2016-07-24 03:35:59 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 7/16
www.rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/SJ16/Motor%20City/lots/r162-1955-jaguar-xk-140-mc ...

Auction description:
Lot Number 142
1955 Jaguar XK 140 MC Drophead Coupe
$100,000 - $140,000
Motor City - Offered on: Saturday, July 30, 2016
Chassis No. S 817884 DN
Engine No. G 5267-8S

One of just 1,455 drophead coupes built for the 1955 model year
Highly coveted MC specification model
Well-sorted example with extensive touring history
Matching-numbers example; includes JDHT Certificate

This particular car carries the highly desirable MC designation (known as SE elsewhere) used only in North America; "M" denotes modified and "C" refers to the C-type cylinder head as used on the racing XKC. Horsepower is further increased to 210 in the MC version thanks to the C-type head option with its bigger valves and improved porting. Only the twin exhaust gives it away from the exterior.

This is one of just 1,455 drophead coupes built for 1955, and its JDHT Certificate confirms that it retains its original matching-numbers engine. Currently painted in classic British Racing Green with a black canvas top over sage green hides, it is equipped with blackwall tires on chrome wheels. It was purchased by JK Restorations, Oswego, Illinois, in 1997 from an owner who parked the Jaguar in his garage in the 1970s, where it sat unused for 25 years. A frame-off restoration to original commenced in 1998, during which time the consigner purchased the vehicle. It was completed in 2000.

Beginning in 2002, the Jaguar was enlisted in JCNA competition numerous times, with consistent scores of 99 points and higher. Since then, the car has been meticulously maintained and toured extensively all over the United States, Canada, and Europe, including Goodwood, during his ownership. The Jaguar's most recent tour was the 1,500-mile Sun Rally in 2013. It is currently fitted with a Borg-Warner T-5 five-speed manual transmission, electric cooling fan, radial tires, and the bolt-on front disc brake conversion to add to its safety and reliability during touring, though the original four-speed overdrive transmission is included with the sale.

This is a wonderful automobile to drive and enjoy this summer in Michigan!

2022-07-14 12:32:29 | Felix writes:

Wonderful luggage. Who makes these?

2022-07-15 10:34:58 | pauls writes:

Felix, try this:

classictravellingluggage.com/shop/jaguar/xk150/