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1952 Jaguar XK120 FHC
Chassis No. 679632
Engine No. W4759-8
Body No. J1636
Specifications: Dual overhead-cam 3.4 L straight 6-cylinder engine, with standard 8:1 compression ratio it producing 160 bhp. Alloy cylinder head and twin side draft SU carburetors. Independent torsion bar front suspension, semi-elliptic leaf springs at the rear, re-circulating-ball steering, and a telescopically adjustable steering column. Wheelbase: 102 in.
The XK120 was launched in roadster form at the 1948 London Motor Show as a test bed and show car for the new Jaguar XK engine. It caused a sensation, which persuaded William Lyons to put it into production. The "120" in its name referred to its 120 mph top speed, which made the XK120 the world's fastest standard production car at the time of its launch. It was available in two convertible versions: the roadster (OTS, for open two-seater), and the drop head coupé (DHC), as well as a closed, or "fixed-head" coupé (FHC). The Jaguar XK120 is a great example of a car that continues to define the sports-car concept.
Recently acquired from a long term ownership, this example is one of the nicest Fixed Head Coupes around. The Previous owner purchased the XK in 1989 from a gentleman who had stored it in his garage, un-driven, for several years. The XK once again sat covered in a garage untouched for 20 years. It wasn’t until the two years ago when the owner started a full nut-and-bolt restoration of the XK.
The restoration began with a full disassembly of the car. The chassis was stripped, sandblasted, and repainted to a deep black gloss finish. The entire body was then chemically dipped in an acid bath to remove all traces of rust, debris, and old paint; and repainted back to white. All wiring and hoses have been replaced with new factory correct looms. The engine and gearbox were rebuilt and refinished back to factory specifications. The entire interior has been restored as well; including: new leather seats and door panels, carpeting, headliner, chrome, steering wheel, restored gauges, and the beautifully refinished burl wood trim! The final assembly of the XK was completed by the world famous Jaguar restoration experts, Jeff’s Resurrections in Texas. Over $10,000.00 was spent to bring this beauty back to road worthy condition!
* A beautiful XK120 FHC in excellent colors!
* Very presentable as a driver or show car!
* Recent major service with over $10,000.00 in invoices!
* Includes original service manual, and all restoration receipts!
Contact Jose Romero: jose@driversource.com
Check out a video about this car:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7zuhWMhPgk
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We buy all classic European and American sports cars! Finders Fees paid!!
1952_Jaguar_XK120_26
1952 Jaguar XK120 FHC
Chassis No. 679632
Engine No. W4759-8
Body No. J1636
Specifications: Dual overhead-cam 3.4 L straight 6-cylinder engine, with standard 8:1 compression ratio it producing 160 bhp. Alloy cylinder head and twin side draft SU carburetors. Independent torsion bar front suspension, semi-elliptic leaf springs at the rear, re-circulating-ball steering, and a telescopically adjustable steering column. Wheelbase: 102 in.
The XK120 was launched in roadster form at the 1948 London Motor Show as a test bed and show car for the new Jaguar XK engine. It caused a sensation, which persuaded William Lyons to put it into production. The "120" in its name referred to its 120 mph top speed, which made the XK120 the world's fastest standard production car at the time of its launch. It was available in two convertible versions: the roadster (OTS, for open two-seater), and the drop head coupé (DHC), as well as a closed, or "fixed-head" coupé (FHC). The Jaguar XK120 is a great example of a car that continues to define the sports-car concept.
Recently acquired from a long term ownership, this example is one of the nicest Fixed Head Coupes around. The Previous owner purchased the XK in 1989 from a gentleman who had stored it in his garage, un-driven, for several years. The XK once again sat covered in a garage untouched for 20 years. It wasn’t until the two years ago when the owner started a full nut-and-bolt restoration of the XK.
The restoration began with a full disassembly of the car. The chassis was stripped, sandblasted, and repainted to a deep black gloss finish. The entire body was then chemically dipped in an acid bath to remove all traces of rust, debris, and old paint; and repainted back to white. All wiring and hoses have been replaced with new factory correct looms. The engine and gearbox were rebuilt and refinished back to factory specifications. The entire interior has been restored as well; including: new leather seats and door panels, carpeting, headliner, chrome, steering wheel, restored gauges, and the beautifully refinished burl wood trim! The final assembly of the XK was completed by the world famous Jaguar restoration experts, Jeff’s Resurrections in Texas. Over $10,000.00 was spent to bring this beauty back to road worthy condition!
* A beautiful XK120 FHC in excellent colors!
* Very presentable as a driver or show car!
* Recent major service with over $10,000.00 in invoices!
* Includes original service manual, and all restoration receipts!
Contact Jose Romero: jose@driversource.com
Check out a video about this car:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7zuhWMhPgk
Visit our website for more info:
We buy all classic European and American sports cars! Finders Fees paid!!