2023-07-01 21:04:00 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:

collectingcars.com/for-sale/1954-jaguar-xk120-roadster-1

Seller's description:

5,134 Miles (indicated)

RHD

Birch Grey

Red Leather

3.4L Straight-Six

VIN 661 160

private Sale

Battle, East Sussex, United Kingdom

Seller 120forever

A professionally restored example of Jaguar’s coveted 1950s open-top sports car in its purest form, benefiting from a body-off-chassis refurbishment. 

It is powered by its original 3.4-litre inline-six ‘XK’ engine, in high-compression (9:1) SE specification with the C-Type cylinder head, delivering 180hp to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. 

This XK120 Roadster is finished in its original colour of Birch Grey. 

It was originally delivered to Zurich, Switzerland, in June 1954. It now bears a French registration but was imported into the UK prior to Brexit, where it remains, under the Notice of Vehicle Arrival (NOVA), so there are no import taxes for UK buyers. 

If remaining in the UK, the next owner will need to apply to register the car with the DVLA. 

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES 

This XK120 Roadster is finished in the elegant combination of Birch Grey over a red leather-trimmed cabin (with upholstery sourced from leading Jaguar specialist BAS Ltd) and matching red Wilton carpets.  

It rides on a set of 16-inch wheels with full-face colour-coded covers, Avon Turbosteel tyres, and removable rear spats.   

The specification includes a black mohair hood, which folds down into a compartment behind the seats.  

Accompanying the sale are a spare wheel, the French registration document, many SNG Barratt invoices, a grease pump, and full weather equipment including new canvas side curtains. 

CONDITION 

The seller reports that the car displayed small imperfections before its body-off restoration.  

Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. 

The seller is not aware of any mechanical or electrical faults.  

The most recent roadworthiness inspection was reportedly conducted in December 2020, resulting in a pass with an advisory for the emissions.  

SERVICE HISTORY 

An engine tune-up and pedal assembly adjustment were carried out in May 2022.  

Prior to this, Heritage Classiques Automobiles Paris performed a service, which included replacing the various fluids. 

The seller states that as part of its restoration, every part is new or reconditioned, all mechanicals rebuilt, the engine dyno-tested, and it benefits from an alternator conversion plus additional cooling fan. All of the work was performance by a prestigious restoration workshop in Paris.