2006-01-16 22:17:21 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '04
http://www.rmauctions.com/AuctionResults.cfm?SaleCode=MB04#

Auction description:
Vintage Motor Cars at Meadow Brook
Saturday, July 31, 2004
1956 Jaguar XK 140MC Roadster

ESTIMATE: $75,000 - $90,000
CHASSIS NO: S812056

Fromerly the Property of Briggs cunningham and a 1993 JCNA National Champion
160hp 442cc twin overhead cam inline six-cylinder engine, four-speed transmission with electronic overdrive, torsion bar independent front suspension and four-wheel disc brakes. Wheelbase: 96"

This Olde English white with red leather example is understood to have once belonged to noted race car driver, enthusiast and collector Mr. Briggs Cunningham. It is in excellent overall condition as it was the recipient of a body-off, frame-up restoration by Jack LeClaire that left nothing to chance. Stripped to bare metal and subsequently resprayed this Jaguar is utterly breathtaking and highly correct. The current owner and collector informs us that this specific XK 140MC has always had a successful show history and was featured as one of the six cars displayed at the 1992 Eyes on the Classics show. Additionally, it was a 1993 JCNA National Champion, repeating yet again in 1994 as the JCNA Class Champion.

With its Dayton wire wheels and Connolly leather interior the XK 140 offered here is an attractive example that is a very fit running car. With its high performance C-Type heads and dual exhaust this highly presentable XK 140MC is not to be missed as few cars offer such a unique pedigree and provenance.

2010-03-21 09:45:32 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 3/21/10
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-XK-140-1956-Jaguar-XK-140-White-Red-4-Speed-PERFE ...
Opening bid $90,000, no reserve, no bids yet 5 days left in auction. Car now said to be in Novi, Michigan. 32k miles.

Sellers description:
1956 Jaguar XK140 is in immaculate condition inside and out. White with red interior, this XK has been restored with great detail and shows off how amazing these cars were. It is well documented, including detailed reciepts, build info, and the steps taken to recreating the spirit of the XK140, which was a land speed record holder at 141.51mph at Jabbeke, Belgium. This is a commemorative car built by Jaguar in honor of the record holder. Featured at the Meadowbrook Concourse De Elegance, this XK140 is in proper working condition. This Jag has been professionally sorted out, maintained, and stored. Items include operational overdrive, "S" head, power wipers, functional heat, and side curtains to match immaculate black convertible top.

Body # - F12122
Engine # - G67978-S
VIN - S8122056DN

Seller is: Kip Sheward Motorsports
7891 Lochlin Dr
Brighton, MI 48116

2010-04-01 10:25:03 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 4/1/10
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-XK-140-1956-Jaguar-XK-140-White-Red-4-Speed-PERFE ...
Opening bid $85,000, no reserve, no bids yet 6 days left in auction.

Previous auction received no bids.

2010-04-12 07:58:56 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 4/12/10
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-XK-140-1956-Jaguar-XK-140-White-Red-4-Speed-PERFE ...
Opening bid $85,000, no reserve, no bids yet 3 days left in auction.

Previous auction received no bids.