2012-08-11 20:50:40 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 8/12
www.russoandsteele.com/collector-car/1955/27191


Auction description:
1955 Jaguar XK140 Roadster

Monterey 2012
Consignment # 2186
VIN: S812558
Run # S663
Approx. Run Time
Saturday 9:18 PM - 9:38 PM
Vehicle to be offered for Auction sale August 16th- 18th, 2012 at Russo and Steele's 12th Annual Monterey California Auction.

This 1955 Jaguar MC Roadster with Chassis #812558 recently completed a 3+ years restoration that included complete disassembly and body off. All numbers are matching and genuine, certified by Jaguar Daimler Trust. All major body panels/sections are original and un-adulterated, but with new sills and cockpit floor and mud shields. All chrome pieces are original and recently triple plated. Mirrors and bezels are new. Complete new interior, boot, side curtains and top done by craftsmen to specs and concours quality. Powder coated seat and top frames.

The frame and suspension are powder coated gloss black and with all new suspension components. Engine and transmission completely rebuilt by a west coast Jaguar Specialist to specs and Concours condition. New stainless steel dual exhaust system. The was radiator rebuilt with high capacity core and high flow flex fan. All gauges rebuilt along with new correct wiring harness. Records available.

It has all new stainless steel brake lines, all hydraulic cylinders re-bored and sleeved. The wheels have been balanced, aligned with castor and camber dialed in. Five new Dunlop chrome wire wheels and hubs, plus new Vredestein wheels and tubes. Drums turned and powder coated.

RECENT WINNER HUNTINGTON BEACH CONCOURS, JUNE 2012

2012-11-13 06:20:42 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 11/13/12
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1956-Jaguar-XK-140-MC-ROADSTER-CONCOURS-/290811169075
Current bid $90,000 reserve not met, 1 bid 9 days left in auction. Car now said to be in Huntington Beach, California.

Sellers description:
1956 Jaguar XK-140 MC ROADSTER # 812558 (VIN #)
I purchased this car in 1990 and until 3 years ago, when the restoration was started, it has been in storage here in California. This is not a commercial venture or a "shop" car that "came" together. This is the third 50's era Jag OTS that I have done. The prior two are in private collections, one in Europe and one stateside. It has been a relaxing hobby away from the real estate world. There is one more in storage which will be my last project.

· All numbers are matching and genuine and certified by the Jaguar Daimler Trust.
· Compete disassembly; doors, bonnet, boot, fenders, and body off restoration. Three years in the process. No short cuts or cheap work/parts.
· All body panels are original and un-adulterated. Although sills, cockpit floor and mud guards where replace. No body fillers.
· All chrome pieces are original and recently triple plated. Fender mirrors and bezels are new replacements.
· Complete new interior, boot, side curtains and top done by K&H Upholstery to concours standards. Not a kit job. Seat frames and top frame powder coated.
· Both engine and transmission rebuilt by XK's Unlimited to specs and to concours quality.
· Frame and suspension members powder coated gloss black with the exception of the rear axle, torsion bars and leaf springs.
· All new suspension components and bearings.
· New complete stainless steel exhausts system.
· Radiator rebuilt with high capacity core and high flow flex fan.
· All gauges were rebuilt along with new correct fabric wiring harness throughout.
· All new stainless steel brake lines. All hydraulic cylinders were re-bored and sleeved.
· Five new Dunlop chrome wire wheels and knock-offs with five new Vredestein tires and tubes.
· Wheels balanced, aligned with castor and camber dialed in. Drums turned and powder coated.
· Paint is BASF Glasurit single state urethane. Color is 2010 Jaguar Salsa Red.
· WINNER OF THE 27TH ANNUAL HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA CONCOURS IN JUNE 2012.
· The engine purrs with a strong throaty roar and the tranny is smooth.
· The car has a clear California title.
· Receipts are available to review and copies can be made.

2013-02-04 10:25:53 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 2/4/13
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1956-Jaguar-XK-140-MC-ROADSTER-/290857337372
Current bid $85,000 reserve not met, 1 bid 9 days left in auction.

Previous auction ended at $92,300 reserve not met after 6 bids.

2013-03-23 09:32:48 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 3/23/13
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1956-Jaguar-XK-140-MC-ROADSTER-/290884497221
Opening bid $85,000 reserve not met, no bids 9 days left in auction.

Previous auction ended at $88,100 reserve not met after 6 bids.