1956 Jaguar XK140 SE OTS
- Engine
- 3.4L inline-six with large-valve C-Type cylinder head, ~210 bhp
- Colour
- Grey over tan
A 1956 Jaguar XK140 SE Open Two-Seater, manufactured on 7 June 1956 and originally retailed through Jaguar Cars of New York. Built to Special Equipment specification, it carries the C-Type big-valve cylinder head producing 210 bhp. Factory colours were Pearl Grey with a Red interior and Black hood; the car is now finished in grey over tan hide. Following an extensive restoration, it has covered fewer than 450 miles and retains a JDHT Certificate confirming its origins.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold €126,500 (≈ $139K)
- 1956-06-07 →Factory deliveryJaguar Cars of New Yorkfull documentation
Original selling dealer as confirmed by the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate; car was built on 7 June 1956 and dispatched through this outlet.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Restoration
A comprehensive restoration was carried out; since its completion the car has accumulated fewer than 450 miles.
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