2018-02-14 20:49:40 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 3/18
www.goodingco.com/vehicle/1953-jaguar-xk120-se-roadster-3/

Auction descirption:
Lot 085
Amelia Island 2018
1953 Jaguar XK120 SE Roadster
Estimate: $120,000 - $140,000 | Without Reserve
Chassis: S673968
Engine: W8486-8S

The SE offered here received a nut-and-bolt restoration completed in July 2015 with an emphasis toward spirited driving. The engine was rebuilt by noted XK race-engine builder Antech in Monterey, Massachusetts. Rare, optional SU H8 sand-cast carburetors and a C-Type specification cylinder head were substituted to provide peak horsepower while maintaining a relatively stock, if uprated, specification. Other improvements include a more modern five-speed gearbox, aluminum radiator, electric fan, oil cooler, and a discreetly hidden alternator with corresponding negative-ground conversion.

The paint and frame-off assembly work were completed by Jaguar specialist Tom Jaycox of Canaan, Connecticut, utilizing the original color scheme of Battleship Grey over Red leather. A new wiring harness was fitted during the chassis rebuild. A wood-rim steering wheel was also added, along with a hydraulic clutch conversion and modified pedal box, which increases comfort for taller drivers. New 60-spoke painted wire wheels and Blockley tires complete the aggressive, near-stock appearance. The finished car is an extremely handsome example of a fully restored SE Roadster, with tasteful performance and reliability upgrades to maximize its next owner's enjoyment.

2018-04-28 14:00:08 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 4/28/18
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-XK-120-Covertible/192524335145
Classified ad price $129,990, seller rosner_motorsports, car now in Vero Beach, Florida, 1 mile reported.
Sold for $110,000 at above Gooding auction.

Sellers description;
Matching-Numbers Engine Block per JDHT Certificate, Desirable High-Performance SE Model, Frame-Off Restoration in 2015 by Jaguar specialist Tom Jaycox, Handsome Original Color Scheme of Battleship Grey over Red Leather, Discreet Upgrades for Performance, 3,442 CC DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine, Twin SU H8 Sand-Cast Carburetors, 210 BHP at 5,750 RPM, 5-Speed Manual Gearbox, 4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes, Front Independent Suspension with Torsion Bars, Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elli.........Jaguar Heritage Certificate..........Mint Condition!!