Vehicle Description
1959 XK150 3.8 S Drophead RHD
This extremely rare 1959 XK150 S, 3.8 Litre Drophead Coupe is one
of just 69 produced by Jaguar in right hand drive.
Built in the last days of 1959 it was registered OVL150 and
delivered to its first owner, a Lincoln-based company by the name
of Jackson Hardware Ltd, just prior to Christmas. The next change
of ownership saw the car move to Coventry where it was acquired by
Ben Martin in 1964. A little over a year later Mr Martin sold the
car to John Ward, who worked for the famous Patrick Collection for
many years. During this time the car saw limited, careful use which
undoubtedly contributed to its excellent state of preservation.
After Martin's death in 1980 the car was retained by the museum
until it was sold in 1994 to Bernie Ecclestone who kept it for the
next two years as part of his private collection. In 1996 the car
moved, via a Mr Neville Johnson, to Mr David Stanley who maintained
the Jaguar regardless of cost. Recently acquired by JD Classics
from its last owner this fabulous XK150 still retains a totally
original interior including irreplaceable original carpets and
original leather seats. The paint was renewed (to the factory
original Mist Grey) during a sensitive and partial restoration in
2004 which also involved a professional engine overhaul.
Accordingly the car presents beautifully with a wonderful patina to
the interior, excellent paintwork and exceptional mechanicals. It
comes with a full history and a comprehensive photo album detailing
the engine rebuild and re-paint. As such it provides an excellent
opportunity to acquire an original UK supplied car with a genuine
mileage of 49000 miles from new and limited number of owners, which
included Bernie Ecclestone. It features 16'' Chromed Wire Wheels,
factory limited slip differential, 4 speed manual gearbox with
overdrive, original tool roll and recent new hood in French Grey.
All Numbers Match the vehicle's factory data sheet. Possibly one of
the best factory original specification XK150 S Drophead Coupes.
Please contact us for further details.
