Lot details Registration No: TWP 919 Chassis No: S824103DN Mot Expiry: May 2009
The final iteration of the XK sportscar line and the last Jaguar to carry a separate chassis, the XK150 was introduced in May 1957. While its use of independent torsion bar front suspension, a 'live' leaf sprung rear axle and rack and pinion steering mirrored the practice of its XK140 predecessor the new model benefited from all round Dunlop disc brakes. Stylistically, it was brought up to date with less ostentatious curves and a larger, wrap-around single piece windscreen. The dashboard too was altered eschewing wood trim for padded leather. With the E-type still very much under development, Jaguar was keen to sustain the sporting reputation that five remarkable Le Mans victories had earned it (1951, 1953, 1955, 1956 and 1957). To this end, the XK150 could be had in both 3442cc and 3781cc guises and to normal, 'SE' or ultimate 'S' specification. Credited with 210bhp, 'SE' (Special Equipment) 3.4 litre models boasted a B-type cylinder head, wire wheels, front foglights and a twin exhaust system as standard. Only in production for four years, the total number of 'home market' fixed-head coupes has been estimated at just 1,205.
Finished in Carmen Red with maroon leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "good" condition with regard to its engine, four-speed manual plus overdrive gearbox, electrical equipment, chassis, bodywork and paintwork (while, he rates the interior trim and wheels / tyres as "excellent"). Reportedly "an original right-hand drive car", 'TWP 919' is further understood to benefit from power steering and uprated Coopercraft brakes. Riding on new chrome wire wheels shod with fresh Vredstein tyres, the Jaguar is said to be "a superb driver". A tempting proposition, this well presented XK150 is offered for sale with "original logbook" and valid MOT certificate.
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