2013-10-05 19:32:08 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 10/2/13
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-140-Drop-Head-Coupe-1955-jaguar-xk-140-drop-head-coup ...
Current bid $26,900 reserve not met, 16 bids 9 days left in auction.

Sellers description:
1955 Jaguar XK140 Drop Head Coupe Right Hand Drive, matching numbers, chassis#807201, maroon with biscuit interior, comes with a heritage certificate, purchased in Loch Ness, Scotland in 1979 and driven for 2 years, restoration was started but never finished, right hand drive Drop Head coupes for restoration are ultra rare and almost impossible to find, 480 RHD's were built and 278 are believed to still exist, excellent car with lots a potential and definitely a restoration worthy project and will make a great addition to any collection and the motor turns freely by hand.

2013-10-18 07:45:21 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 10/18/13
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-140-Drop-Head-Coupe-1955-jaguar-xk-140-drop-head-coup ...
Current bid $20,100 reserve not met, 9 bids 9 days left in auction.

Previous auction was removed.

2013-12-17 21:36:47 | pauls writes:

The car is discussed in the January 2014 edition of the XK Gazette. Its believed its original UK registration is OYS 414.

2014-01-22 11:26:32 | Chris Brown writes:

I have this car in my workshop now under going complete restoration

2017-09-01 15:52:04 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 9/17
www.bonhams.com/auctions/24122/lot/296/

Auction description:
Lot 296
The 1955 Scottish Motor Show
1955 Jaguar XK140 Drophead Coupé
£130,000 - 150,000
US$ 170,000 - 190,000
Goodwood Revival
9 Sep 2017, 13:00 BST
Chichester, Goodwood
Registration no. 881 UYN
Chassis no. 807021

*Original right-hand drive model
*In storage for 35 years
*Professionally restored with no expense spared (2015-2016)
*Five-speed gearbox, disc brakes, and other upgrades
*Immaculate condition

This is an original right-hand drive, matching numbers, XK140 that has been refinished in the original colour/trim combination as detailed in its Jaguar Heritage Certificate. '807021' was one of four produced by Jaguar in 1955 as 'show cars' probably for the Scottish Motor Show of that year. The original distributor is listed as 'Jaguar Cars - Show' and the original dealer as 'Ritchies, Glasgow'.

The DVLA has produced copies from their records, which confirm that the original registration of this car was 'OYS 414'. The early history of the car is explained in the accompanying extract from the April 2014 edition of 'XK Gazette', which also confirms that it competed at the Doune circuit in 1977, driven by Jeremy Broad.

In 1979 the Jaguar was purchased by an American tourist who stored it in his garage on the West Coast of America for around 35 years; the car turned out to be virtually rust free when the paint was removed. Since then, '807021' has had over 2,000 hours of work lavished on it by various marque specialists. Robin Burdon was brought out of retirement after 35 years running a Jaguar restoration business in Cheshire to do justice to the rebuilding of this magnificent car. His expertise ensured close control of subcontractors and the suppliers of parts and equipment. All final assembly was carried out by him in a purpose-built dust- and oil-free environment. The Trac Mon private circuit and test facility on Anglesey, Wales was used to carry out carefully monitored initial testing and running in before the car was driven on public roads.

Sandblasting, welding, panel work, and painting of the chassis and body were undertaken by Chris Brown Classic Cars, Stafford. All work was carried out personally by Chris, who spent 12 years at the Dennis Welch Motorsports bodyshop before setting up his own business around seven years ago. Zinc phosphate undercoat was employed, and the body rebuilt with easy access to 'A'-post hinges. The underside was wax coated, including all cavities and the chassis interior. Chromium plating was entrusted to Adam Howell, Walsall.

Aldridge Trim Centre of Wolverhampton - established in the 1930s and very experienced at working on XK dropheads - made the hood and re-trimmed the interior. Woodwork was refurbished by the Rolls-Royce-trained Chapman & Cliff, and the instruments reconditioned by Speedy Cables, Swansea, automotive instrument specialists.

The engine was rebuilt by VSE Engineering Ltd, Llanbister, a long-established XK engine specialist, whose proprietor undertook all the rebuilding work on this unit. It was converted to a C-type cylinder head, and the rear main bearing was machined to accept an improved oil seal.

Elite Racing Transmissions, Stoke-on-Trent, supplied a Borg-Warner T5 five-speed gearbox and overhauled the rear axle. A new prop shaft has been fitted also. The steering rack was overhauled by specialist Jaguar parts suppliers SNG Barratt, and the electrics by auto electrician Neil Ferguson. Electrical upgrades include an alternator, electronic ignition, electronic fuel pump, halogen headlights, high-torque starter motor, digital clock, and an immobiliser switch. Running gear upgrades include Zeus four-wheel disc brakes with servo assistance; adjustable Koni telescopic shock absorbers front and rear; suspension Polybush conversion; and chromium-plated stainless steel wire wheels shod with Blockley Tyres. Other noteworthy features include a six-branch exhaust manifold with twin outlets, stainless steel throughout; a large-capacity aluminium radiator with electric fan, heat sensor and manual override switch; and an aluminium fuel tank, fabricated to the original dimensions.

Completed in 2016, this fully restored and extensively upgraded XK140 drophead is only offered for sale due to a change in the vendor's circumstances. Only some 650 miles have been covered since the rebuild's completion and the car is presented in immaculate condition, ready for the next fortunate owner to enjoy.