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 667294 4 October 1954
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 10 August 1954 United Kingdom
 
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United KingdomNRW356

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Record Creation: Entered on 21 December 2019.

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Heritage Notes

UK, Personal Export Delivery

Car History

HD India, UK, exported c2006 to unknown destination

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2006-01-01 13:16:58 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '96
www.practicalclassics.co.uk/auctionlot/by-id/1556548165/

Auction description:
Lot 057: Jaguar XK120 Dhc (1954)
Interesting Pre-War and Classic Motor Cars, ADT (12th August 1996)
Lot Details
Auction Interesting Pre-War and Classic Motor Cars
ADT, Blackbushe Auction Centre, Blackbushe
Type Car
Lot Number 057
Estimate £32000-£34000
Hammer Price -
Hammer Price (inc premium) £28875
Year 1954
Condition rating 1
Registration number NRW 356
Mileage -
Chassis number S667294
Engine number F3878-8S

2006-01-01 16:37:58 | Peter Ingram writes:

One from the end of RHD 120 DHC and the last known

2006-08-23 08:12:20 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 9/06
www.motorbase.com/auctionlot/by-id/133365946/

Auction description:
Sale 14261 - A Sale of Important Sports, Competition and Collectors' Motor Cars and Fine Automobilia, 1 Sep 2006
Goodwood Revival, Chichester, Sussex
Lot No: 216
The last right-hand drive manufactured
1954 Jaguar XK120 SE Drophead Coupé
Registration no. NRW 356
Chassis no. S667294
Engine no. F3878-8S
Estimate: £28,000 - 32,000
The ‘S’ prefix on this XK120’s chassis number indicates that it is an ‘SE’ (Special Equipment) model equipped with the desirable 180bhp engine. Right-hand drive Drophead Coupé chassis numbers commenced at 667001 and a mere 294 were built, making this car the last to leave the Browns Lane factory in September 1954. A statement from Mr Liggins - the previous owner from May 1988 to August 1996 - reveals that he had looked for three years to find the right XK120. He bought this example, which retains its original engine - both ’head and block - already restored and believes that the work was carried out circa two years prior to his acquisition. It was evidently restored to a high standard, although no bills are offered with the car.

‘S667294’ came into the present owner’s hands in August 1996 when the recorded mileage stood at 4,000 (it is assumed that the odometer was ‘zeroed’ upon completion of the restoration). Forming part of the vendor’s large private collection, the car has been mostly displayed and kept in dry, climate controlled conditions. The current mileage total is 4,172. Although the car is on chromed wire wheels, the original pressed steel wheels and spats are also offered.

Finished in red with black hood, black interior trim and matching carpets, ‘NRW 356’ will be offered with fresh MoT and road fund licence, current Swansea V5C document and previous V5. Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupés very rarely come to market and this restored, matching numbers car represents a unique opportunity to acquire the last example of the rarest of all the XK120 variants, equipped with the ultimate, Special Equipment engine.

2016-09-20 16:41:19 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 10/16
www.bonhams.com/auctions/23555/lot/223/

Auction description:
Lot 223
1954 Jaguar XK120 SE Drophead Coupé
US$ 55,000 - 65,000 £42,000 - 50,000
Preserving the Automobile
An Auction at the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum
14:00 EDT
Philadelphia, Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum
1954 Jaguar XK120 SE Drophead Coupé
Chassis no. S667294
Engine no. F3878-8S
3,442cc DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
2 SU Carburetors
160bhp at 5,000rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Front Independent Suspension - Live Rear Axle
4-Wheel Drum Brakes

*A one of only 292 right-hand drive Drophead Coupes built
*In the present ownership since 2006
*Among the most beautiful Jaguar models ever produced
*A stellar tour car

The 'S' prefix on this XK120's chassis number indicates that it is an 'SE' (Special Equipment) model equipped with the desirable 180bhp engine. Right-hand drive Drophead Coupé chassis numbers commenced at 667001 and a mere 294 were built, making this car the last to leave the Browns Lane factory in September 1954. A statement from Mr Liggins - the previous owner from May 1988 to August 1996 - reveals that he had looked for three years to find the right XK120. He bought this example, which retains its original engine - both 'head and block - already restored and believes that the work was carried out circa two years prior to his acquisition. It was evidently restored to a high standard, although no bills are offered with the car.

'S667294' came into the present owner's hands in August 1996 when the recorded mileage stood at 4,000 (it is assumed that the odometer was 'zeroed' upon completion of the restoration). Forming part of the vendor's large private collection, the car has been mostly displayed and kept in dry, climate controlled conditions. The current mileage total is 4,172. Although the car is on chromed wire wheels, the original pressed steel wheels and spats are also offered. The Jag come into the present family ownership in September 2006. In the last decade, the car has seen minimal use but an invoice on file from October 2014 documents $4500 worth of mechanical work completed.

Finished in red with black hood, black interior trim and matching carpets, the Drophead has been regularly started. Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupés very rarely come to market and this restored, matching numbers car represents a unique opportunity to acquire the last example of the rarest of all the XK120 variants, equipped with the ultimate, Special Equipment engine.

2016-09-21 10:29:28 | Peter Ingram writes:

Not the last see 667295

2016-10-06 00:10:03 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
www.gullwingmotorcars.com/1954-jaguar-xk120-dhc-rhd-c-2988.htm

Sellers description [note comment above about last built]:
Price: $79,500
Year: 1954
Make: Jaguar
Model: XK120
Trim: DHC RHD
Transmission: Manual
Exterior Color: Red
Interior Color: Black

This 1954 Jaguar XK120 DHC RHD is a matching numbers 'SE' (Special Equipment) model wearing a quality older restoration. Finished in red with black interior. Right-hand drive Drophead Coupe chassis numbers commenced at 667001 and a mere 294 were built, making this car the last to leave the Browns Lane factory in September 1954. Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupes very rarely come to market and this restored, matching numbers car represents a unique opportunity to acquire the last example of the rarest of all the XK120 variants, equipped with the ultimate, Special Equipment engine.

Chassis no. S667294
Engine no. F3878-8S

-The last right-hand drive XK120 produced
-A one of only 292 right-hand drive Drophead Coupes built
-In the present ownership since 2006
-Among the most beautiful Jaguar models ever produced

Price: $79,500

2016-10-06 15:07:10 | pauls writes:

Car also listed on ebay by above seller:
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-DHC-RHD-/272402548770
Classified ad price: US $79,500.

2016-10-08 18:51:00 | Simon H writes:

At today's exchange rate the car has just sold for £63,000. It is now listed for sale on ebay in the Uk by someone called "works escort" for £95,000. A very tidy profit for a few clicks of the mouse.....

2016-10-10 14:18:20 | pauls writes:

Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum auction official sold price US$ 62,700.

2016-10-10 14:22:28 | pauls writes:

As Simon mentions above car returns to ebay 10/10/16
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/232107438987
Classified Ad price £95,000, sellerworks-escort, car said to be in transit location to be Kent, United Kingdom.

Sellers description:
Wonderful Rare 1954 Jaguar XK120 DHC SE RHD
Special Equipment SE Model
Manuel 4 speed
One of just 294 Produced
Matching Numbers Car
Red With Black
Older restoration Superb Condition
Will be Fully Prepped

2017-04-03 09:54:59 | Peter Scott writes:

Back on eBay again at a slightly reduced price (£21,500)

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/JAGUAR-MOT-EXEMPT-/222461245455

2018-07-12 15:05:54 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
www.classic-trader.com/fr/voitures/annonce/jaguar/xk/xk-120-se-dhc/1954/137590

Sellers description:
Scott James of Lytham
GBP 89,950
XK 120 SE DHC
Series 120
Year of manufacture 1954
Chassis number n.a.
Gearbox number n.a.

Report n.a.
Condition category n.a.
Mileage (read) n.a.
Previous owners n.a.
First registration n.a.
Engine number n.a.
Matching numbers n.a.
Body style Convertible
Power (kw/hp) 135/182
Cubic capacity (ccm) 3,442
Cylinders 6
Doors n.a.
Steering Right (RHD)
Transmission Manual
Gears n.a.
Drive Rear
Front Brake Drum
Rear Brake Drum
Fuel Petrol
Exterior colour Red
Manufacturer colour name n.a.
Folding roof No
Interior colour Black
Interior material Others

2019-12-21 11:08:12 | pauls writes:

Offer seen on facebook 12/19

For sale £89,000 All Offers Considered, or part-ex,.

Rare 1954 Original Right Hand Drive. Jaguar XK120, DHC, SE. Drop Head Coupe, Special Equipment 3.4cc Straight Six Engine, the car has a Jaguar Heritage Certificate 64141 proving its authenticity and original registration number [ NRW 356 ] this is a private sale, with registered V5 in my name.

This car was one of the last 1 of only 292 Original RHD Jaguar XK120 DHC SE. Built 10 August 1954 and left the Browns Lane Factory on 04 Oct 1954. Purchased by My Wallace Cartwright he was the first owner and also a car distributor, who First Registered: NRW 356 from the Coventry factory, and kept it in a large personal collection for many years. A very fine example of the rarest of all the jaguar XK120 variants produced, the car has Matching Numbers VIN/Chassis No: S667294. With Original Engine No: F3878-8S. and Gearbox No: OSL80B, Wind up windows, wire wheels Including spare wheel, the original rear wheel covered spats, 4 spare wheel hubs and 4 hub-caps, I have an extra set of new matching bucket seat backs in black leather to match the car, I have put one in the car to show you in picture. I also have a set of new polished aluminium period number plates for the car.

Exceptional condition throughout inside and out, the red body work is in stunning condition with fantastic panel gaps the best I have seen. It’s had a Quality older restoration in 1986 finished in a red exterior with black leather interior and wood trims, originally black & tan. If you are looking for an Original RHD Jaguar XK120 Drop Head Coupe SE, in excellent condition throughout, the car was restored completely in 1986, and kept pretty much as original apart from colour change, its not modernized like many XK's are today. This Special Equipment Model, Manufacture Date 10 Aug 1954 First Registration NRW 356 Date: 04 October 1954 Coventry United Kingdom.

(The car has only covered around 4500 miles since the restoration.) Taxation Class Historic Vehicle Free. This car was the last (PW – not correct) of only 292 Original RHD Jaguar XK120 DHC SE to leave the Browns Lane Factory on 04 October 1954. A very fine example of the rarest of all the jaguar XK120 variants produced between 1949 - 1954. Previous owners prior one being a Mr Liggins had stated that the car was restored to a very high standard in 1986, he purchased the car in 1988 after looking for over three years to find a car in this condition he kept it up until he sold it in 1996, to the next owner who also kept it in his large private collection mostly for display and kept in dry climate controlled conditions until 2006. I came to own the car a few years later, as I traded my Cobra xcs for this 1954 jaguar XK privately, which I keep garaged and covered at all times, as its a bit of a collectors car really as you can see, I now think its time to sell this classic Jaguar to someone who has more time than I have who can enjoy the car, hence this private sale, with Best Offer or part exchange, Thank you.

Steve Harrison, Blackpool, UK

XKdata adds: Wallace Cartwright was the distributor in India; the first owner was N S Bannantine, Sunningdale, England

OSL80B is not a complete gearbox number

This car was not the last of only 292 built.

2021-07-24 06:57:45 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C1135976

Seller's description:

1954 RHD VERY ORIGINAL JAGUAR XK120 DHC” BEST OFFERS CONSIDERED OR POSSIBLE CAR PART EXCHANGE “

Original 1954 Right Hand Drive Jaguar XK120, DHC, SE. Drop Head Coupe, Special Equipment 3. 4cc Straight Six Engine, Jaguar Heritage Certificate, Matching Numbers Car, Original V5 Registration No: NRW 356, This car was the last 1 of only 292 Original RHD Jaguar XK120 DHC SE Built 10 August 1954 and left the Browns Lane Factory on 04 Oct 1954. Purchased by Mr Wallace Cartwright for his private collection he was the first owner and also a car distributor and collector, who First Registered: NRW 356 new from the Coventry factory, who kept it in a large personal collection for many years. A very fine example of the rarest of all the jaguar XK120 variants produced, the car has Matching Numbers VIN/ Chassis No: S667294. With Original Engine No: F3878-8S. and Gearbox No: OSL80B, Wind up windows, wire wheels Including spare wheel, the original rear wheel covered spats, 4 spare wheel hubs and 4 hub-caps, I also have an extra set of new matching bucket seat backs in black leather to match the car that fit directly to the original seat bases, I also have a new set of polished aluminium period show number plates to go with the car. Exceptional condition throughout inside and out, the red body work is in great condition with fantastic panel gaps the best I have seen. It’s had a Quality older restoration in 1986 finished in a red exterior with black leather interior and wood trims, originally black & tan as shown on the Jaguar Heritage Certificate. If you are looking for an Original RHD Jaguar XK120 Drop Head Coupe SE, in excellent condition throughout, the car was restored completely in 1986, and has been kept pretty much as original. This Special Equipment Model, Manufacture Date 10 Aug 1954 First Registration NRW 356 Date: 04 October 1954 Coventry UK. The car has only covered around 4500 miles on the clock since the restoration. Taxation Class Historic Vehicle Free. A very fine example of the rarest of all the jaguar XK120 variants produced between 1949 - 1954. From the first owner Mr Wallace Cartwright who kept it for many years in his collection and is written about above, then onto other previous owners prior to a Mr Liggins who had stated that the car was restored to a very high standard in 1986, he purchased the car in 1988 after looking for over three years to find a car in this condition he kept the car until 1996, he also kept it in his private collection in dry climate controlled conditions, I came to own the car later in 2016 when I exchanged my Cobra for this 1954 jaguar XK privately, I keep the car covered in garage at all times, the car has been mainly stored away by collectors, I think it needs to be driven and seen, so I am looking to sell it on to someone with more time than I who can enjoy and drive the car.

Ps: All Original Jaguar XK120 with the six cylinder engines, came without any overdrive from the factory.

Some XK 120s had after-market overdrives fitted later but where not originally fitted.

Price £89,000 Mileage 4,500 Miles, United Kingdom, Region Lancashire, Town Blackpool

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