2006-03-08 10:15:25 | pauls writes:

Car being restored at:
www.docsjags.com/sales/xks/xks_140s/140s.htm

Sellers description:
#100-1096
OUR MOST UNUSUAL AND EXTRAORDINARY ANNOUNCEMENT IN OUR
20 YEAR HISTORY TO DATE ::::

1956 AND 1957 XK 140 FACTORY MC SE and OVERDRIVE MODEL ROADSTERS (OTS). Only 54 ever made and one of only two known to exist and made originally with ARBOUR GREEN coach work (currently red) and BISCUIT INTERIOR TRIM. THE ONLY OTHER KNOWN TO EXIST WITH THESE OPTIONS AND COLOR COMBINATIONS AND SE FORMAT IS, YES YOU GUESSED IT, COINCIDENTLY IS ALSO WITH DOC'S JAGS FOR RESTORATION AND REBUILD (the 57 is under the sponsorship of the famous L Dickman Jaguar Organization).. WATCH FOR THESE SECOND 140 PICTURES TO FOLLOW SHORTLY.

BOTH S812251DN and S 812811 ARE BEING RESTORED TO ALL ORIGINAL SPECIFICATIONS INCLUDING: BROOKLAND RACING SCREENS (together with original road windscreens), RACING BUCKET SEATS (comes with original seats as well); SAND CAST CARBURETION, MC HIGH PERFORMANCE HEAD; FACTORY OVERDRIVE; FITTED LUGGAGE; CUSTOM TONNEAU; CHROME WIRE WHEELS; FACTORY ORDERED MOSS RACING SHAVED GEARS GEARBOX.

THESE CARS WILL BE MARKETED AS "TWINS' AND WILL BE FEATURED ON THE COVERS OF THE MOST IMPORTANT JAGUAR PUBLICATIONS IN FUTURE MONTHS. PLEASE WATCH THE RESTORATION PROCESS AND PROGRESS ON THIS WEB SITE UNDER ........"RESTORATIONS IN PROGRESS" COMING FOR YOUR VIEWING IN THE VERY NEAR FUTURE. ....... STAY TUNED AS THINGS CONNECTED WITH THIS INCREDIBLE "BRACE" (pair) OF BEAUTIES BEGINS TO DEVELOP BEFORE YOUR VERY EYES. never again

2011-06-16 17:23:46 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
www.europeanvintagecarcompany.com

Sellers description:
colour Arbour Green
interior colour Biscuit
drive LHD
type Cabrio / Roadster
year 1956
Chassis No. S812251DN
price 125.000 USD
VAT No
city Cave Creek, Arizona
country USA
Very rare color combination, Arbour green/ biscuit.This superb XK 140 Roadster MC SE with overdrive has been restored to all original specifications, custom tonneau, chrome wire wheels. One of the best on the market.

2012-01-08 19:24:47 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 1/12
www.russoandsteele.com/collector-car/1956-Jaguar-XK-140/20561

Auction description:
1956 Jaguar XK 140 Roadster
Scottsdale 2012
Consignment # 1611
VIN: S812251DN
Vehicle to be offered for Auction sale January 18th - 22nd, 2012 at Russo and Steele's 12th Annual Scottsdale Arizona Auction.

This Beautiful example was recently the recipient of a full Ground Up Restoration back to Original Specs including the Very Rare Arbour Green over Biscuit color Scheme Complete with factory correct Wire Wheels. Said to be one of 8 cars produced in this color with left hand drive it truly is a sight to see. With the complete nut and bolt restoration completed just 18 months ago this example has traveled only 160 Miles since the restoration when the Odometer was reset to match the condition of the car as NEW.

Under the Hood is the beautiful inline 6 Cylinder 3.4 Liter Engine complete with C-Type Head and Dual S.U. Carburetors paired to the factory 4 Speed Manual Transmission with Overdrive.

Vehicle Specs:
Model: Jaguar XK140 3.4 Litre
Date of Manufacture: 22nd March 1956
Body Style: LHD OTS
Chassis Number: S812251 DN
Engine Number: G7276 8S
Gearbox Number: JLE34170
Body Number: F12318
Transmission: Manual with Overdrive
Exterior Colour: Green
Trim Colour: Biscuit
Soft Top Colour: Sand
Original Dealer: Jaguar Cars New York
Date of Dispatch: 4th April 1956

This Jaguar is ready for a new home and for the Show or Rally circuit if you are so inclined, sure to be a big hit with all Jaguar Enthusiasts for both its unique color combo and the attention to detail in the restoration!