2020-02-22 10:09:10 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 3/20

rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/fl20/palm-beach/lots/r0039-1950-jaguar-xk-120-roadste ...

Auction description:

1950 Jaguar XK 120 Roadster

RM | Auctions - PALM BEACH 20 - 21 MARCH 2020 - The Schluter Collection

Lot 329

Did not sell

Identification No. W18608 (engine number)

Offered from The Schluter Collection

Inline six-cylinder engine with Dual S.U. carburetors

Four-speed manual gearbox

One of 12,055 built

Older restoration which presents beautifully

Red over biscuit leather; wide whitewall tires

Accompanied by JDHT certificate

2020-12-20 06:07:48 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

classics.autotrader.com/classic-cars/1950/jaguar/xk_120/101375886

Seller: Mansfield Motor Group in Mansfield, Ohi

The subject vehicle is a restored 1950 Jaguar XK120. This example is a steel bodied version. Engine is a 3.4l I-6 2x SU; 160hp with a 4 speed Moss transmission. Miles show 845 miles since restoration. Overall condition is rated at # 2+. Professional appraisal available upon request. Vehicle presents as an older restoration, completed to very high standards. The age of the restoration work is not known, but was completed before 2007. Engine is a 3.4l Jaguar inline six with dual and correct SU H6 tall neck carburetors. The engine number stamped at the front of the engine (W18608) matches the engine number identified on the vehicle data plate affixed to the bulkhead. Data plate should be affixed with rivets, but this example uses screws. Engine area appears clean, detailed, and lightly used, approaching a concours level presentation. The polished aluminum rocker covers show nicely, with no notable cosmetic defects observed. The black finish on the exhaust manifold shows in excellent condition with no cracking, flaking or other damage to the paint observed. An electronic thermostatically controlled cooling fan has been added to the front of the radiator for additional cooling. Radiator is a correct Marston Excelsior unit with metal tag. All the wiring in the engine area is a period correct cloth lined material, with the exception of the wiring for the added electronic cooling fan, which is in modern vinyl wires. Correct nickel plated Lucas generator. Correct Lucas 40449 distributor. Correct unpainted fasteners on the underside of the hood and in the engine area. Transmission is a correct Moss four-speed gearbox. Gearbox number was found stamped at the back corner of the transmission on the driver side. The numbers stamped on the gearbox match the gearbox number indicated on the data plate. The interior has been completely restored. Inner door panels, chrome hardware, seats, carpeting, and cockpit trim have all been replaced. Convertible top shows in excellent condition with no notable wear or stains observed. The convertible top frame also shows in very good condition. Correct gauges throughout. The instrument panel in the car is an early version, (thru chassis 672949), correct for the car. A correct Jaguar Record Breaking Replica Plate was found affixed in his proper location on the passenger side of the dashboard. Chrome switchgear and hardware in the interior shows in excellent condition with no notable tarnishing or patina observed. Aftermarket seat belts have been added for both seats. There are no side curtains observed near the vehicle, unaware if the side cu Exterior finish shows in excellent overall condition with no notable oxidation, sun fade, or other issues observed. The finish has been polished to a high gloss with excellent overall reflective quality. Upon close examination, a few subtle imperfections in the finish are able to be observed. Vehicle was obviously completely stripped of all exterior trim and seals, as no inappropriate masking lines or overspray were observed on any exterior trim pieces. Glass windshields show in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or damage observed. No manufacturer markings on either pieces of glass. Exterior chrome all shows in very good overall condition with no dents or notable tarnishing or patina observed. Panel gaps and alignment show very nicely, with no notable irregularities observed. Shut action of both doors is smooth, with minimal effort required. Chassis is clean and restored to a high standard when the restoration was completed. Tires are Firestone bias-ply 6.00-16 mounted on steel wheels with covers and trim rings, all of which show in excellent condition. Stainless steel exhaust system. Chassis shows minimal signs of use, and is generally clean and presentable.

Seller Mansfield Motor Group in Mansfield, Ohio, price $95,000