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 3.4 XK120 Birch Grey
 Fixed Head Coupe Red
 Left Hand Drive 
   Hoffman, New York, USA
 680000 12 September 1952
 W5874-8 
 J2003 
 JL12456 
 5 September 1952 
 
 1953 Bright Red
 2022 Biscuit
 Rest: Nice 
 Original San Jose
  
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United States4C7834A

8YQD389

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Record Creation: Entered on 3 November 2021.

 

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2010-11-21 14:57:27 | XK Data writes:

The record was updated:

  • Factory Build Year was added: 1952
  • Factory Build Month was added: 09
  • 2011-02-13 15:30:24 | XK Data writes:

    The record was updated:

  • Last Seen was changed from 2010 to 2011
  • 2013-12-24 00:55:46 | XK Data writes:

    The record was updated:

  • Last Seen was changed from 2011 to 2012
  • 2022-05-24 11:21:11 | XK Data writes:

    The record was updated:

  • Factory Paint Color was added: Birch grey
  • Factory Interior Color was added: Red
  • Original Distributor was added: Hoffman, New York, USA
  • Replacement Engine was added: original
  • Current Color was changed from bright red to Bright red
  • Current Interior was changed from biscuit to Biscuit
  • Current City was changed from Jupiter to San Jose
  • Current State was changed from Florida to California
  • Last Seen was changed from 2021 to 2022
  • Factory Dispatch Year was added: 1952
  • Factory Dispatch Month was added: 09
  • Factory Dispatch Day was added: 12
  • Factory Build Day was added: 05
  • Registration numbers (raw data): was changed from 4C7834A| to 4C7834A|8YQD389|
  • Registration number location (raw data): was changed from United States!MT| to United States!MT|United States!CA|
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    2010-11-21 07:17:04 | pauls writes:

    Ebay item 11/21/10
    cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-XK-120-1953-Jaguar-XK120-Fixed-Head-Coupe-Restore ...
    Current bid $25,100 reserve not met 13 bids 6 days left in auction.

    Sellers description:
    This particular XK120 FHC underwent a full restoration and has been driven less the 100 miles since completion. It is a multiple award winner from various shows and still retains the craftsmanship of the work that was completed. It is resplendent in a bright and correct red exterior and a beautiful tan leather interior. This car makes a statement wherever it arrives. It has been professionally maintained and stored in a climate controlled garage where it is proudly displayed with the owner’s other classics.

    The motor in this car has an uprated head and thus produces in excess of 200bhp. The motor features twin SU carburetors, porcelain headers, and a stainless steel exhaust. The engine compartment is beautifully finished and absolutely spotless. An electric cooloing fan has been carefully added to make this car drivable in all climates. The Lucas Tri-Bar headlights, 7.5 inch driving lamps, and leather hood strap add to the overall sporting flavor of this beautiful sporting machine.

    Once inside the cockpit, you are greeted by the steering wheel featuring the Jaguar logo. The dashboard is perfect with no marks and all of the Smiths gauges are clear and flawless. The leather hides and carpets are beautiful and show virtually no wear or use. There is storage behind the rear seats that is covered by the correct carpeted parcel shelf. In the trunk you will find a correct spare mounted on a matching disc wheel. The wood in the trunk is new and perfect as is the carpet and tool kit. The car also features a correct period owner’s manual.

    The exterior paint is excellent and the chrome is in similar condition. The disc wheels with their elegant hub caps show no marks. Adding to the elegance is a set of rear wheel skirts, chrome fender mounted rear view mirrors, and wheel trim rings.

    This Jaguar is ready to be enjoyed today. It is welcome at countless shows and tours. It is the perfect companion for the Colorado Grand, California Mille, or any classic car show or tour.

    Chassis: 680000
    Body: J2003
    Engine: W5874-8
    Gearbox: JL12456

    2011-02-13 10:27:27 | pauls writes:

    Car returns to ebay 2/13/11
    cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-XK-120-1953-Jaguar-XK120-Fixed-Head-Coupe-Restore ...
    Car has a buy it now price of $88,500 for 9 days.

    Previuos auction ended at $41,000 reserve not met after 23 bids.

    2011-04-11 10:27:49 | pauls writes:

    Car returns to ebay 4/11/11
    cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1953-Jaguar-XK120-Fixed-Head-Coupe-Restored-/17062724155 ...
    Car has a buy it now price of $85,500 for 9 days.

    Previous listing received no offers.

    2013-12-24 00:24:42 | pauls writes:

    Car now offered at:
    www.drivingemotions.com/INVENTORY/VehicleDetails/tabid/356/company/DRIVINGEMOTIO ...
    Car now said to be in Lake Park, Florida.

    Sellers description:
    1953 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe! Red with Tan Interior!

    2014-04-26 10:35:48 | pauls writes:

    Car now offered at:
    www.carsforsale.com/used_cars_for_sale/1953_jaguar_xk120_224451497_10

    Sellers description:
    1953 Jaguar XK120 Description
    European automotive group is happy to bring you this beautiful jaguar XK120 fixed head coupe. This automobile was restored 4 years ago. It is a 1 plus rated automobile. You can show it or drive it. You will turn heads every where you go in this car.

    2021-11-03 14:33:08 | pauls writes:

    Car now listed at:

    www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/jaguar/xk120/2526074.html

    Seller's description:

    Location: Jupiter, Florida 33408

    VIN #: W58748

    Transmission: Manual

    Condition: Mint

    Exterior: RED

    Interior: TAN

    Seller’s Description:You are looking at a beautiful Jaguar XK120 1953 coupe. This is a solid 1.5 car. The restoration is approximately 12 years old. This car can be shown or enjoyed to tour with. Please take a good look at the photos of this car and you'll see its an incredible automobile. This is a number matching engine and and drivetrain car. The car is laser straight and the gaps are very nice. There are no dings, dents or scratches on the beautiful car. The engine compartment is detailed and the car has always been serviced with any open checkbook. It has just been gone through from top to bottom. The glass is clear with no scratches and all the taillights and headlights are clear. The interior wood has been refinished and has no cracks in it and shows beautifully . The wheels are beautiful and the spats are a classic look to the car. This is a rust free car with no stories to it. It comes out of a local palm beach jaguar collection. It's the right color. So if you are looking for a beautiful driver or show car look know further then this one. Please call me with any questions you may have and I'll be happy to do my best to answer them. If you were to restore a car like this it would cost you over 200k.

    Price: $86,900 OBO

    2022-05-20 20:34:18 | CTann writes:

    Verified numbers matching engine, head, chassis (2 places) and body. Gearbox # TBD (but it shifts like an original Moss Box for sure!)

    2022-08-20 17:04:27 | terry mcgrath writes:

    on its way to western australia

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