JAGUAR - SE DHC

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The Jaguar XK120 was the first post war sports car to be built following Jaguars hugely successful SS100. The XK120 was launched at the 1948 London Motor Show as the test-bed and show car for the new Jaguar 3.4 litre six cylinder XK engine. The alloy cylinder head, twin side-draft SU carburettors and duel overhead-cam 3.4 litre unit produced a staggering 180bhp. The XK 120 proved an instant hit and went into immediate production on the orders of Sir William Lyons. The first 242 roadsters were hand-built Ash framed with aluminium bodies. Production switched to steel in early 1950. The Jaguar factory supplied the worlds press with a couple of XK120’s which they tested to their optimum performance in Belgium on a long, straight, stretch of road between Jabbeke and Ostend. The cars achieved speeds reaching in excess of Jaguar’s claimed 120 mph, making it the worlds fastest production car. Production was heavily biased towards the export market with a tiny number of cars remaining in the United Kingdom. The XK120 remained in production for 6 years and during this time successfully competed in many race and rally events including the Mille Miglia, Le Mans 24hr, Targa Florio and also a win in the Alpine Rally. The Jaguar XK120 SE DHC Chassis no: S677590, offered here at Autostorico was first registered in July 1953. Supplied new by Charles Hornburg Jaguar, Los Angeles to Allan H Buck of Oklahoma City, USA. The car spent much of its life in the USA before retuning to the UK in the late 1980s. The car was registered with the DVLA on the 1st January 2002. Finished in Signal Red with Cream leather interior, this stunning example has undergone a full body off nut and bolt restoration in 2003 by Roger Taylor, a Jaguar specialist. Works included; replacing all corroded panels, full chassis and suspension overhaul. The interior has been completely re-trimmed with new carpets and hood. The engine has undergone a complete rebuild by VSE Engineering and has been enhanced with the addition of electronic ignition, revised rear main oil seal, lightened flywheel, high torque started motor, and an alternator. A new five speed Tremec gearbox and a new clutch has been fitted to give more relaxed high speed touring. Other works undertaken include: Re-wire, Front disc brakes fitted Inc. optional servo, Re-chrome and new wire wheels and tyres and period radio. The car comes complete with a Jaguar Heritage Certificate, current V5 registration document and a large file including various invoices and other related materials. This is the perfect opportunity to own a true British classic which will certainly appreciate further over time. Viewing strictly by appointment only.