2009-04-02 10:21:28 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 4/2/09
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-1955-XK140-MC-OTS-100-Point-Show-Car_W0QQitemZ400 ...
Car has a buy it now price of $145,000 for 20 days.

Sellers description:
This is a truly amazing XK140 that has been restored to absolute perfection. This is a true 100 point JCNA Concours car with eight consecutive 100 point scores, and the only car in JCNA Concours competition history to ever accomplish this. These results are recorded in the JCNA standings archive. Having this kind of show record with JCNA requires a truly perfect car. This XK140 was originally sold by a Los Angeles dealership in 1955. The original buyer passed away shortly thereafter, and the car was put on blocks until 1973 when it was sold and transported to the east coast. The current owner then bought the car in 1976 and it’s been in his possession ever since. The extensive restoration took place from 1996 to 1998. Since the car was restored is has only been driven about 2 miles, which consisted of driving into the trailer, and onto the show field. This car is ready to roll out of a trailer and win concours shows. We wouldn’t dream of driving it, but the car is in excellent mechanical condition, and is completely drivable. Compression and leak down tests were done in March of this year to verify the engine condition. The show record and pictures speak for themselves on this one, this car is incredible!

2009-05-04 07:06:45 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 5/4/09
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-1955-XK140-MC-OTS-100-Point-Show-Car_W0QQitemZ400 ...
Car has a buy it now price of $145,000 for 6 days.

Previous auction received 2 offers.

2009-05-08 05:45:36 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 5/8/09
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-1955-XK140-MC-OTS-100-Point-Show-Car_W0QQitemZ400 ...
Car has a buy it now price of $145,000 for 29 days.

Previous listing (still active) has one offer.

2023-09-21 13:06:21 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 9/23

cars.bonhams.com/auction/28012/lot/45/1955-jaguar-xk140-se-roadster-chassis-no-s ...

Auction description:

Lot 45

From the Estate of James Messenger

1955 Jaguar XK140 SE Roadster

Audrain Concours Auction|29 September 2023, 16:00 EDT|Newport, Rhode Island, International Tennis Hall of Fame

1955 Jaguar XK140 SE Roadster

Chassis no. S810691

Engine no. G2044-8S

3,442cc DOHC Inline 6 Cylinder Engine

Twin SU Carburetors

210bhp at 5,750rpm

4-Speed Manual Transmission

Independent Front Suspension

4-Wheel Lockheed Drum Brakes

*Restored to Concours Condition

*Desirable Special Equipment Options

*Numbers-Matching Engine

*Reported 8-Time Jaguar Club of North America 100-Point Winner

This stunning XK140 "MC" Open Two Seat roadster is an outstanding example of arguably the most desirable 140 body style. According to the JDHT Certificate, this car was produced on January 10, 1955, and left the Browns Lane works finished in red over a black interior. Destined for the USA, it was delivered to its first owner through Los Angeles Jaguar distributor Charles Hornburg. According to previous owner's accounts, the first owner passed away not long after taking delivery, and the car was simply put into storage where it remained until the early 1970s. By 1976 it was on the East Coast and in the care of an enthusiastic owner who kept it in their care until 2009. During that time, it was treated to a nut-and-bolt concours restoration, refinished in an attractive livery of cream over a black interior and detailed to Jaguar Club of North America concours standards, completed in the late 1990s.

From the time of restoration until its sale in 2009, the car was rarely driven, being used solely for JCNA Concours events and accruing single-digit mileage. In three seasons of competition, it achieved eight consecutive 100-point scores. Since coming into current ownership, it benefits from meticulous care and maintenance, and barely shows signs of mellowing. The cream paintwork flatters the XK140's lines, with restored bumpers, trim, and chrome wire wheels adding sparkle.

This XK140 retains its original, numbers-matching engine and C-Type head as verified by the Heritage Certificate. It is fastidiously detailed with proper fittings and hardware, topped with brilliantly polished alloy cam covers, intake manifold, and carburetor dashpots. Accompanying extras include matching side curtains, tool roll, jack, grease gun, reproduction owner's manual and service chart.

Beautifully finished and detailed, this XK140 has been used sparingly since its restoration and benefits from meticulous care. Equally suitable for concours display or on-road enjoyment, it is an outstanding all-rounder that will undoubtedly please the most discerning collector.