1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed-Head Coupé Registration no. 474 XUN Chassis no. 680103 Engine no. W6116-8• Restored in the mid/late 2000s • Matching numbers chassis and engine • Five-speed gearbox upgrade • Up-rated brakes and steering rackFootnotes"We claimed 120 mph (for the XK 120), a speed unheard of for a production car in those days." - William Heynes, Chief Engineer, Jaguar Cars. Launched at the 1948 Earls Court Motor Show, the stunning-looking Jaguar XK120 caused a sensation, setting set new standards of comfort, roadholding and performance for British sports cars and, in keeping with the Jaguar tradition, there was nothing to touch it at the price. Coupe and drophead coupe versions followed, and for customers who found the standard car too slow, there was the Special Equipment package which boosted power from the stock 160 to 180bhp. With either engine and regardless of the type of bodywork, the XK120 was a genuine 120mph car capable of sustained high-speed cruising. From launch until the end of production in the autumn of 1954 the XK120's popularity never slackened, especially in overseas markets that took over 85 percent of total output. Extensively restored over a three-year period with little use since, this XK120 Coupé has benefited from numerous upgrades enabling the owner to enjoy it to the fullest extent whether on a drive to a pub lunch in the country or an extended European tour. '474 XUN' was built new in 1952 and originally exported to the USA. It returned to UK in 2005 where it was restored by James Sidwell and Co and converted to right-hand drive during the comprehensive restoration. Upgrades include a five-speed gearbox, XK150 brakes and steering rack, and a bespoke stainless-steel exhaust system. The car is finished in Jaguar White Gold with red leather, complemented by chrome wire wheels. With only two owners since it returned to the UK, and limited use, the XK still presents very well. Inspected pre-sale by renowned marque specialists CKL, the car comes with a comprehensive history file documenting the restoration and retains its original engine block and cylinder head.
1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed-Head Coupé Registration no. 474 XUN Chassis no. 680103 Engine no. W6116-8• Restored in the mid/late 2000s • Matching numbers chassis and engine • Five-speed gearbox upgrade • Up-rated brakes and steering rackFootnotes"We claimed 120 mph (for the XK 120), a speed unheard of for a production car in those days." - William Heynes, Chief Engineer, Jaguar Cars. Launched at the 1948 Earls Court Motor Show, the stunning-looking Jaguar XK120 caused a sensation, setting set new standards of comfort, roadholding and performance for British sports cars and, in keeping with the Jaguar tradition, there was nothing to touch it at the price. Coupe and drophead coupe versions followed, and for customers who found the standard car too slow, there was the Special Equipment package which boosted power from the stock 160 to 180bhp. With either engine and regardless of the type of bodywork, the XK120 was a genuine 120mph car capable of sustained high-speed cruising. From launch until the end of production in the autumn of 1954 the XK120's popularity never slackened, especially in overseas markets that took over 85 percent of total output. Extensively restored over a three-year period with little use since, this XK120 Coupé has benefited from numerous upgrades enabling the owner to enjoy it to the fullest extent whether on a drive to a pub lunch in the country or an extended European tour. '474 XUN' was built new in 1952 and originally exported to the USA. It returned to UK in 2005 where it was restored by James Sidwell and Co and converted to right-hand drive during the comprehensive restoration. Upgrades include a five-speed gearbox, XK150 brakes and steering rack, and a bespoke stainless-steel exhaust system. The car is finished in Jaguar White Gold with red leather, complemented by chrome wire wheels. With only two owners since it returned to the UK, and limited use, the XK still presents very well. Inspected pre-sale by renowned marque specialists CKL, the car comes with a comprehensive history file documenting the restoration and retains its original engine block and cylinder head.
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