Lot details Registration No: 797 JGY Chassis No: 660557 Mot Expiry: May 2007
Famously built as a mere showcase for Jaguar's new 3,442cc XK twin-cam straight-six engine, the XK120 Roadster caused a sensation when it was unveiled at the 1948 London Motor Show. Literally flooded with orders, Jaguar began limited hand-built production soon thereafter (although, it was not until 1950 that the factory was sufficiently 'tooled-up' to discard aluminium in favour of steel for the curvaceous bodywork). Utilising a shortened MKVII chassis, the lithe XK120 possessed exceptional performance and road holding compared to its peers. Such dynamic excellence was rewarded with victory in the 1950 RAC TT at the hands of Sir Stirling Moss and first place in the 1950 Alpine Trial. The following year brought two Alpine Cups and wins in the RAC, Tulip and Liege-Rome-Liege Rallies.
Finished in metallic silver with red leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "exceptional" condition with regard to its engine, four-speed manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres. Reportedly factory built as a right-hand drive roadster in December 1950, we understand that '797 JGY' was supplied new to Jersey the following month. Said to have been a "lovely original car" prior to its extensive refurbishment at the hands of renowned specialist Fullbridge Restorations, the Jaguar was apparently with its previous keeper for some twenty years. A beautifully presented XK120, it is offered for sale with history file (including details of the rebuild), full weather equipment and MOT certificate valid until May 9th 2007.
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