2014-03-17 15:17:46 | XK Data writes:

The record was updated:

2011-10-13 16:56:36 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 10/13/11
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll
Current bid $42,100 reserve not met, 10 bids 2 days left in auction.

Sellers description:
Offered for sale by
Muncie Imports & Classics
1955 Jaguar XK140 OTS (open two seater)

Engine/Drivetrain/Mechanical
This car has been completely restored to a upper drivers class level. It is clean and detailed on top and underneath. It starts, drives and looks like a new car. No adverse engine noise. The suspension is well done and she floats over bumps. The transmission has a known fault and will lock in first gear intermittenly. Rocking the car will free up the shifter. All numbers match except the cylinder head. The head number should match the engine block number but does not on this car.

Cylinder head number = G7929-8S

Engine block number = G1614-8

The "G" prefix on the head means this head did come off a XK140. All other number do match the VIN plate.

Exterior
The exterior on this XK140 is painted Old English White. The paint job is nicely done with no flaws found.

Interior
The interior on this XK140 is Red. The interior is slightly dated but still in wonderful shape. There are no rips or tears to be found. It has a Black Cloth top in good shape with no rips or tears. Side curtains are also included.

2011-10-28 08:11:57 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 10/28/11
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1955-Jaguar-XK140-OTS-Roadster-/350502360617
Current bid $10,100 reserve not met, 4 bids 9 days left in auction.

Previous auction ended at $42,100 reserve not met after 10 bids.

2012-04-27 07:39:22 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 4/27/12
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1955-Jaguar-XK-140-Roadster-/350559777579
Current bid $10,100 reserve not met, 7 bids 9 days left in auction. Car still in Muncie, Indiana. Same description and photos.

2024-12-23 19:03:15 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 1/25

cars.bonhams.com/auction/30558/preview-lot/5965222/1955-jaguar-xk140-ots-roadste ...

Auction description:

The Scottsdale Auction, 25 January 2025

1955 Jaguar XK140 'OTS' Roadster

Chassis no. 810399

Engine no. G 1614-8

3,442cc DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine

2 SU Carburetors

180bhp at 5,500rpm

4-Speed Manual Transmission

Independent Front Suspension - Live Rear Axle

4-Wheel Drum Brakes

*A factory left-hand-drive OTS in its factory colors

*Well-maintained older restoration

*Retains its matching numbers engine block

*Well-suited for touring and regular driving enjoyment

*Offered with a Jaguar-Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate

This handsome XK140 OTS Roadster was completed in December of 1954, leaving the Browns Lane factory finished in cream over red upholstery, as indicated on the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate. It is an original left-hand-drive car, destined for the USA via Hoffman Motors in New York. As a standard model, this car wears seldom-seen factory steel disc wheels with removable spats over the rear arches – which serve to accentuate the XK140's svelte, aerodynamic form.

The subject of an older restoration to near-original specifications and colors, this car has taken on a pleasing character through regular use and care. The red interior is trimmed in authentic leather and vinyl materials, carrying over to the proper red Hardura trunk lining, and black mohair convertible top. Lifting the bonnet reveals the classic XK inline-six and its signature polished alloy cam covers, twin SU carburetors, and porcelain black exhaust manifolds. This car retains its original numbers-matching block per the Heritage Certificate, however, the cylinder head has been changed to a G-series unit from an XK140 SE.

With its appealing character and high degree of authenticity, this XK140 Roadster is a fine choice for rallies, tours, and casual enjoyment – ready to savor all that makes Jaguar's sublime XK one of the greatest sports cars of its time.