2015-09-24 20:57:27 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction
www.bonhams.com/auctions/22793/lot/212/

Auction description:
Lot 212
1958 Jaguar XK150 3.4-Liter Roadster
Chassis no. S830831
Engine no. V4419-8
US$ 55,000 - 65,000
£36,000 - 43,000
Auction 22793:
Preserving the Automobile
An Auction at the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum
5 Oct 2015 14:00 EDT
Philadelphia, Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

This highly original XK150 has a wonderful look to it. Finished in a handsome dark red over a deeply patinated black interior, this XK150 has a charming look that just can't be duplicated in restoration. This well-known Connecticut car has finally emerged from many years of hibernation. In the same ownership for much of its life, the Jag had not seen the light of day for decades. It was recently lightly recommissioned and made running but will still need some sorting prior to regular road use.

The car's overall condition is quite remarkable. The paint shows a few areas where it has been polished through or is flaking, but in general it is a complete example and in good order. The dashboard is remarkable, and the trunk shows the original mat and paneling. Equally, the engine bay looks largely original and correct. The black leather upholstery - though not perfect - is extremely appealing and generally solid and sound. The dash even sports an original period radio.

True survivor cars like this XK150 are difficult to find. To discover one that has been so well maintained and pampered is very rare indeed. The collecting community is appreciating cars with this sort of unrepeatable patina more and more, as they stand out from the throngs of restored examples; authenticity can be neither recreated nor restored.

Always prized for their looks and road manners, XK150s have become particularly desirable in the last few years. The market always has a few restored examples but a survivor like this one rarely find their way to the market. This XK150 represents a great opportunity indeed.

2015-11-20 04:39:17 | pauls writes:

Sold for US$ 57,200 inc. premium