1955 Jaguar XK 140

The Jaguar XK140 was launched at the 1954 London Motor Show as the successor to the Jaguar XK120. Available in three body styles fixed head coupe, drophead coupe and roadster. Whilst the 140 was similar in design to the outgoing model it was considerably more refined. Upgrades included more interior space with three inches extra leg room for taller drivers, improved brakes, rack and pinion steering, increased suspension travel, telescopic shock absorbers, close ratio gearbox and subtle bodywork changes including a wider radiator grille, new rear lights incorporating flashing indicators and larger bumpers to the front and rear.

The Jaguar XK140 Drop Head Coupe upgraded to 3.8 litre offered here at Autostorico was first registered on 14th December 1955 as 156JRF ‘Chassis No: 807248.’ Supplied new by Hewitts Garage, Stourbridge to its first owner Mr Thomas Nicklin of Stourbridge, Worcestershire, this genuine home market car is finished in Regency Red with Tan leather interior. This stunning example has been fully restored and sympathetically upgraded by marque specialist Twyford Moors Jaguar. Works included a bare metal respray, mechanical overhaul along with fitting a five-speed gearbox for more relaxed high speed touring. Other features include an Alloy radiator along with header tank, Kenlowe fan, upgraded starter motor, 16” chrome wire wheels, Nardi wood rim steering wheel with power steering, front and rear disc brake conversion, Unleaded fuel cylinder head ported and polished, alternator conversion, battery cut off switch, full stainless steel exhaust system and fitted luggage.