2012-07-30 07:23:38 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 7/30/12
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1959-Jaguar-XK150-FHC-/200799758829
Car has a buy it now price of $65,000 for 6 days.

Sellers description:
Matching chassis no. S5835082 and engine no. V 2520-8 fixed head coupe in original black over red interior. Actual mileage is unknown but hardly matters as most everything has been rebuilt or replaced.

History since purchase:
After purchase in September 2005 from Northside Sportscar in Lake Bluff, Illinois for $29,995, a 5-year restoration to a very high level "driver" standard was undertaken. The interior and trunk areas were completely stripped as was the engine compartment save for the engine, which was not removed. The underside of the car was also completely stripped save for the gearbox. The engine and gearbox were left in the car as both were in very good working order. The engine was reported by Northside to have been rebuilt approximately 6k miles prior to purchase. Also, the car had received a new clutch assembly by Northside prior to the current owner's purchase.

After stripping the car as noted above, all the compartments as well as the underside/chassis/fender wells were meticulously cleaned of all glue, dirt, grease and road dirt. Only surface rust was encountered in that process and was treated first with rust converter, than painted with Eastwood Rust Encapsulator before being over coated with Eastwood Chassis Black. Both wood floorboards were replaced with new parts from XK Unlimited ("XK") and resealed. The transmission cowl was cleaned and painted and the underside was covered with an expensive zero clearance aluminized heat shield product. The spare tire well and the cover above the rearend were removed, painted and resealed. The aforementioned heat shield was also applied to the cockpit side of the fire wall. Radiant heat transfer to the cockpit was eliminated. While cosmetic appearance was a priority, the primary emphasis was placed on the suspension, brakes and driveline in order to achieve a solid and reliable driver.

Suspension/Steering:
· The steering rack was rebuilt by Predator Performance using XK's Rack Rebuild Kit

· Both upper and lower ball joints were replaced

· Predator installed XK's Poly Bushing Set in the front suspension

· The hub bearings/seals were replaced

· New Gaz adjustable shocks were installed at all four corners

· Rear spring bushings and hardware was replaced with new

· New U-bolts/nuts and wood wedges were installed to mate springs to rear axle

· Rear outer axle bearings were removed, inspected and new seals were installed

Braking System:
· All four calipers were rebuilt/sleeved by Apple Hydraulics

· All four rotors were replaced with new

· New brake pads were installed on all four corners

· All solid and rubber brake lines were replaced with new

· Brake master cylinder replaced with new

· Brake and clutch pedals were re-bushed

Wheels/Tires:
· Chrome wire wheels were thoroughly cleaned and polished (look to be new)

· Installed new Vredestein 185HR16 tires and tubes on all 4 corners and spare wheel

· Cleaned and lubed knockoff hubs

Engine/Drive Train:
· Engine thoroughly cleaned and painted

· Water pump rebuilt

· Front main seal replaced with updated version

· Pan gasket and hardware replaced

· Front chain cover gasket replaced

· Cam cover gaskets and seals replaced

· Spark plugs replaced with new

· New period correct plug wires ("Champion") and sheath installed

· Cam oil lines replace with new stainless steel flex lines

· Distributor replaced with new Pertronix pointless unit

· Coil replaced with new Pertronix unit

· All radiator hoses replaced

· Upper and lower external solid water cooling tubes replaced with new

· Stock radiator replaced with new aluminum type with electric fan

· Generator rebuilt/new belt

· Motor mounts replaced with new heavy duty type

· Carburetor shafts replaced/bushed by Apple Hydraulics and SU rebuild kits installed

· Electric choke works with toggle switch in cockpit

· Replaced stock air cleaner with new individual round air cleaners

· Fuel lines replaced with new, correct copper lines from tank to carbs

· New square type petrol pump installed

· Fram Filter housing/filter installed between pump and carbs on right firewall

· Clutch master and slave cylinder replaced with new

· Driveshaft u-joints replaced with new

· Fuel tank treated inside with Eastwood resealing kit and cleaned/painted outside

· Fuel filler hose replaced with new.

· Cork gasket on fuel door replaced with new

· Powder coated exhaust manifolds and installed new gaskets and retaining nuts

· Replaced entire dual exhaust system with new stainless steel type including SS clamps

· Replaced all exhaust hangers with new

Interior/Trunk:
· Upholstery largely reused in both interior and trunk as condition was very good

· Driver and passenger seats were professionally reconditioned

· Replaced shifter knob with reproduction aluminum "C" type

· Replaced piping abound door and rear quarter windows with new

· Added manual switch for electric choke

· Added switch for driving lights

· Powder coated seat frames

· Added period correct lap belts

· Had tachometer rebuilt

· Replaced all dash light bulbs with new

· Replaced instrument cluster panel thumb screws with new

· All upholstery, carpets, and trim thoroughly cleaned, treated and polished as applicable

Body:
· Windows out; doors, decklids and fenders off $8,000 bare metal repaint by Mirek's European in original black, conservatively 8 out of 10

· New fender welting installed

· Complete new body rubber and grommet kits from XK installed

· Fender wells re-undercoated with Eastwood's Rubberized Undercoating

· New front and rear windscreen chrome trim installed

· New pillar chrome installed

· New chrome rain gutter trim installed

· New chrome headlight trim installed

· New front parking lights installed

· New red turn signal bezels installed

· New front and rear badges installed

· New gas tank door lock assembly installed

· Verticals in radiator grill powder coated burgundy to match interior

· New door handle buttons installed

· New door striker plates installed

· Driver and passenger door hinges re-bushed

· Rear turn signal housings re-chromed and new lenses installed

· Period correct Lucas backup lights added

· Period correct Lucas driving lights added

· Brass screens for side vents polished and clear coated

· New period correct fender mirrors added

The vast majority of the new parts came from XK Unlimited. The fuel pump came from SNG Barrett Group and a few parts came from Moss Motors. The hardware (i.e. bolt, washers, nuts) came from Fastenal as fine thread grade 8.



SUMMARY:
This 150 was restored with drivability in mind but the need to make it a head-turner was not overlooked. The shiny black finish with the dark red grill and interior make it stand out in a crowd of similar era cars. The heavy 150 bumpers were left off the car to give it a sportier/rally look; however, the original bumpers, overrides', and new body boots come with the sale as do the original radiator, distributor, and air cleaner assembly for those that want to have it bone stock. This is not a concours restoration but it is a very high level driver with no excuses in the latter regard. The car is meant to be driven proudly.

2012-08-07 07:00:20 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 8/7/12
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1959-Jaguar-XK150-FHC-/200803517371
Car has a buy it now price of $60,000 for 6 days.

Previous auction received no offers.

2012-08-18 07:06:06 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 8/18/12
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1959-Jaguar-XK150-FHC-/200807789230
Car has a buy it now price of $60,000 for 6 days.

Previous auction received no offers.

2014-02-28 10:32:04 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 2/28/14
www.gearsmotorsports.com/Gallery%20Viewer/59xk150214.html

This rare survivor was, in addition, completely restored by its previous owner of 9 years. Stored in a climate controlled environment and to my knowledge, having loving owners, has not been in the rain since restoration. The car includes additional parts (below), documentation and receipts of restoration/services as well as affidavit and overview of restoration.

The car is on display on the dealerships showroom floor. She of course gets far more attention than any of the exotics on display . . . regardless of make or price point.

Records and receipts include restoration documentation with previous owners vested costs for same as well as a letter of Affidavit re complete restoration to include, but not limited to: Complete body restoration - Refinish to bare metal, new: Rubber, Chrome, Full leather interior, original period Carpets, Complete mechanical restoration of Engine, Transmission, clutch, full brake and suspension. She's exudes perfection right down to the period correct details. Previous owner removed heavier original bumpers and installed "rally" style additions. Original chrome bumpers are with the car

This is a rare find and there are no issues with this highly sought Jaguar. Yes, the car, interior and engine bay is that clean. In the operations of a well respected remarketing firm in the European/exotics business for over 14 years this is one of the most perfect XK150's we have ever experienced at this price point

Auction includes many (boxed and shown in last image) original and or additional Parts including:

· Additional Original Grille - Requires Re-plating

· Original Distributor and Coil

· Assortment of new small extra parts i.e. body and bumper rubber seals

· Original (functional) Radiator and Fan/Pulley Assy

· Original Front and Rear Bumpers, F&R guards or Bumperette's and Black Finished Plinth Boards

· Additional Chrome and Trim Pieces Including vintage Originals

This is as we say in the industry a "real car". This being said it will only be shipped enclosed to insure safe arrival to its now home . . . .if you see this as just another car . . . please don't buy it.