2026-06-06 10:36:14 | pauls writes:

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1961 Jaguar XK150 3.8 Special Equipment (SE) Drophead Coupe (LHD) w/ Borg-Warner Automatic - 32k Miles, One-Family Owned, Matching Numbers

This left-hand-drive Jaguar XK150 3.8 Drophead Coupe is a one-family-owned example from new showing just 32,000 original miles. Finished in Cornish Grey over a professionally restored Grey leather interior with matching carpets and trim, the car presents as an excellent, well-sorted casual show candidate and a strong driver. A quality repaint was completed a number of years ago, and while a minor shade variation is visible on the drivers side, the overall presentation remains impressive and consistent with a carefully maintained, enjoyed example rather than an over-restored trailer queen.

Power comes from a matching-numbers 3.8-liter XK inline-six paired with a Borg-Warner automatic transmission, and the undercarriage is described as solid and original with no known structural repairs, no cover-ups, and documented winter storage throughout long-term ownership. A Jaguar Heritage Certificate will accompany the sale and confirms the original factory configuration, identification numbers, colors, and dispatch details.

Highlights

One-family owned since new

32,000 original miles

Matching numbers throughout (chassis, engine, gearbox, body)

Jaguar Heritage Certificate included

Cornish Grey exterior over Grey interior with Black hood (soft top)

Professionally restored interior in correct leather, carpets, and trim

New convertible top installed during interior restoration

Well cared for and sorted strong driver; excellent casual-show presentation

Solid, honest underside with no known repairs required; always stored during winter months

Factory Identification (per Jaguar Heritage Certificate)

Make/Model: Jaguar XK150 3.8 litre

Body style: Drophead coup, left-hand drive

Date of manufacture: 21 December 1959

Date of dispatch: 5 January 1960

Chassis: S838589BW (Special Equipment; Borg-Warner automatic)

Engine: VA1381-8

Body: P8102

Gearbox: JBX1588

Exterior paint: Cornish Grey

Interior trim: Light Blue

Hood (soft top): Blue

Original distributor: Jaguar Cars, New York, USA

Original dealer: Not recorded

Condition & Presentation

The car is best described as a high-quality driver with overall excellent cosmetics and a standout interior. The paintwork remains glossy and attractive with good overall fit and finish; a minor panel shade variation is visible on the drivers side. The interior restoration is a strong point of the car, with high-quality leather, carpet, and trim, and the convertible top was replaced at that time. The car has been carefully maintained and stored during winter months, and the underside is noted to be clean and original in appearance.

Driving Experience

The 3.8-liter XK engine provides classic Jaguar smoothness and torque, and the Borg-Warner automatic makes the car particularly easy to enjoy in modern traffic and on relaxed touring drives. This example is positioned for an enthusiast who wants an XK150 that can be driven and shown locally with confidence.

Included with the Sale

Jaguar Heritage Certificate

Documentation supporting long-term ownership and care (as available)

Additional photos and details available upon request

VIN: S838589BW