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 |  |  | Convertible Chassis Num: 5811778 |
The dark black example shown with chassis number 5811778 was auctioned at the 2006 Worldwide Group Auction held on the Hilton Head Island. It was expected to fetch between $120,000-$130,000. At the conclusion of the auction, the vehicle had been left unsold.
By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2006
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The Jaguar XK140 was a sports car manufactured between 1954 and 1957. Upgrades over its predecessor, the XK120, included better brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, and modern tube type shock absorbers instead of the older lever arm design. The primary visual change of the XK140 over the previous XK120 was the more substantial front and rear bumpers and chrome accent trim on hood and trunk. The center of the trunk lid has a red shield celebrating 'Winner LeMans 1951-3' inscribed in gold. The XK140 features a 3.4-liter straight six, dual overhead cams, factory experimental heads and twin 2-inch SU carburetors, delivering 210 horsepower at 5750 rpm.
This Roadster has a canvas top that when lowered fits behind the seats and completely disappears inside the body. The interior was restored to original specifications. This XK140 Roadster has aluminum hood, trunk, and doors to save weight. The owner completed a 6-year restoration in 1996 and this sports cars is reported to provide fast and smooth driving. It has been driven in rallies and on vacations all over the USA and Canada.
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 | Roadster Chassis Num: S812197 Engine Num: G702085 | |
| Sold for $93,500 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.
The 'SE', the Special Equipment models, were given wire wheels an Lucas FT 576 fog lamps positioned above the front bumper. Numerous other small changes to the body and a different 1.75-inch SU carburetor added to the changes. In the European market, the SE cars included a C-Type head.
This example was first owned by an individual from East Overland, Ohio and was delivered in a black paint scheme with red interior and a sand top. The history of the vehicle is lost to time until 2003, when it came into the present ownership. At that time it was treated to a restoration and then shown with great success at various events and doing rather well in JCNA events. It has been awarded the 2003 JCNA Regional Concours Champion Class D-01 Driven Division, and 2004 and 2005 JCNA Overall North American Concours Champion Class D-10 Driven division.
At auction this car was estimated to sell for $80,000 - $100,000. It is complete with side curtains, color matching bag, and a replacement tool kit from Welsh Enterprises. The estimated value proved to be accurate, as a high bid of $93,500 was enough to secure this vehicle.
By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2007
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 |  |  | Convertible Chassis Num: 810504DN |
| Sold for $82,500 at 2009 RM Auctions. | |||
This 1956 Jaguar XK 140MC Roadster has been given a complete concours-level restoration that was completed in late 2003. It is painted in Indigo Blue with a red leather interior. It has been judged 99-plus points, winning no fewer than three awards under JCNA scrutiny. It was equipped from the factory with optional Laycock de Normanville overdrive and today it is equipped with the 'MC' Package that includes a C-Type cylinder head, dual exhaust, fog lamps and wire wheels, among other features.
This car was formerly owned by Hollywood star Michael Douglas. In 2009, it was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $150,000 - $200,000. The lot was sold for the sum of $187,000 including buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2009
 | Convertible Chassis Num: S812427DN Engine Num: G7576-8S | |
| Sold for $104,500 at 2010 Gooding & Company. | ||
This example has had only three owners since new. A full restoration was completed in early 2009 and since then, it has been successfully exhibited at two JCNA meets where it averaged a score of 99.8%, placing First in Class at the Dallas Jaguar Concours d'Elegance in September 2009 and winning Peoples' Choice at the San Antonio Jaguar Concours d'Elegance in October 2009. It won Best of Show at the Annual McPherson College car show held in McPherson, Kansas, in May 2009.
In 2010, this Jaguar Xk140 was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. The car was estimated to sell for $100,000 - $130,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the lot had been sold for the sum of $104,500, inclusive of buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2010
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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