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S672943

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 S672943 11 October 1952
 W 6124-8S 
 F4976 
 JL13016 
 September 1952 United States
 
 1952 Silver
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Record Creation: Entered on 8 October 2022.

Originality: Noted for being in "original condition"

 

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2011-04-04 12:45:45 | XK Data writes:

The record was updated:

  • Top Color was deleted, old value was: white
  • Factory Build Year was added: 1952
  • Factory Build Month was added: 09
  • 2011-04-20 02:39:04 | XK Data writes:

    The record was updated:

  • Current State was changed from Californa to California
  • 2011-11-22 19:50:35 | XK Data writes:

    The record was updated:

  • Current Interior was changed from silver-black to red
  • 2014-06-28 14:53:20 | XK Data writes:

    The record was updated:

  • Engine Number was changed from W 6124-8 S to W 6124-8S
  • Factory Paint Color was added: black
  • Factory Interior Color was added: red
  • Factory Top Color was added: black
  • Top Color was added: black
  • Original Distributor was added: Charles Hornburg, Los Angeles
  • Original Owner Country was added: United States
  • Title Year was changed from 1953 to 1952
  • Car Condition was changed from Awaiting rest. to Work in progress
  • Current City was changed from Bakersfield to La Habra
  • Last Seen was changed from 2011 to 2014
  • Factory Dispatch Year was added: 1952
  • Factory Dispatch Month was added: 10
  • Factory Dispatch Day was added: 11
  • Photos of S672943

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    Exterior Photos (7)

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    Interior Photos (1)

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    Details Photos: Exterior (7)

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    Detail Photos: Interior (7)

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    Detail Photos: Engine (3)

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    Detail Photos: Other (2)

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    2011-04-02 23:49:28 | Terry writes:

    The car is a very solid original car in original condition. This car I have owned for 40 years

    2014-06-26 07:14:02 | pauls writes:

    Ebay item 6/26/14
    www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-roadster-1952-XK120SE-Roadster-/251570665909
    Current bid US $43,000 reserve not met 1 bid 6 days left in auction. Car now said to be in La Habra, California.

    Sellers description:
    1952 Xk120 SE, Owned by the last owner for 50 years, Full Heritage Certificate comes with it. Original black paint, completely restored chassis as new ( underside is like new!!) brand new chrome wire wheels, brakes, and front suspension. Comes with side windows, seats, soft top frame, perfect battery boxes, perfect door and trunk fit, brand new wood floors, perfect gauges. Will need upholstery work. Complete matching numbers car.
    Absolutely rust free! In summary this car is an absolute barn find, it has been sitting in an airplane hanger for the last 50 years and was slowly being gone through cosmetically. Car has never seen the rain. (UNDERSIDE IS LIKE NEW!!! ). Engine is installed but Currently not running ( It is missing 1 piston, otherwise block is PERFECT!!) The most original XK120SE out there, wont find another one like it!

    XK120 also comes with.....

    1 xk140 MC motor complete
    1 Xk motor complete
    1 xk motor block and head
    1 xk motor late e type
    2 xk gear boxes
    2 boxes (very large) parts

    2022-07-28 02:06:43 | Daniel writes:

    Now for sale in France :

    www.carjager.com/acheter/voiture-collection/jaguar-xk120-CJVCUN2207221449DNP.htm ...

    Seller's description :

    1952 Jaguar Xk120

    122 379 km

    129 000 €

    Jaguar XK120 OTS SE - Matching Numbers - Fully restored - Excellent condition

    6-cylinder 3.4 engine - 183 hp - 20 hp

    4-speed manual gearbox

    Metal gray exterior (Silver) - Fawn leather interior (Tan)

    Mileage: 76,487 miles (122,379 km)

    First MEC: 02/01/1952

    Serial number: S 672943

    History: The car was delivered new in America, in California. It was imported to France by a specialist and restored in 2015/2016. Since then, it has belonged to a collector in the Avignon region.

    General: Completely restored between 2015 and 2016, this XK 120 is in superb condition.

    Exterior: The body has been fully restored to high quality. Some elements have been rebuilt, straightened, adjusted, a work of great finesse.

    Interior: The same care has been taken in the passenger compartment. All of the upholstery has been restored, the result is exceptional. The original seats have been rebuilt, the carpets are new.

    Mechanics: The engine was completely disassembled and rebuilt. It starts and runs very well. His break-in is over. The braking system and the wiring harness have also been restored. The MOSS box has been redone with great care, the gear changes are surprisingly fluid.

    Underbody: The structure of this XK120 is perfectly sound.

    Options and equipment:

    Mohair hood

    Tonneau cover

    side-screens

    Spare wheel

    Electric cooling fan

    Docs:

    Expertise (2019)

    Restoration folder

    Collection gray card

    Technical control Certificate of Administrative Situation

    Heritage Certificate

    Auto visible near Aix en Provence.

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