3.4 XK140 | Carmen Red | ||||
Fixed Head Coupe | Black | ||||
Left Hand Drive | |||||
Charles Hornburg, Los Angeles | |||||
7 June 1956 | |||||
G8039-8S | 26 June 1956 | ||||
J6457 | |||||
9041 | |||||
June 1956 | United States | ||||
1957 | Red | ||||
2022 | Grey | ||||
Nice Driver | |||||
Other Jaguar | Phoenix | ||||
LA4731-9 |
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2005-10-30 12:44:56 | Steven D. writes:
Car was for sale at:
www.classicshowcase.com/CUVehicleZoom.asp
An elegant example of a very rare and a very collectable XK 140. This vehicle has great history, it has been very well cared for and is an award winner. This vehicle has been restored and upgraded to its original condition with a spectacular repaint, new interior and it has good fit along with lots of eye appeal.
This vehicle was originally purchased 27 years ago from Harrah’s Auto Collection in Reno, Nevada. Harrah’s documentation shows that this vehicle is only one of three that was manufactured with the left hand drive and automatic transmission in that year. The vehicle has been shown in numerous JCNA Driver class events and has won numerous first place trophies in addition to winning the Peoples Choice Award. The vehicle has been driven in many Jaguar events, has always been very well maintained and cared for as well it as been garage kept. In 2002, the vehicle was driven from Reno, Nevada to Albuquerque, New Mexico, approximately four thousand miles round trip on a Jaguar sanctioned tour. The vehicle performed perfectly without any incidents. This is a superb driver XK-140. Very rare and very collectable.
Transmission........automatic with intermediate lock
Wheels.................chrome wire wheels
Color............ ........Red with gray leather interior
Miles............... .....87,951
ID Number...........S815710BW
Work Completed
Mechanical: Engine, transmission, rear end, brakes, suspension, etc., all rebuilt 15 years ago. During the restoration process, the head was fitted with hardened valves and seats. It was upgraded to a 3.8 engine for better performance and handling.
Body and Interior: Stripped and repainted 15 years ago, in addition to a complete new interior and much more.
Price $ 47,500
2006-01-19 00:13:08 | pauls writes:
Car was at auction in '05
www.barrettjackson.com/auctionresults/common/cardetail.asp
Auction description:
1957 JAGUAR XK 140 FIXED HEAD COUPE
LOT #41 - NO RESERVE
2004 PBCCA CCA
SOLD FOR $32,500
OPTIONS
COLOR - MAROON
TRANS - AUTO
CYLINDERS - 6
VIN - S815710BW
AN ELEGANT EXAMPLE OF A RARE AND COLLECTABLE XK-140. THE VEHICLE HAS A GREAT HISTORY, IT HAS BEEN VERY WELL CARED FOR AND IS AN AWARD WINNER. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN RESTORED AND UPGRADED TO IT'S ORIGINAL CONDITION WITH LOTS OF EYE APPEAL.
2014-07-28 17:23:59 | pauls writes:
Car was at RM auction in '04
www.rmauctions.com/lots/lot.cfm
Auction description:
Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island
13 March 2004
Lot 180A
1957 Jaguar XK140 Fixed Head Coupe
High Bid of $36,000
Chassis no. S815710BW
This desirable example was originally purchased 27 years ago from Harrah's Auto Collection in Reno, Nevada. Harrah's documentation shows that this vehicle is only one of three that was manufactured with the left hand drive and automatic transmission in that year. The vehicle has been shown in numerous JCNA Driver class events and has won numerous first place trophies in addition to winning the Peoples Choice Award. The vehicle has been driven in many Jaguar events, has always been very well maintained and cared for as well it as been garage kept. In 2002, the vehicle was driven from Reno, Nevada to Albuquerque, New Mexico, approximately four thousand miles round trip on a Jaguar sanctioned tour. The vehicle performed perfectly without any incidents. The engine, transmission, rear end, brakes, suspension were all rebuilt about 15 years ago. During the restoration process, the head was fitted with hardened valves and seats. It was upgraded to a 3.8 engine for better performance and handling. The body and interior have been stripped and repainted approximately 15 years ago, in addition to a complete new interior and much more. As this is a late addition replacement lot RM Auctions close inspection by those interested parties and to contact a specialist for any additional information.
2022-02-28 13:59:47 | pauls writes:
Car to be at auction 3/22
www.bonhams.com/auction/27329/lot/215/1957-jaguar-xk140-se-fixed-head-coupechass ...
Auction description:
Lot 215
1957 Jaguar XK140 SE Fixed Head Coupe
The Amelia Island Auction
3 March 2022, 13:00 EST
Fernandina Beach Golf Club
Lot to be sold without reserve
US$40,000 - US$60,000
Chassis no. S815710BW
Engine no. LA4731-9 (see text)
*Reported to be one of only three left-drive, automatic XK140 FHCs built in 1957
*Upgraded to a torquier 3.8-liter engine
*Delivered new to Harrah's in Reno, Nevada
*A welcome entrant to numerous events and tours
According to the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certification, this swift coupe rolled off the factory line on June 7, 1956 and was dispatched through Hornburg of Los Angeles, reportedly for Harrah's Reno, Nevada dealership. Originally finished in Carmen Red over Black, it is understood to be one of only three XK140 Fixed Head Coupes that were ordered in both left-hand drive and with the BorgWarner automatic in 1957 making it a very rare car indeed!
The early history of this Coupe is not recorded, but it was clearly recognized as something special early on as it has been enthusiast owned for much of its modern history. A regular entrant at numerous shows throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, it is reported to have been shown at many Jaguar Club of North America Driver class events during that period. Understood to have been restored in 1989, it is said that the engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, and rear end were rebuilt. The Jag was repainted and the interior upholstered while the drivetrain was out. It was also during this time that the engine was upgraded to a 3.8-liter block from a MkII with a head fitted with hardened valves and seats. It should be noted that no records of the work completed accompany the car.
Actively driven and used by its prior enthusiast owners, in 2002 the then-owners drove the car from Reno, Nevada to Albuquerque, New Mexico on a Jaguar sanctioned tour that covered some 4,000 miles—all done without any reported incidents. The present owner acquired the car in August of 2007. In the current collection, far less use has been seen by the car with it remaining undriven on static display for most of the past 15 years. As such, mechanical recommissioning will be necessary prior to the next 4,000 miles tour.
2022-03-04 16:57:07 | Captain RD writes:
Sold for US$40,320 inc. premium
The Amelia Island Auction
3 March 2022
2022-06-11 10:37:21 | pauls writes:
Now offered at:
www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/jaguar/unspecified/2589470.html
Seller's description:
1957 Jaguar Fixed Head Coupe (fhc)
Phoenix, Arizona 85022
Seller: Classic Promenade
$89,800
VIN #: S815710BW
Mileage: 88,000
Exterior: Carmen Red
Interior: Gray Leather
This is a beautifully restored 1957 Jaguar XK140 SE Fixed Head Coupe that has accumulated 88,000 miles from new and is stunning in its Carmen Red livery. This Special Equipment (SE) Coupe is incredibly rare, reported to be one of only three built from new with left-hand drive and a 3-speed Borg Warner automatic transmission. Having lived much of its life in the dry climates of Western US and then benefitting from a complete restoration, this SE Coupe is ready for concours exhibition or touring alike. This XK140SE was completed at the factory on June 7, 1956 and was dispatched through Hornburg of Los Angeles to Harrahs in Reno, Nevada, as confirmed by the Jaguar Heritage Trust Certification. We could easily picture Bill Harrah driving this Jaguar as one of his new daily drivers. The SE or also know as the MC, is the top-of-the-line offering with wire wheels, dual exhaust, fog lamps and a higher performance head from the C-Type. Over the years, this SE Coupe has been a regular entrant at numerous shows throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, just after its restoration in 1989. This Jaguar was repainted and the interior upholstered while the drivetrain was out. It was also during this time that the engine was upgraded to a 3.8-liter block from a MkII with a head fitted with hardened valves and seats. In 2002, the previous enthusiastic owner participated in a Jaguar sanctioned tour covering over 4,000 miles from Reno, Nevada to Albuquerque, New Mexico, all done without any incidents. By 2007, this Jaguar was acquired and became part of a 3,500 car collection, one of the most valuable collections in the world. The livery is sexy and sporty in its rare original Carmen Red that is in overall very nice show quality condition. The paint has excellent shine and luster with only a few very small chips that have been touched up. The chrome overall is in very good to excellent condition. We love the chrome wire wheels offering a perfect contrast to the Carmen Red paint. The correct wide white wall tires are as specified on its build records. The interior is stunning in its gray leather which remains soft and supple today. The gray contrasts well and looks more contemporary today. The gray carpet looks nice but shows some wear and use due to its history of touring. The gorgeous burl walnut dash and trim are luxurious and elegant. The wood was beautifully restored and looks very nice today. This Jaguar has the extended legroom in the cockpit which makes its roomy and comfortable. The space behind the front seats allows for the storage of luggage during longer tours. This SE Coupe has a later model upgraded 3.8 liter DOHC engine with dual SU Carburetors delivering 220 bhp. The three-speed Borg Warner automatic transmission with its upgraded engine makes for ease of driving along with spirited performance. The entire drivetrain was restored and rebuilt, including the engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, and rear end. In our recommissioning of the SE Coupe, we went through the brakes, tuned and serviced it, as needed. All of the instruments function well with only a wobble in the speedometer reading. Overall, this Jaguar performs beautifully and is without issues. The Jaguar comes with a file history, Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate and includes a full spare, tools, and jack. We love the stunning color combination and reliable drivetrain. This Coupe would make a terrific classic daily driver or weekend fun car. We have this competitively priced. The Hagerty No. 2 Value is $102,000 and the NADA Retail Value is $106,495.
2022-07-10 06:37:09 | pauls writes:
Car now on ebay 7/10/22
Car has a buy it now price of $89,800 for 6 days, seller classicpromenade, 88k miles.
Seller's description, same as above.
2022-07-19 06:43:39 | pauls writes:
Car returns to ebay 7/19/22
Car has a buy it now price of $79,800 for 6 days, same seller.
2022-08-03 07:17:40 | pauls writes:
Car returns to ebay 8/3/22
Car has a buy it now price of $69,800 for 6 days, same seller.
2022-08-15 12:19:03 | Felix writes:
Price reduced to $59,800
classiccars.com/listings/view/1616363/1957-jaguar-xk140-for-sale-in-phoenix-ariz ...
2022-09-23 05:49:25 | pauls writes:
Car returns to ebay 9/23/22
Car has a buy it now price of $59,800 for 6 days, same seller.