1954 Jaguar XK 140 Roadster
- Engine
- 3.4L DOHC inline six-cylinder, 190 bhp
- Colour
- Old English White with black cabriolet roof
A matching-numbers 1954–1957 Jaguar XK 140 roadster finished in Old English White with red leather interior and black cabriolet hood, one of only 46 right-hand-drive examples built with the standard steel-rim and whitewall-tyre presentation. Authenticated by a Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate, the car was fully restored by Hibernia Auto Restorations in 2008 and comprehensively refreshed in 2014–2015. It appeared at The Quail in 2015, where it was singled out by Motor Trend as one of 25 favourite cars at the event.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$115,500
Competition
- 2015The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering 2015Named among Motor Trend's 25 favorites at the event
The vehicle received recognition from Motor Trend as a standout example; a trophy and plaque were awarded.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2008RestorationHibernia Auto Restorations
Full restoration carried out, returning the car to its original Old English White over red leather specification.
Workshop located in Rockaway, New Jersey.
- 2014Restoration
Comprehensive refresh of the car covering an extended period into 2015, maintaining high standards of fit and finish throughout.
Work spanned 2014–2015.
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