Cars And Trucks Made In 1953
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1953 Jaguar XK 120M Roadster
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September 17, 2008
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Type Listing
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$84,700.00
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Auction Results
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Offered For Sale at the:
RM Auction - Vintage Motor Cars at Meadow Brook Hall
August 6, 2005, Auburn Hills, Michigan
RM Auctions
One Classic Car Drive
Blenheim, Ontario
N0P 1A0 Canada
Phone: 519-352-4575
Website: www.rmauctions.com
1953 Jaguar XK 120M Roadster
LOT: 061
Estimate: $55,000-$85,000 US
Chassis No. S674089
AUCTION RESULTS: Lot was Sold at a price of $84,700
Single Ownership for the Last 17 Years
160hp 3,442cc twin overhead cam inline six-cylinder engine with four-speed transmission and torsion bar independent front suspension and four-wheel drum brakes. Wheelbase: 96"
There is no doubt that since the XK 120 was introduced to the world Jaguar has never looked back. The XK 120 took the world by storm, not only in Europe, but also in North America where the Jaguar name soon became an enviable household brand name. The XK 120 was in fact the fastest production car in the world. This, coupled with its moderate selling price, ensured its future and it has not to this day lost any of its unique desirability. The Jaguar XK 120 is a true work of modern art that has continually inspired hobbyists and collectors for the last five decades.
This stunning example comes to auction from a very meticulous Jaguar enthusiast who has had several Jaguars over the years. Most impressively, this 1953 XK 120 Roadster has remained in its gentleman owner’s collection for the past 17 years. Although in beautiful condition when purchased, the enthusiast owner was not satisfied until it was perfect. The vendor undertook a complete restoration including complete disassembly and stripping to the bare metal and the vehicle was found to have absolutely no rust. The XK 120 was then subsequently completely refinished to concours standards.
The interior is completely new including trunk, using correct black Connoly hides, Wilton carpets and correct lining and sound deadening materials. The roadster was treated to a new top, side screens and tonneau cover using premium English double duck pure cotton material.
Mechanically the car has been completely serviced and rebuilt as necessary, including engine disassembly with some of the rebuilding including new cylinder heads, cam shafts as well as several other major mechanical components ensuring its proper and expected operating condition.
This Jaguar is understood to run, drive and perform beautifully. The owner reports that absolutely no fillers were used in place of metalwork. This is a superb example of Jaguar’s XK 120 and will undoubtedly be a pleasure to own for many years to come as it has been
for its current long time owner.
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1953 Jaguar XK 120M Roadster
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