2008-11-21 11:08:19 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 12/08
www.coys.co.uk/auctions/lot.php

Auction description:
1953 Jaguar XK 120 Fixed Head Coupe – Fast Road Specification
Lot 416
Registration Number: 450 AML
Chassis Number: 669094

Originally sold by Henley‘s in London, it was registered to Mr Reuben Lamont of Norwich in 1955. Mann Egerton then owned the car before it went to Jack Hobson in London later that year. It was the right choice for him as he then went on to own it for 10 years until Dr Gardner acquired it. Time had taken its toll however and in 1986, it was put away by the then owner, Paul Dewhurst. It was bought by the current owner in 1996 who undertook an extremely comprehensive nut and bolt restoration.

It is presented in its original silver livery as well as a number of fast road upgrades. This example benefits from Jaguar Mk. IX disc brakes, front and rear. Twin Lockheed servos are mounted under the offside wing and behind a stainless steel heat shield. Power comes from a high performance Mk. X engine, 3500cc and fitted with an E-Type sump, 9-1 pistons, high capacity oil and water pumps and an XJ6, series III cylinder head. The inlet manifold is from a Jaguar 420 saloon fitted with a pair of SU, 2 inch carburettors. A competition twin stainless steel exhaust system leads off a six branch stainless steel manifold. All this is fed through a Getrag 5 speed gearbox and suspension has been uprated to incorporate telescopic shock absorbers and an anti-roll bar. Hightone Restorations took care of the body with restoration and/or new panels supplied by them. South Cerney Engineering undertook the mechanical elements and Mike Thomas of Twyford Moors fitted the perfect contrasting blue leather trim. This is as good a car as you will find anywhere and provides a stylish alternative to track days and long distance touring. With little adjustment, FIA papers can be obtained and you would be able to attend rallies internationally as well as the odd Concours D‘Elegance. It is that good.

Estimate: £50000 - £60000

2010-09-11 10:58:34 | pauls writes:

Car now offered by:
jonathan.kaiser@hexagonclassics.com

Sellers description:
colour Silver Metallic
interior colour Black Hide
drive RHD
type Coupe
year 1953
Chassis No. 669094
price P.O.R.
VAT No
city London
country United Kingdom

Our unique and beautifully restored car incorporates the most desirable upgrades whilst keeping the character and integrity of the original car: The owners brief was to create a car which could be driven over long distances on all major European tours and road events etc.

The Modifications include:
Jaguar Engine uprated to 3.8 Litre
5-Speed gearbox.
Rack and Pinion Power steering.
Disc Brakes Bucket seats.
Pedal box modified for improved driving position
Uprated exhaust and larger carburettors etc

This is a wonderful early example with Spats and “Dinner Plate wheels.”

All in all it is hard to imagine a more attractive, beautifully prepared Jaguar XK120 Coupe for sale anywhere and it represents excellent value for money.

2010-12-21 09:00:24 | Bruce Cornwell writes:

I rescued this car from Wales and restored it prior to sale in 2008. The registration number is original and the body was the last completed by Classic Parts and Panels before they went bust. Since selling the car some verry sensible mods have been undertaken, namely, rack and pinion steering, alloy radiator and modified footwell and hydraulic clutch. There are a number of minor inaccuracies in the 1998 auction description above. I know this car was raced by the owner before Dewhurst but have no records to prove it.

2011-04-22 09:51:49 | pauls writes:

URL for Hexagonclassics:
www.hexagonclassics.com/

2011-09-08 11:32:36 | Michael Scott writes:

This car is listed in "Jaguar Driver" magazine Oct 1980 as being owned by T.BLADE of Glamorgan. Engine number given as D9813-8, registration number 450 AML, colour: Red

2011-11-13 21:08:20 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 10/2011
www.rmauctions.com/CarDetails.cfm

Auction description:
London
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
1953 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupé

LOT: 255
Estimate: £68,000-£80,000
Chassis No. 669094
AUCTION RESULTS: Lot was Not Sold at a high bid of £65,000
Five-speed Getrag gearbox, and four-wheel disc brakes. Wheelbase: 2,591 mm

• Desirable performance upgrades
• Stunning in silver with rich blue interior
• Perfect for long tours and rallies
• Known history; Heritage Certificate

This particular Jaguar XK120 was supplied new through Henley's of London in January 1954, to a Mr. R.G. Lamont of Norwich. With a known ownership chain from new, it passed through two owners before being acquired by a Mr. Rickmansworth of Cardiff. He was renowned for his motorsport activity, and it is thought that he competed in this particular car. The Jaguar subsequently passed to a Mr. Paul Dewhurst, where it was laid up and stored in a garage for 10 years.

In 2008 the owner bought the car in very good condition but had a unique vision for the car, wanting to drive it in comfort and at greater speed over long distances on European tours. Modifications included a high performance Jaguar 3.8-litre engine with an E- Type sump, new pistons, high capacity oil and water pumps, as well as an upgraded head with SU two-inch carburettors. The original gearbox was replaced with a five-speed Getrag unit, a prudent modification for high-speed touring. It also received rack-and-pinion graduated power steering, which is an immense improvement over the original worm-and-sector unit. To give greater braking power, the car has also been up-rated to disk brakes front and rear with twin servos. The interior now features bucket seats for greater support, and the pedal box was also modified for a more comfortable driving position.

Painted silver with a beautiful blue interior, it is hard to imagine a more attractive Jaguar. Expertly prepared, it is an automobile that is most suitable for any high-speed tour or rally and comes complete with its original registration documentation as well as Heritage Certificate.

2012-07-29 21:32:15 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
www.hexagonclassics.com/

Sellers description:
Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe : Concours / Upgrades
Hexagon Classics
colour Silver
interior colour Hide
drive RHD
type Coupe
year 1954
Chassis No. 669094
price 89.995 GBP
VAT No
city South Kensington, London SW7 3HF
country United Kingdom
1954 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe
Registration No. 450 AML (Original first registration number)
Chassis No. 669094

Our Jaguar was supplied new in January 1954 by Henley's of London to Mr RG Lamont of Norwich. We understand that the car has had only 5 previous owners in the last 54 years prior to our company acquiring the car in 2008. Original registration book dated 1st January 1954 supplied with the cars history file together with Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate.

This unique and beautifully restored car incorporates the most desirable upgrades whilst keeping the character and integrity of the original car: The owners brief was to create a car which could be driven over long distances on all major European tours and road events etc.

Modifications and upgrades include:

•High performance Jaguar 3.8 Litre engine with an E Type sump, 9-1 pistons, high capacity oil and water pumps, upgraded head and SU "2" carburettors.
•5-Speed Getrag Gearbox.
•Rack and Pinion with Electric Graduated Power Steering.
•Disc Brakes front and rear with Twin Servos.
•Adjustable Sport Bucket Seats.
•Pedal Box Modified for Comfort and Improved Driving Position.
•Uprated Exhaust System
•Front Anti Roll Bar with Rear Shock Absorbers Converted to Telescopic
•Upgraded Steering Wheel
•Electric Choke
•New " D Type" replica wheels with Spinners +$ new Michelin "H" rated Tyres.

The body restoration used a majority of new panels from Jaguar Classic Parts and it was painted by Highstone Restorations Ltd / Guy Broad (Jaguar) and final modifications by REALM Engineering three of the UK's leading restoration companies specializing in Jaguar's.

This is unique and wonderful example of the ultra-attractive 120 FHC with the finest restoration, attractive and usable upgrades so as to enjoy this car to the full. This car represents remarkable value for money for the time and effort taken in making this Jaguar a pleasure to drive. £89,995.00

2013-06-24 18:11:47 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 6/13
www.coys.co.uk/auction.php

Auction description:
Lot 147 - 1954 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe
Estimate: £65,000 - £75,000
Registration Number: 450 AML
Chassis Number: 669094

Supplied new in January 1954 by Henley's of London to Mr RG Lamont of Norwich, the Fixed Head Coupe (FHC) example on offer today is understand to have had only five previous owners in the last 54 years prior to the vendor acquiring the car in 2008.

The car has recently been restored and several desirable upgrades were completed, including a high performance Jaguar 3.8 Litre engine with 9-1 pistons, high capacity oil and water pumps, upgraded head and SU "2" carburettors. Further modifications include adjustable sport bucket seats, uprated exhaust system and 5-Speed Getrag Gearbox.

The body restoration used a majority of new panels from Jaguar Classic Parts and it was painted by Highstone Restorations Ltd / Guy Broad (Jaguar), with final modifications by Realm Engineering, three of the UK's leading restoration companies specializing in Jaguar's.

The desired result of the work carried out was to create a car that could be driven over long distances on all major European tours and road events, whilst making sure that the character and integrity of the original car was kept.

Complete with a history file containing the original registration book dated 1st January 1954, together with a Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate, this is a unique and wonderful example of the ultra-attractive XK120 FHC with the finest restoration, attractive and usable upgrades so as to enjoy the car to the full.

2014-04-13 12:15:39 | pauls writes:

Car apparently did not sell at auction, now back at
www.hexagonclassics.com/car_sales/Jaguar-XK-120-Fixed-Head-Coupe/9057.htm

2018-10-20 10:37:59 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.classic-trader.com/fr/voitures/annonce/jaguar/xk/xk-120-fhc/1954/146996

Cotswold Collectors Cars Ltd.

Seller's description:

XK 120 FHC Year of manufacture 1954 Chassis number n.a. Gearbox number n.a. Report n.a. Condition category Restored Mileage (read) 78,600 mls Previous owners n.a. First registration n.a. Engine number n.a. Body style Coupe Power (kw/hp) 120/162 Cubic capacity (ccm) 3,442 Cylinders 6 Doors n.a. Steering Right (RHD) Transmission Manual Gears n.a. Drive Rear Front Brake n.a. Rear Brake n.a. Fuel Petrol Exterior colour Silver Manufacturer colour name n.a. Sunroof No Folding roof No Interior colour Blue Interior material Leather

2018-12-14 09:04:00 | pauls writes:

Now offered at:

classicmotorhub.com/showroom/1954-jaguar-xk120-fhc/

Seller's description:

1954 Jaguar XK120 FHC in superb condition

Many modern upgrades including disc brakes, power steering, electric choke and more

Recent restoration with Jaguar Classic Body Panels

Painted by Hightone Restorations Ltd / Guy Broad (of Jaguar)

The example being offered for sale today was delivered new to it’s owner, a Mr R G Lamont, in January 1954 who was residing in Norwich from the dealer, Henley’s of London. This car has been restored beautifully throughout it’s life and has had desirable additions made to it that make the ride even more enjoyable whilst retaining the character of the original car.

From it’s first registration on 1st January 1954 this XK120 is believed to have had 4 previous owners, the current owner has had the since 2009. Within the sale of the car it will include a bountiful history file on the car including it’s original registration documents and Jaguar heritage certificate. This modifications made to this XK120 were made to fit with the owners brief that they wanted a car that could cover long distances and therefore be able to compete on all the major European tours and rallies.

These modifications include –

Rack and pinion with electric graduated power steering

5-speed Getrag gearbox

Disc brakes front and rear with twin servos

Front anti roll bar with rear shock absorbers converted to telescopic

Adjustable sports bucket seats

Upgraded steering wheel

Electric choke

Pedal box modified for comfort and improved driving position

Uprated exhaust system

A majority of new panels from Jaguar Classic Parts were used in the restoration of the body of the car. The XK was painted by Highstone Restorations Ltd / Guy Broad (of Jaguar) and the final modifications to the car were made by REALM engineering. These three companies represent the pinnacle of Jaguar restoration within the UK so to have all three being involved in the life of this car is represented in the quality of this car.

This is a unique and tasteful example of the record breaking XK120 FHC with a supreme restoration as well at usable, modern upgrades that do not in any way cause detriment to the original character of the car, allowing the next owner to enjoy this car to the highest degree.

With Jaguar having celebrations of the 70th anniversary of the creation of this model, now is the perfect time to own such a fantastic example of a historically significant car. The XK120 is now available for immediate inspection at The Classic Motor Hub.

2018-12-15 05:56:06 | Peter Ingram writes:

It seems the asking price is £130,000