. A comprehensive rebuild followed including a full body refurbishment, engine/gearbox/overdrive stripped, checked and refurbished as required, a Kenlowe fan fitted, replacement wiring loom, complete interior retrim including all woodwork, chrome work refinished where necessary, suspension stripped, checked and refitted with uprated rear springs and new shock absorbers.

Recently finished and now ready to be enjoyed once again, so fresh is it that a period of running in should be observed to achieve the best from this beautiful and instantly recognisable Jaguar Coupe. Viewing is highly recommended and encouraged to fully appreciate the level of finish achieved.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 720
Make: JAGUAR
Model: XK140 SE COUPE
Registration Number: 248 UYM
MOT Expiry: Exempt
Chassis Number: A814105 DN
Engine Number: G3022-8
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Maroon

CONSIGNOR

Charles Smalley
Car Specialist
07421 007866
charles@iconicauctioneers.com

For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.

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