Vehicle Description
1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe
Designer: Sir William Lyons
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Estimate: $105,000 - $155,000
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Chassis Number: 680359
Engine: 3442 cc DOHC in-line 6-cylinder
2 X HU6 SU Carburetors/180 bhp
3-Speed Manual Transmission
Four Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes
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Odometer: 3,750 Miles Showing
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Fully Restored at or Above Factory Specs
First Year of this Sleek Body Style
Offers Enjoyable Sports Car Performance
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The Model: Originally planned to be a very limited production run,
the first XK120 Roadsters when shown at the Earl's Court Show
received such attention from the media and show goers, including
many more orders than the entire planned production run had been,
that William Lyons soon switched all the development of his newly
designed dual overhead cam six towards the sports car side of the
business. Initially only an open two-seat roadster was offered but
starting with 1952, a bit cozier cabin was created by the
brilliantly styled fixed-head coupe. Sleek and beautifully styled
the coupe would see a production run of 2,679, of which 2,484 were
prepared in LHD configuration for export, most of those coming to
the USA. Like the original XK120, the coupes were also capable of
meeting the 120 MPH mark, reportedly the reason Lyons specified
that number for the model designation. In 1954, NASCAR held a
road-course race in New Jersey which would �mark the only time a
non-American built won a NASCAR event, the win going to an XK120
coupe.
The Car: The stunning English Silver coupe appears to be absolutely
gorgeous in its execution and finish. All of the sheet metal panels
line up at or above factory specifications and they appear to be
laser-straight. This coupe is fitted with the optional fender
spats, or skirts as we say in the USA, plus the stylish and easy to
maintain disc wheels. Looking at the interior, the skillfully
crafted steering wheel is the main attraction, but the wood finish
on the dashboard appears to be as new, with outstanding natural
patterns that work to frame the gauges. Seats are upholstered in
camel tone leather with matching door panels while the floor
covering appears to be of the finest wool available. Under the hood
looks immaculate with the engine highly detailed including the
alloy cam covers and even the SU carbs looking as new. Our
consignor says this is the smoothest running XK120 that he has
owned, and there have been a few predecessors in his garage. An
outstanding car that has been seeing renewed interest from motoring
enthusiasts around the world, the XK120 family was cutting edge
when new and is cutting edge in style and grace today.
