Vehicle Description
EXCELLENT RED/BLACK COLOR COMBINATIONJCNA 99.79 POINT NUMBERS
MATCHING EXAMPLECOMPREHENSIVE, AWARD-WINNING PROFESSIONAL
RESTORATION180 HP 3.4L DOHC 6-CYLINDER ENGINE/4-SPEED
GEARBOXLATE-PRODUCTION, ORIGINAL SE SOLD NEW TO CALIFORNIAINCLUDES
SOFT TOP, SIDE CURTAINS, TONNEAU, SPARE & TOOLSINCLUDES JDHT
CERTIFICATE & JCNA JUDGING/AWARD SHEETSACCOMPANIED BY PRINT AND CD
HANDBOOKSHIGHLY COLLECTIBLE AND ENJOYABLE SPORTING ICON From its
landmark debut at the 1948 London Motor Show, Jaguars XK120 forever
changed the motoring world and went on to become one of the most
influential sports cars of all time. Delivering performance that
remains impressive even by todays jaded standards, the XK120
redefined Jaguar as a constructor of some of the most desirable
automobiles on either side of the Atlantic. Incredible, considering
the car itself was an afterthought, intended only as an
attention-grabbing showcase for Jaguars new XK DOHC 6-cylinder
powerplant introduced at the 1948 London Motor Show! Maintaining
the XK120s competitive edge in racing and showroom sales, the SE or
Special Equipment package (designated M for Modified in America)
was first available in 1951 and through 1954 when the XK140
arrived. Engine output rose to 180 HP with a pair of high-lift
cams; other upgrades included wire-spoke wheels, auxiliary driving
lamps, overdrive, and from May 1953, a lightened flywheel for
quicker engine response. Accompanied by its corresponding JDHT
(Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust) certificate, this late-production
1954 Jaguar XK120 SE Roadster was built on 16 July 1954.
Interesting late-production items include the curved handbrake
lever, flat horn button, and flatter seats yielding more passenger
space. Two weeks later on July 30, 1954, it was shipped to
California via official Jaguar importer Charles Hornburg of Los
Angeles. Under the prior owner, the Jaguar was given a
comprehensive frame-off restoration to concours standard in 2014 at
Bill Tracy Jaguar of Sarasota, Florida. The restoration has been
carefully maintained ever since, with accolades including a Best of
Show award and JCNA (Jaguar Clubs North America) judging scores of
99.59 and 99.79/100 (both during 2016) resulting in second place in
the JCNA Southeastern Region championship despite the cars modern
radial tires and louvered bonnet. This XK120 SE retains its
matching numbers engine block and while the cylinder head was
replaced during the engine rebuild, the original is included with
the sale of the car. The original gearbox was replaced. Colors are
striking, with Red paint and Black leather upholstery, plus a Black
soft top, tonneau cover, and matching side curtains. A period style
Brooklands windscreen adds a 1950s racing flavor, with proper
covers included when the full windshield is not in use. Documents
include the JDHT certificate, print and CD handbooks, and a judging
sheet and award confirmation from the JCNA. A full spare
wheel/tire, roadside jack, air pump, tool roll, and wheel hammer
round out this stellar 1954 Jaguar XK120 SE Roadster. If you are
looking for a truly important postwar sports car, one that is
equally ready for touring or the concours lawn, this is the car for
you! Contact us today for full details and to experience it for
yourself.