2005-12-01 08:53:42 | Francis Pearce writes:

It is now fitted with a 3.8 bottom end - Head is original.

2004/5/6 undergone full mechanical rebuild including engine, clutch, brakes, suspension, etc.
Fitted 16" Kenlowe, catch tank, eleectronic ignition, power steering, alternator, Facit fuel pump.
Total new interior in 2005.

2009-05-06 16:45:15 | Francis Pearce writes:

Bare metal respray and refurbishment of body metal undertaken over Winter 2008/09. Resprayed same colour (ie BRG).
Wood dash, door cappings and new door trim fitted at same time. New Chrome items/ rechroming of a number of parts also done.
Full top engine overhaul udertaken to remedy poor work undertaken 3 years earlier.

2023-07-01 06:13:32 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1959-jaguar-xk150-coupe-ndGLbg

1959 Jaguar XK150 coupe

Colour Green

Odometer 54,580 Miles

Engine size 3800

Auction DetailsSeller Type Private

Town Chichester, Sussex, United Kingdom, previously Old Malton, North Yorkshire

Restored between 2004 and 2005 to a very good standard

Now equipped with electronic ignition, an alternator and hydraulic power steering

Accompanied by a substantial history file, as well as various invoices and MOT certificates

Said to be running and driving impeccably - with an MOT test valid until June 2024

Original UK right-hand drive example, unlike the many which are US left to right conversions

First registered in May 1959 in Manchester

Accompanied by a substantial history file

Numerous invoices for past work, parts and servicing

Collection of old MOT certificates

MOT valid until June 2024 - although exempt

V5C and period logbooks present

Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate

Various paperwork relating to the Jaguar Enthusiasts’ Club

Photographic evidence of the 1982 engine swap

Subject to a comprehensive rolling restoration between 2004 and 2005 

The Interior

Presented in very good condition 

Bucket seats upholstered in green leather

Wooden dashboard and door sill covers

Smart carpeting and headlining

A later radio accompanies the car, but is not currently fitted

We adore how this Jaguar’s interior is upholstered in green to complement the paintwork. It’s in great condition too, accruing some gentle wear with use, but certainly nothing excessive. 

The leather seats look fantastic and present really well. There’s hardly any wear to the bolsters besides some gentle sagging and we didn’t notice anything in the way of damage. We’re pleased to report that more modern Securon seat belts have been installed, which is a wise decision in a car of this vintage.

There’s not much wear to the carpeting either and the headlining looks to be in wonderful order. The door trims are smart, as is the inside of the capacious boot. As for the trim, all appears in fine condition, with smart woodwork adorning the dashboard and sill covers. The vendor informs us that all the instruments and switches work as they should, and they point out that a more modern DIN Clarion radio (complete with bracket) is supplied with the car for the next owner to install if they wish. We note that there are already speakers fitted to the rear parcel shelf.

The Exterior 

Attractive green paintwork

‘Knock-off’ wire wheels painted in body colour

Very presentable chromework - including badge bar

With immensely smart bodywork and paint, this XK150 really looks the part and we’ve always admired the Coupé's elegant flowing lines. This example is finished in a fantastic colour scheme which looks perfect next to the chrome of the bumpers and various trim pieces. 

It is very straight down the sides and we didn’t see any evidence of corrosion. The vendor points out a small finish crack to the inside of the passenger door pillar and slight marks in the paint above the boot lid and windscreen. Other than that, there are very few imperfections and the car continues to shine. 

We’re informed that the underside was periodically wax treated which has clearly paid dividends as a quick inspection suggests it to still be in great order. The wire wheels are delightful and we like how the chromed spinners offset the body colour painted spokes - an aesthetic which looks distinctly motorsport-inspired to our eyes. All the tyres are said to be in good order with ample tread remaining.

The Mechanics 

3.8-litre XK engine (replaced in 1982)

Four-speed manual gearbox

Equipped with electronic ignition, an alternator and hydraulic power steering, along with a more modern 12 volt electrical system with an electric fan

Around £4,000 has reportedly been spent on the renewal of various oil seals

At the heart of many a classic Jaguar lies the inimitable XK straight-six and this XK150 has it in 3.8-litre form. Replaced in 1982, this unit is said to be in really good mechanical order, running well with no issues to report. Everything presents really well under the bonnet and you can see the additional electronic fan which has been installed very neatly. 

The electrical system is now a more modern 12 volt setup which apparently works well in conjunction with an alternator in place of the original dynamo. Around £4,000 has reportedly been spent on the renewal of various oil seals and we understand the car to be ready to drive, with its MOT until June 2024. Power steering makes manoeuvring far easier and the electronic ignition system is sure to help with starting and smooth running.