Vehicle Description
Motorcar Studio is pleased to offer this exquisite 1956 Jaguar
XK140 SE roadster. Finished in silver over red interior with a
black canvas top, this was a long-term Calfornia car that underwent
a frame-off restoration by its original owner in 2001 approximately
10,000 miles ago. It has had two subsequent owners in Florida and
South Carolina. Data plate and Heritage Trust Certificate confirm
numbers-matching engine and head. Upgrades for improved driving
dynamics include a five-speed transmission and front disc
brakes.
Paint and body present to a very nice standard, with only a few
minor flaws. Excellent wire wheels, chrome and glass. Correct wide
whitewall crossply tires from Coker Classics. Nicely detailed
underneath - clearly garaged and not driven in the rain for two
decades. This XK140 was restored by noted Jaguar specialist Jon
Pollock in Reseda, California and the quality of the workmanship
and attention to detail are self evident.
Interior trimmed in red leather presents beautifully with virtually
no discernible wear. Sometimes the term "older restoration" brings
to mind a car that feels worn in or even a bit shabby. Not so with
this one. Cosmetically it still feels crisp and clean, and
mechanically it's very well sorted.
Under the hood is the original numbers-matching 3.4 liter XK
twin-cam inline six, but instead of the original four-speed manual
transmission the gearbox has been upgraded to a Tremec five-speed
unit. The XK140 SE (also known as the MC) got a higher-compression
C-type head good for 20 more horsepower than the standard non-SE/MC
cars. We picked this car up at our client's home on Hilton Head and
enjoyed a lovely drive back to Savannah in it - the engine starts
easily and runs very smoothly, the five-speed gearbox feels very
precise and is a considerable upgrade from the original four-speed,
and the stopping within a safe distance is assured thanks to the
disc brake upgrade. The chassis feels very composed and we did not
observe any squeaks, clunks or rattles.
This is a fine example for either touring or shows, with just the
right performance upgrades to suit modern driving styles. For more
information about this 1956 Jaguar XK140 SE roadster for sale at
Motorcar Studio in Savannah, please call 404-692-5250.
