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 |  |  | Drophead Coupe Chassis Num: 810376 Engine Num: G 1574-8 |
| Sold for $74,800 at 2007 Christies. | |||
The XK120 was produced for six years and followed by the XK140 which was introduced in October of 1954. It had the same XK shape but brought many new changes such as stronger bumpers and turn signal indicators set into the front fenders. The engine was moved three inches forward in the engine bay allowing more interior room for the driver and passenger. handling was also improved by this three-inch difference.
The engine was given steel, rather than cast-iron, main bearings which helped in coping with the increase in horsepower. The transmission was given closer gear ratios which made significant benefits for the driver. An eight blade fan and larger radiator were adapted to help keep the engine cool.
Exteriorly, a chrome strip could now be found on the vehicles hood and trunk. The vehicles were still available in coupe, roadster and drophead coupe configurations. Top speed was achieved at around 121 mph.
This example spent its early life in California and was originally painted in Pastel Green with a trim of tan piped in biscuit. Currently, the engine which is original to the car, has 'C'-Type cylinder head rocker covers and are believed to be additions made after the vehicle was purchased.
It has been displayed in a museum for a number of years and is also believed to have spent some of its life in Europe. At auction the car was estimated to sell for $60,000 - $120,000. As the gavel fell a buyer had been found, the car had been sold, and $74,800 had exchanged hands, including buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2007
 | Drophead Coupe |
While the XK-140 was still powered by the famous Jaguar twin overhead cam six-cylinder motor, it featured better brakes, rack-and-pinion steering and modern, tube-type shock absorbers. The 140 designation referred to the car's top speed of 140 miles per hour.
The XK-140 was available in three body styles: coupe, drop head coupe and roadsters (or open two-seater), as shown here. Wire wheels and dual exhausts were an option. Most cars shipped t the United States had wire wheels.
 |  |  | Drophead Coupe Chassis Num: S810337 Engine Num: G1408-8 |
| Sold for $126,500 at 2013 Gooding & Company. | |||
The car has the Special Equipment package, which includes fog lamps and dual exhaust pipes.
In 2013, the car was offered for sale at Gooding & Company's Scottsdale, Arizona sale. It was estimated to sell for $110,000 - $140,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $126,500 inclusive of buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2013
In 1954 Jaguar introduced the XK140 as a replacement for the highly successful Jaguar XK120 that had first appeared in 1948. The XK Series was conceived by William Lyons as a sleek automobile that sat atop a short wheelbase in two-seat roadster configuration powered by a twin-cam engine. The XK120, named because of its 120 mph top speed, was powered by an engine that produced 160 horsepower. The 'X' represented the 'experimental' engine type while the letter 'K' was the sequence. The XK140 received a larger 190 horsepower engine, rack-and-pinion steering, and more interior space. Interior space was gained by the repositioning of the engine and firewall, thus keeping the dimensions of the chassis identical to the XK120. Minor improvements were done to the aesthetics of the vehicle. A Special Equipment package was available that included Dayton wire wheels and a 210 horsepower engine, the result of C-Type heads and dual exhaust.
The XK legacy continued with outright victories at LeMans in 1953, 1955, 1956 and 1957. This 24 hour grueling marathon is a true test of speed and endurance. The XK-Series proved to be the best.
Production continued through 1957 when it was replaced by the XK150. The XK140 carried on the success started by the XK120. The OTS version proved again to be the most popular with sales for the DHC and Fixed versions still respectable. In Jaguar lingo, 'OTS' refers to 'open two-seater' or 'roadster' while 'DHC' represents 'drophead coupe'. The roadster versions often featured removable side curtains instead of windows. The top could be folded behind the seats and conveniently hidden by the rear shroud. The DHC body has roll-up windows, wood interior, and an attached top that, when folded, would stick-up above the body.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2006
For more information and related vehicles, click hereThe XK legacy continued with outright victories at LeMans in 1953, 1955, 1956 and 1957. This 24 hour grueling marathon is a true test of speed and endurance. The XK-Series proved to be the best.
Production continued through 1957 when it was replaced by the XK150. The XK140 carried on the success started by the XK120. The OTS version proved again to be the most popular with sales for the DHC and Fixed versions still respectable. In Jaguar lingo, 'OTS' refers to 'open two-seater' or 'roadster' while 'DHC' represents 'drophead coupe'. The roadster versions often featured removable side curtains instead of windows. The top could be folded behind the seats and conveniently hidden by the rear shroud. The DHC body has roll-up windows, wood interior, and an attached top that, when folded, would stick-up above the body.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2006
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