Details
1955 3.4-LITRE JAGUAR XK140 COUPE
Registration No. YSU 713
Chassis No. S815100
Engine No. G627685
Engine: six-cylinder in-line, twin overhead camshafts, twin inclined overhead valves per cylinder, 3442cc, bore and stroke 83mm x 106mm giving 210bhp, twin SU carburettors. (Special Equipment model with C-Type head). Transmission: four speed synchromesh except on first. Suspension: independent front with double wishbones, longitudinal torsion bars, anti-roll bar, telescopic shock absorbers, rear, semi-elliptic leaf srings. Brakes: four-wheel hydraulic drum. Wheels and tyres: 16in wire spoke wheels with 6.00 x 16 tyres. Left hand drive.
The Jaguar XK140 was introduced at the London Motor Show in October 1954 to replace the Coventry company's wonderfully received XK120. This new model essentially shared the styling lines of its predecessor as well as the same chassis design. But the XK140 also introduced heavier Mk VII type bumpers and more chromium plate. From the beginning it was available in open two-seater, fixed head coupe and drop head coupe body styles, and the 190bhp engine of the Special Equipment XK120 was adopted as standard together with 3/8in lift camshafts. The C-Type head was available for those who demanded rather more 'grunt' in the Special Equipment model such as on offer today.
Crucially, the XK 140 had its engine repositioned within the chassis frame, moving 3in further forward. This enabled the bulkhead to move forward which provided more cockpit space, and also improved the handling. Another improvement was the adoption of Alford & Adler rack and pinion steering to replace the XK120's Burman recirculating ball system.
This particular Special Equipment model returned from the USA in 1990. The previous owner in New York purchased the car in 1982 where it underwent a total restoration lasting four years. The restoration which was very comprehensive is detailed in a letter from this owner and is available for inspection. When the restoration was completed in 1987 this car took 2nd place in the driven class of the New York Jaguar show and in June 1989 at the same show it took first place.
The car today still appears to be in a very fine condition with a pristine red upholstery and trim, fine woodwork and a smart white exterior. With the amount of time and expense that has been spent on this rare example of the XK range it must surely represent great value for money.
Registration No. YSU 713
Chassis No. S815100
Engine No. G627685
Engine: six-cylinder in-line, twin overhead camshafts, twin inclined overhead valves per cylinder, 3442cc, bore and stroke 83mm x 106mm giving 210bhp, twin SU carburettors. (Special Equipment model with C-Type head). Transmission: four speed synchromesh except on first. Suspension: independent front with double wishbones, longitudinal torsion bars, anti-roll bar, telescopic shock absorbers, rear, semi-elliptic leaf srings. Brakes: four-wheel hydraulic drum. Wheels and tyres: 16in wire spoke wheels with 6.00 x 16 tyres. Left hand drive.
The Jaguar XK140 was introduced at the London Motor Show in October 1954 to replace the Coventry company's wonderfully received XK120. This new model essentially shared the styling lines of its predecessor as well as the same chassis design. But the XK140 also introduced heavier Mk VII type bumpers and more chromium plate. From the beginning it was available in open two-seater, fixed head coupe and drop head coupe body styles, and the 190bhp engine of the Special Equipment XK120 was adopted as standard together with 3/8in lift camshafts. The C-Type head was available for those who demanded rather more 'grunt' in the Special Equipment model such as on offer today.
Crucially, the XK 140 had its engine repositioned within the chassis frame, moving 3in further forward. This enabled the bulkhead to move forward which provided more cockpit space, and also improved the handling. Another improvement was the adoption of Alford & Adler rack and pinion steering to replace the XK120's Burman recirculating ball system.
This particular Special Equipment model returned from the USA in 1990. The previous owner in New York purchased the car in 1982 where it underwent a total restoration lasting four years. The restoration which was very comprehensive is detailed in a letter from this owner and is available for inspection. When the restoration was completed in 1987 this car took 2nd place in the driven class of the New York Jaguar show and in June 1989 at the same show it took first place.
The car today still appears to be in a very fine condition with a pristine red upholstery and trim, fine woodwork and a smart white exterior. With the amount of time and expense that has been spent on this rare example of the XK range it must surely represent great value for money.