2012-09-07 18:55:34 | pauls writes:

Listed in the Sept. 2012 edition of the XK Gazette, Market Observer as having been at auction 8/12.
www.classic-auctions.com/Auctions/08-08-2012-DonningtonPriory-1320/1959JaguarXK1 ...

Auction description:
Lot Number: 40
1959 Jaguar XK150 SE 3.4 Fixed Head Coupe
Current ownership since 1966
Sold For £9,632
Reg Number: Un-Reg
Chassis Number: S824809
Engine Number: V6519-8
Cc: 3442
Body Colour: Dark Green / Primer
Trim Colour: Green
MOT ExpiryDate: None

Originally finished in Dark Green with Green leather upholstery, this particular manual example was first registered as 'JYO 1' on April 10th 1959 to Mrs Florence Collinge of Blackburn. Re-registered as '345 HAJ' when she sold it to Gordon Armstrong (Hull) Ltd some six years later, the Special Equipment model then passed to Donald Forster of Hurworth before entering the current (fourth) ownership during September 1966. Used by the vendor's late husband to commute to and from the family business, a seafront-located butcher's shop, the Jaguar had developed visible rust spots after a year or so. Taken off the road as a consequence, the XK150 was subsequently stripped for restoration. Work progressed slowly and despite some structural repairs not to mention the fitting of new sills, door skins and wings (the front ones being a bespoke commission), the Fixed Head Coupe still requires a considerable amount of refurbishment. On the plus side, it appears to be substantially complete and retains its original 3.4 litre engine (number V6519-8). Coming to market for the first time in forty-six years and showing an unwarranted 58,955 miles to the odometer, this appealing restoration project is accompanied by its original buff logbook and sundry DVLA correspondence dating from 1984.

2017-08-08 22:36:55 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
ckl.co.uk/sales/1959-jaguar-xk150s-fhc-fia/

Sellers description:
1959 Jaguar XK150S FHC FIA

This 1959 XK150S FHC was first registered on April 10th 1959 as 'JYO 1' and was delivered to its first owner in Blackburn. The car would remain in Blackburn for a further 6 years before it was sold to Gordon Armstrong (re-registered as 345 HAJ) who subsequently sold the car to Donald Forster of Hurworth. 345 HAJ would then be sold to a fourth owner in 1966 who would use the car for commuting until rust began to appear a short time after purchase. This would render the car unroadworthy, while restoration was planned, the fourth owner never completed the build.

It wasn't until late 2014 when the current owner started restoration with the aim to create a race-worthy XK which would be suitable for events, such as the XK Challenge. The car was completely stripped back, re-painted to its original 'Olive Green' colour and rebuilt with completely new components that are compatible for the XK Challenge.

345 HAJ would then go on to compete in the 2015 XK challenge and would place 1st in class 3 times, and 2nd in class 3 times. In early 2016 the XK was altered to Appendix K specification which would allow it to compete in the Jaguar Heritage Challenge where it would place 1st in class. It would also place 2nd in class in the 2016 XK Challenge.

This XK150S has a very solid race history with 8 meetings and 8 finishes.

Technical Specifications:
Capacity: 3.8 block, line bored and honed to +40.
Carburettors: x3 2" SU's.
Gearbox: Close ratio 150 mossbox.
Brakes: Adjustable pedal box with twin Girling master cylinders.
Fuel Tank: Aluminium fuel tank by Classic Autos powder coated black and fitted with dip-stick facility.

We are pleased to offer this fantastic example of a knowledgeably restored and race-ready XK150S with a solid racing history.

2022-06-15 11:27:06 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 6/22

www.bonhams.com/auction/27521/lot/349/1959-jaguar-xk150-se-38-litre-coupe-to-fia ...

Lot 349

1959 Jaguar XK150 SE 3.8-Litre Coupé to FIA Appendix K Specification

Registration no. 345 HAJ Chassis no. S824809

Goodwood Festival of Speed Collector's Motor Cars and Automobilia

24 June 2022, 14:00 BST

Chichester, Goodwood

£70,000 - £90,000

• Known ownership history

• Converted to racing specification in 2014

• Successful participant in the XK Challenge and Jaguar Heritage Challenge

• Eight podium finishes out of eight meetings

• FIA HTP valid to December 2027

Bonhams is delighted to offer this beautiful example of a knowledgeably restored and race-ready XK150 SE with an impressive racing history. Originally finished in Olive Green with matching leather upholstery, this manual transmission XK150 was first registered as 'JYO 1' on 10th April 1959 to Mrs Florence Collinge of Blackburn. Re-registered as '345 HAJ' some six years later when she sold it to Gordon Armstrong (Hull) Ltd, the Jaguar then passed to Donald Forster of Hurworth before passing to the fourth owner, Charles Heywood, in September 1966. During their ownership, and as a result of a lack of use, the car was taken off the road. In the subsequent years the car was very slowly restored, but never completed, finally being offered for sale in 2012 and purchased by the previous owner.

It was not until late 2014 that the previous owner started restoration with the aim of creating a competitive race-prepared XK that would be suitable for the incredible array of historic events for which the XK150 is eligible. The car was completely stripped back, repainted to its original Olive Green colour and rebuilt with completely new components that are compatible with the XK Challenge regulations. '345 HAJ' would then go on to compete in the 2015 XK challenge and would place 1st in class on three occasions and 2nd in class three times. In early 2016 the XK was altered to Appendix K specification which allowed it to compete in the Jaguar Heritage Challenge where it would again place 1st in class. It would also place 2nd in class in the 2016 XK Challenge. This XK150S has a highly creditable race history with eight podium finishes out of eight meetings. Its technical specifications are as follows:

3.8-litre cylinder block, line bored and honed to +0.040"

Triple 2" SU carburettors

Close-ratio XK150

Adjustable brake pedal box with twin Girling master cylinders

Aluminium fuel tank by Classic Autos, powder coated black and fitted with dipstick facility

Over the previous four years, the car has been subjected to substantial works and maintenance in the hands of renowned Jaguar and XK specialists, CKL Developments. Invoices are on file totalling circa £158,000 worth of work and preparation during this period and are testament to the cars condition today.

Despite now being in 3.8-litre FIA specification, the original matching numbers 3.4-litre engine and 4-speed moss gearbox accompany the car.

A potential winner in the right hands and eligible for prestigious events such as The Goodwood Revival, Motor Racing Legends, Tour Auto, Modena Cento Ore, Peter Auto Fifties Legends and HRDC, the car is offered with its original buff logbook and FIA HTP valid until 31st December 2027.