This is a gorgeous, numbers-matching 1952 Jaguar XK120 OTS ("Open
Two-Seater"). It is finished in iconic British Racing Green paint
over an Old Biscuit colored leather interior and has undergone a
total body-off restoration. This legendary Jaguar is stunning in
person and looks as though it has just rolled off the assembly line
in Coventry. Perhaps as important, this is a tour ready Jaguar
needing nothing to be enjoyed. We have applied for the
Jaguar/Daimler Heritage Certificate for this car and will be
updating the information on earlier history once it is known. On
June 8, 2003, this car was acquired by a Jaguar specialist in
Scottsdale, Arizona where the aforementioned body-off restoration
took place. This painstaking process of body off, nut and bolt
restoration took three full years to complete. The result is
excellent. In August of 2006, the Jaguar went on to a large classic
car collection in Baberton, Ohio where it was proudly displayed
until March 19, 2010, when John Tulloch acquired it. Mr. Tulloch is
an avid car collector and enthusiast based in both Illinois and
Arizona. He enjoyed this Jaguar on tours through Arizona, always
finding it as reliable as it is gorgeous. The British Racing Green
livery on this car is in excellent condition with very few minor
blemishes. In direct sunlight, it shines beautifully and has the
wonderful deep luster that this color is known for. The chrome trim
pieces are in wonderful condition (as to be expected after such a
restoration) and highlight the details of this beautiful car. This
example also comes with its black canvas convertible top and side
curtains that look great and are easy to attach. There are some
expected scratches on the side insert windows due to storage. The
split-windshield creates a cool, period-correct look to an already
sexy car and creates an undistorted, commanding view of the road
ahead. The "Old Biscuit leather interior is in overall excellent
condition. The leather is soft and supple and is complimented with
deep, soft matching carpets. The light and elegant looking interior
creates a stunning contrast to the more understated exterior. The
factory steering wheel comes complete with the original Jaguar logo
encased in an orb that immediately demands your attention while
every other touch point, such as the gear lever and hand brake,
work well with excellent engagement feel. The 3.4 liter inline-six
starts right up hot or cold and idles smoothly. The bellowing, deep
growl that these engines are so revered for is omnipresent and it
is particularly amplified higher in the rev range. Delivering 160
hp complimented with excellent midrange torque, it is an absolute
joy to drive. There is an inherent, awesome mechanical feel to this
car that needs to be experienced. The four-speed transmission
engages into every gear easily and faithfully, and clutch operation
is exceptionally smooth and progressive. At speed, this Jaguar is
stable and confident making the 120-mph top speed claim by Jaguar
themselves (hence XK120) easily believable. This car comes with the
factory Black canvas top, side curtains, and tan canvas tonneau
covers as well as a custom ordered car cover. It is also complete
with the factory toolkit, jack, crowbar, and spare tire.
Additionally, this Jaguar will come with a large file of service
receipts, an original owners handbook and the forthcoming Jaguar
Heritage Certificate. Hagerty currently has No. 1 values at
$169,000 and No. 2 values at $145,000, with the NADA value at
$169,000. This XK120 is competitively priced to reflect its solid
No. 2 condition that would be perfect for touring or showing. For
more details and information, please email, text, or call Harry
Clark at 1.602.245.7200 or
[email protected] This car is
available for inspection at our Phoenix showroom.