2005-12-21 23:28:44 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '05
www.practicalclassics.co.uk/auctionlot/by-id/1993232879/

Auction description:
Auction True Greats
Coys, Westminster, London SW1
Lot 448: 1953 Jaguar XK120 Fixedhead Coupe
True Greats, Coys (1st December 2005)
This stunning fixed head coupe, originally delivered in 1953 has been subject to a most meticulous and comprehensive restoration carried out over a three year period. Documentation and invoices for the car span over some two folders and total in excess of 75,000 of work, and as well as a step by step photographic record of the restoration. Finished in Opalescent Jaguar Silver with Grey leather this unique vehicle in near concours condition . This must be one the finest XK120's currently on the market.

Lot Details
Auction True Greats
Coys, Westminster, London SW1
Type Car
Lot Number 448
Estimate £30000-£34000
Hammer Price -
Hammer Price (inc premium) -
Year 1953
Condition rating
Registration number FSL 827
Mileage -
Chassis number 680827

2005-12-21 23:38:29 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '05
www.practicalclassics.co.uk/auctionlot/by-id/2129043643/

Auction description:
Lot 083: 1953 JAGUAR XK120 FIXED HEAD COUPE
Van Dijk Collection, H&H Classic Auctions Ltd (3rd October 2005)
Overview
Finished in silver with grey leather upholstery, this particular example began life overseas. Subsequently re-imported and re-registered, it is said to have undergone a "full ground up photographic restoration". Described by the vendor as having "no major faults", it is to right-hand drive, four-speed manual specification. Believed but not warranted to have covered 76,496 miles from new, its W- engine prefix indicates that it was manufactured prior to November 1953. Riding on correct-type steel wheels, it is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until 20th March 2006 and history file documenting the rebuild.

Lot Details
Auction Van Dijk Collection
H&H Classic Auctions Ltd, Syon Park, Brentford
Type Car
Lot Number 083
Estimate £23000-£25000
Hammer Price -
Hammer Price (inc premium) -
Year 1953
Condition rating
Registration number FSL 827
Mileage -
Chassis number 680827
Engine number W7534-8