2010-01-22 19:45:06 | XK Data writes:

The record was updated:

2005-10-30 12:12:51 | Steven D. writes:

Car was for sale at:

Price: $95,000.00 (SOLD)

Condition: Show / Driver

An elegant example, this car has been restored to a show driver level by Classic showcase. There is a beautiful brand new fitted wood interior, spats with steel wheels and hubcaps, and a matching numbers engine. This vehicle has been restored to its original condition with a new interior and a beautiful top; it has been fit to perfection with great attention to detail.

Specifications

Performance.........in line 6 cylinder

Transmission........4 speed manual

Suspension...........independent front solid rear axel

Steering................Berman recirculating ball

Brakes..................Lockheed hydraulic drum front and rear

Wheels.................steel

Color....................gray/ red leather

Miles....................3 since restoration

ID Number........….677512

Body# P1480

Engine# W8931-8

Gear Box# JL17218

Work Completed

This vehicle has been taken apart, all components and body parts restored and fit paying great attention to detail, painted with high-quality paint, color sanded and buffed. All the engine components have been restored or rebuilt.

2010-01-22 17:53:56 | pauls writes:

Car to be at RM auction 1/10
www.rmauctions.com/FeatureCars.cfm

Auction description:
1953 Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupe
Chassis No. 677512
Estimate: $80,000-$110,000 US
To be auctioned on Thursday, January 21, 2010
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The example offered here was restored by the marque specialists at Classic Showcase in California to a strict show quality standard. The thorough nut-and-bolt restoration was completed approximately seven years ago. A matching numbers car, it remains in exceptional condition and has been properly stored and looked after in climate-controlled storage since completion of the restoration. This particular XK120 is finished in a beautiful Dove Gray with a stunning red leather interior, which remains in impeccable show condition to this day. The chrome, brightwork and woodwork also remain in excellent condition. Judged 100 points by the JCNA, this example was acquired by a respected Arizona-based collector and has been driven very rarely outside of its limited show engagements.

2010-01-26 19:32:13 | NEWDL writes:

Car sold at high bid of $74,000 USD at RM auction 1/10

2010-03-06 17:38:57 | pauls writes:

Below RM website says lot was Sold at a price of $81,400. Perhaps that includes a buyers premium?
www.rmauctions.com/CarDetails.cfm

2022-12-08 14:54:32 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 1/23

www.mecum.com/lots/FL0123-545406/1953-jaguar-xk120-drophead-coupe/

Auction description:

Lot K156 Kissimmee 2023 Jan 4-15

Chassis No. 677512

3.4L DOHC inline 6-cylinder engine

Twin sidedraft carburetors

4-speed manual gearbox

Burl wood dash and door trim

Smiths instrumentation

Independent front suspension

Lockheed hydraulic drum brakes

Painted steel wheels with chrome center caps

Restored by Classic Showcase of San Marcos, California in 2003

Finished in Dove Gray with Red leather upholstery and Red carpets

The engine, transmission, suspension and instruments were restored or rebuilt in 2003

Part of the Rick Grant Collection since 2010

Finished in Dove Gray with red leather upholstery and carpets, it’s pleasing to see that the specification of this left-hand drive 1953 Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupe from The Rick Grant III Estate Collection includes body-color-matched steel wheels with the fender skirts that further enhance the line and suit the drophead far better than finicky wire wheels. Chassis No. 677512 was restored in 2003 by Classic Showcase of San Marcos, California, with the 3.4L 6-cylinder engine, 4-speed manual gearbox, suspension and Smiths instrumentation restored at that time. The British Daily Herald newspaper enthused that the XK120 was “the fastest ever tourer, yet as docile in heavy traffic as the most expensive and biggest saloons.” Indeed, for the committed touring driver, the XK120 drophead coupe is the most versatile of all.