2017-11-10 14:20:26 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:
bicestersportscars.co.uk/car-sales/1952-jaguar-xk120-fhc/
Bicester Sports & Classics £110,850

Sellers description:
This stunning example was originally shipped to New York in 1952 and repatriated in 2005 as a solid running restoration candidate for the famous James Sidwell and Co to restore into one of the best XKs possible.
The project took around 3 years and included utilising as many original parts as possible including the engine but some subtle updates to include 5 spd gearbox,xk150 brakes and steering rack etc.
All work is documented including a comprehensive photo gallery and is to above original factory standard with exemplary panel fit and paint finish resulting in an excellent driving XK120 that can also be showcased to any high standard.

Having had only two UK owners she has covered a few thousand miles since the work and is ready to use on any type of journey especially effortless long distance cruising

Finished in Jaguar white gold with red leather and MWS chrome wire wheels she presents beautifully and has a good history file inc Heritage Certificate
On the road this is a well sorted drivers car with an amazing soundtrack from the bespoke stainless exhaust and super handling and brakes.

Supplied fully inspected, serviced with a comprehensive 12 month warranty.

2022-09-05 14:11:43 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

ckl.co.uk/vehicle-details/used-jaguar-xk120-fhc-for-sale-ckl-sales-cars-u39/

Seller's description:

Left to right conversion

5-speed gearbox

Uprated brakes and steering rack

Fully restored over a three-year period with little use since. This car has benefitted to many upgrades to help you enjoy this car to the fullest whether you decide on a pub lunch in the country or a European tour

This XK was built new in 1952 and was originally exported to the US. It returned to UK in 2005 where it was restored by James Sidwell and Co and was converted to RHD during this comprehensive restoration.

Other up grades include 5-speed gearbox, XK150 brakes and steering rack and bespoke stainless-steel exhaust. The car is finished in Jaguar White Gold with Red leather complemented with Chrome wire wheels.

With only two owners since it returned to the UK and limited use the car still presents very well.

The car also comes with a comprehensive history file and a documented restoration. This car has undergone a pre-sales inspection by CKL and is available for test drive at our facilities just outside Battle.

2022-09-06 08:24:18 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 9/22

www.bonhams.com/auction/27523/lot/381/1952-jaguar-xk120-fixed-head-coupe-chassis ...

Auction description:

Lot 381

1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed-Head Coupé

Goodwood Revival Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia

17 September 2022, 14:00 BST

Chichester, Goodwood

£60,000 - £80,000

Registration no. 474 XUN

Chassis no. 680103

Engine no. W6116-8

• Restored in the mid/late 2000s

• Matching numbers chassis and engine

• Five-speed gearbox upgrade

• Up-rated brakes and steering rack

Extensively restored over a three-year period with little use since, this XK120 Coupé has benefited from numerous upgrades enabling the owner to enjoy it to the fullest extent whether on a drive to a pub lunch in the country or an extended European tour. '474 XUN' was built new in 1952 and originally exported to the USA. It returned to UK in 2005 where it was restored by James Sidwell and Co and converted to right-hand drive during the comprehensive restoration. Upgrades include a five-speed gearbox, XK150 brakes and steering rack, and a bespoke stainless-steel exhaust system. The car is finished in Jaguar White Gold with red leather, complemented by chrome wire wheels. With only two owners since it returned to the UK, and limited use, the XK still presents very well. Inspected pre-sale by renowned marque specialists CKL, the car comes with a comprehensive history file documenting the restoration and retains its original engine block and cylinder head.