2005-12-06 06:28:30 | RIGLET writes:

I do'nt know the story of this car,
particulary in States.
Some body can me help ?
Thank you in advance
Regards Louis

2024-02-06 08:41:32 | pauls writes:

Car is at auction 2/24

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1955-jaguar-xk140-ots-nd1594

Auction description:

1955 Jaguar XK120

Colour White

Odometer 4,285 Kilometres

Engine size 3400

Auction DetailsSeller Type Private

Town Nouvelle Aquitaine

Country France

Authentic factory colour scheme

Carefully optimised mechanics

Rebuilt 3.4-litre engine with matching numbers

Extensive history file with closely recorded work

Rare and sought-after XK140 OTS model

Produced by Browns Lane on 22 March 1955

Exported to the USA from the factory

Car no. 1,204 of 3,281 left-hand drive XK140 OTS models built

Jaguar Certificate of Authenticity confirms specification

The car retains its original colour scheme, Old English White on Black, as it left the factory

Supplied from factory with Moss gearbox with DeNormanville overdrive

Huge restoration file and photographic record, some of which is visible in the photos

Original factory manual

Very detailed description of the vehicle by the seller in photos

Colorado Certificate of Title dated 21 August 1995

French registration documents

Six spiral-bound workshop manuals

Extensive but meticulous modifications to improve reliability

Seller states that modifications are easily reversible if buyer wishes

Appropriate "140" number plate

Condition

Retains its correct factory colour scheme, Old English White over black leather

The bodywork has been restored and is in excellent condition

The underside is also well presented

Well maintained interior with black leather seats and console

MWS 5.5 inch 60 spoke wheels fitted

16-inch Michelin Englebert Competition tyres

Full tool kit in the boot

It's obvious from any of the photos of this car that it belongs to an enthusiast. It retains its correct factory colour scheme - Old English White on black - and is in superb condition inside and out. The originality extends to the factory plaque commemorating the fact that the XK140 OTS was closely associated with contemporary speed records.

The body and underbody are in excellent condition, as is the paintwork. The car is fitted with MWS 60-spoke wheels with vintage specification Michelin tyres.

The Mechanics

XK 3.4 litre engine which has been overhauled and has matching numbers

Jaguar Mk2 JCN fully synchronised gearbox with ratios similar to the original.

Retains original gearbox cover

Equipped with C-type overdrive unit

Front axle fitted with EZ Power Assist for improved low-speed manoeuvrability

Rack and pinions refurbished by specialist Kiley Clinton in the UK

Rear axle retains original pinion and gearing with Mk2 self-locking differential

Custom stainless steel exhaust with large 2-inch diameter

Adjustable Koni shock absorbers

Suspension bearings replaced

Full wiring and relays added while retaining correct factory positive polarity

XK150 front disc brakes with Girling 3-piston calipers

Drum brakes retained at the rear with pressure limiter to manage balance

Work on the engine and transmission includes :

Crankshaft nitrided to increase hardness, then balanced

Braided seals on the rear bearing replaced by two lip seals

Weight-balanced connecting rod and piston assemblies

XJ6 connecting rods

Modern 3-ring pistons

Fluid damper to replace Metalastik rubber damper

Custom aluminium crankshaft pulley

Mk2 flywheel thicker and lighter than standard unit

AP Lockheed high capacity diaphragm clutch

4.2 litre water pump for 20% better flow

GMV suction system for improved cooling

Rob Beere gear oil pump for 20% more flow

Oil cooler in front of the engine with spacer kit and LS582 cartridge filter

Polished cylinder head intake and exhaust ducts

Sintered steel seats and stellite valves to allow the use of unleaded petrol

Increased exhaust valve diameters

Cast iron valve guides replaced by brass guides and viton valve stem seals

Timing chain replaced by hydraulic tensioner instead of leaf springs

SU H6 carburettors completely refurbished

LCS transistorised fuel pump

New fuel tank with epoxy interior treatment to prevent corrosion

123 ignition

Bluetooth distributor with electronic module for adjusting the advance curve

Black silicone wire spark plug harness

Dynamo replaced by an alternator, while retaining the same aesthetic appearance

Modern starter added to improve operation and save weight

Battery cut-off switch added

New master cylinder

This XK140 may look factory standard, but the extensive list of improvements carefully builds on the standard specification to create a car that is much more fun to drive, and reliable. The seller tells us that all the modifications can easily be rolled back to the basic version, but on close inspection of the clever improvements made, we wonder why you'd want to do that. They've all been added with the aim of improving this car, taking an already very capable car to the next level.

The work is documented in a huge history file - including invoices and photographs - and six spiral-bound workshop manuals allow any buyer to refer to the work done if they need to.