2022-06-02 13:13:59 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 6/22

www.bonhams.com/auction/27656/lot/104/1953-jaguar-xk120-fixed-head-coupechassis- ...

Auction description:

Lot 104

1953 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe

The Greenwich Auction

5 June 2022, 10:00 EDT

Greenwich, W. R. Berkley Corporate Headquarters

Lot to be sold without reserve

US$120,000 - US$150,000

Chassis no. 680906

Engine no. W7758-8

Body no. J2915

3,442cc DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine

2 SU Carburetors

160bhp at 5,000rpm

4-Speed Manual Transmission

Front Independent Suspension – Live Rear Axle

4-Wheel Drum Brakes

*Award winning restoration by marque specialists

*Beautifully presented in its original color combination, Pastel Blue over Red interior

*Fewer than 2,800 XK120 Fixed Head Coupes built over three years

*Retains original numbers matching engine and body

*Delivered new to Southern California where it has resided ever since

This elegant and classic Jaguar XK120 was completed at the legendary Coventry-based Browns Lane Jaguar factory on March 6th, 1953. Equipped for the booming US sportscar market, the new Jaguar was dispatched several weeks later to the west coast Jaguar distributor, Charles Hornburg, Jr. in Los Angeles as a left-hand drive example. This Fixed-Head Coupe left the factory finished in Pastel Blue over Red leather interior, the same color combination it still retains today. There was no available information as to who took first delivery of the Jaguar, although in June of 1963, the car was purchased by a Mr. Courtney Manker of Santa Barbara, California.

Manker would be the long-term caretaker of this vehicle and kept the car for next 54 years until his passing in 2017. The following Southern Californian owner of this XK120 took custody of the car in 2017, to which he immediately began the task of having the vehicle restored. The restoration was completed in 2018 and was achieved in high degree. The original body was stripped down to bare metal, showing there were no signs of previous damage to the metal, making this a wonderful candidate for refurbishment. Once the body was ready, a generous coat of its original hue of Pastel Blue was applied. The drivetrain was overhauled, with anything deemed needing repair or replacement rectified with correct components. The interior was redone in its factory original red shade, completing the matching look this car had when it left the Coventry factory.

Today, this coupe still presents incredibly well. With its striking color combination and beautiful presence from its rear wheel covers, this Jaguar would complement any car collection. As a testament to the wonderful restoration and superb appearance of the car, this Jaguar took the 3rd in class award at the wonderful San Marino Concours in 2018. The car received extensive mechanical servicing in 2019, with receipts totaling over $17,000. Additionally, the car received its most recent service in the beginning of 2022. This example, documented by its Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate also comes with documents and receipts from previous ownership. Showing what is believed to be true mileage of 61,370 on the odometer, this beautiful XK120 Fixed Head Coupe would be a great entry to any number of historic rallies, a showing at a local concours or JCNA event, or even the neighborhood cars and coffee get together.

2022-06-09 19:23:10 | Captain RD writes:

THE GREENWICH AUCTION

5 June 2022, 10:00 EDT

Sold for US $85,120 inc. premium

2022-06-17 13:29:13 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.schmitt.com/inventory/1953-jaguar-xk120-fixed-head-coupe/_source=Daniel+Schmitt+%26+Co.+Newsletter&utm_campaign=7b9250b027-August ...

Seller's description:

AWARD-WINNING RESTORATION BY MARQUE SPECIALISTS IN 2018

ORIGINAL CALIFORNIA CAR SINCE NEW

JUST RELEASED FROM A PROMINENT PRIVATE COLLECTION

JUST THREE METICULOUS OWNERS FROM NEW!

RETAINS ORIGINAL NUMBERS MATCHING ENGINE BLOCK AND BODY

STUNNING FACTORY ORIGINAL COLOR COMBINATION!

1 OF ONLY 2,484 BUILT

ONE OF THE MOST STRIKING DESIGNS OF THE 1950S

COMPLETE SERVICE PERFORMED IN 2022

DRIVES AND PERFORMS AS NEW!

ACCOMPANIED WITH ITS OWNER'S MANUAL, WORKSHOP MANUAL, SERVICE RECEIPTS, AND JAGUAR HERITAGE CERTIFICATE

TREMENDOUS INVESTMENT POTENTIAL

ONE OF THE BEST EXAMPLES ON THE MARKET TODAY

A DREAM FOR THE JAGUAR COLLECTOR!!

Options Include:OPTIONS INCLUDE

LEATHER INTERIOR

DRIVING LIGHTS

DUAL EXHAUST

WHEEL SPATS

4-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION

The magnificent 1953 Jaguar XK120 fixed head coupe featured here is finished in its stunning original factory color combination of Pastel Blue over a red leather interior. This exquisite example was completed at the factory on March 6, 1953, and delivered new in Los Angeles, California to its first owner. 10 years later it would be sold to its second owner in Santa Barbara, California where it remained for the next 54 years; its third California owner in 2017 commissioned a no expense spared, show-quality restoration which was completed in 2018. Upon completion, it was shown at numerous JCNA events and won multiple awards. In January 2022, a complete extensive service was performed by Marque specialists making this spectacular example ready for its next caretaker. We are proud to offer this gorgeous investment-grade Jaguar XK120 fixed head coupe to the most demanding collector, investor, or enthusiast who desires to own one of the very best.

1953 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head

Color: Pastel Blue

VIN: 680906

BUY IT NOW PRICE $119,900

2022-08-05 06:13:39 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 8/5/22

www.ebay.com/itm/394189923611

Opening bid $110,670 reserve not met 0 bids buy it now price $119,900, 6 days left in auction, same seller carsschmitt. com

2022-09-07 06:28:47 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 9/7/22

www.ebay.com/itm/394231297310

Opening bid $110,670 reserve not met 0 bids buy it now price $119,900, 6 days left in auction, same seller.

Previous auction received no bids.

2022-11-19 06:04:36 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 11/19/22

www.ebay.com/itm/394340497807

Opening bid $110,250, no bids, reserve not met buy it now price $119,900 6 days left in auction, seller carsschmitt. com, 61k miles.

Previous auction received no bids.