2023-04-09 00:10:56 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 6/22

collectingcars.com/for-sale/1957-jaguar-xk150-coupe-1

Auction description:

Originally a left-hand drive example, this US-market 1957 XK150 was professionally converted to right-hand drive by its first Australian owner, Colac-based Ford dealer Don Quinton, in the late 1960s. 

It was fully overhauled in 2013, with the engine removed and refreshed and a new clutch installed. 

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES 

Now based in Victoria, this XK150 has been a regular at historic motor sport meetings in recent years, often making trips from South Australia to attend Historic Winton and the iconic Phillip Island Classic. 

The car is finished in black over a red leather-trimmed interior, contrasted by a wood-rimmed Moto-Lita steering wheel, a wooden gear knob, and a light grey leather-covered instrument panel. 

It rides on a set of 15-inch polished wire wheels with two-eared knock-off hub nuts, shod in Hankook Optimo K715 tyres at the rear, and new Vitour Galaxy R1 items at the front. 

The original Texas bill of sale and Jaguar XK150 service manual will accompany the car, along with a handwritten receipt for work completed in April 2013. 

CONDITION 

There is no known bodywork damage or accident history. 

The black paintwork is in fair overall condition, proudly wearing a patina earned by way of being a well-used and long-distance tourer. It recently received a stage two paint correction to make the most of its current condition. 

The finish has dulled somewhat and presents with some swirling, as well as several scuff marks around the body and various areas of cracked paintwork, particularly on the boot lid and roof. The bonnet also features several small cracks. 

The red leather-trimmed interior is very smart and presents well following a recent shampoo and detail, however the red finish of the driver’s seat has worn through in some places, there is wear on the carpet in the driver’s footwell, and there are various marks, scuffs, and blemishes on both door cards. 

There are no known mechanical or electrical faults, and everything works as designed, including the wipers, lights and horn. 

SERVICE HISTORY 

This XK150 was treated to a substantial mechanical overhaul in April 2013 at an indicated 3,795 miles. The work completed is listed below. 

Remove engine and replace clutch, pressure plate and thrust bearing 

Overhaul cylinder head, replace valves 

New clutch slave cylinder 

Replace front gearbox seal 

New fuel pump 

Radiator re-cored 

Fit new hi-torque starter motor 

Tidy up wiring 

New battery cable 

Replace oil pressure gauge & line 

Replace steering rack and tie rod rubbers 

Fit new air cleaners 

New bonnet release and choke cable 

Sound deadener fitted throughout 

Fit new carpet underfelt 

Overhaul and re-wire wipers 

Fit heater vents and ducting 

Fix interior lights 

Remove door trims and adjust window runners and door locks 

Exhaust boxes replaced 

Solid state ignition fitted 

Service diff oil 

Replace gearbox oil 

SUMMARY 

Presented in a handsome colour scheme, this 1957 Jaguar XK150 FHC is a wonderfully characterful car that wears its history proudly. A regular at major Australian historic motor sport events in recent years and offered in fine mechanical health following a previous overhaul, this elegant classic would make a fine candidate for further cosmetic restoration, as well as a usable and head-turning companion for car shows and sunny weekend drives alike.

2023-04-09 08:46:09 | mbarnett writes:

Bill of Sale seems to be from an XK 150 S 830157 which is a March 1958 car. Not in the data base.

Also 834343 is an Aug 1957 car and engine has been changed to an S spec with triple 2inch SU carbs and Straight port head.

No new engine numbers provided other than original engine V-1448-8.