Jaguar XK 150 3.4 Litre S OTS, 1958

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The XK 150 replaced the Jaguar XK 140 in 1957. The undercarriage of the XK 150 was for the greater part equal to the XK 140’s, but its bodywork was new and broader. Though its design was again very refined, it was somewhat less dynamic as compared with the XK 120 and XK 140. The bodywork was less sleek and the design of the characteristic wing lines was now less markedly sloping. The increased width of the bodywork resulted in a wider grille which, in line with the best Jaguar’s tradition, was delicately integrated in its design. The XK 150 was the first of XK series with an unbroken panoramic windscreen.

Compared with the XK 140, the following technological improvements can be noted: the XK 150 was fitted with disc brakes on the front wheels and with more powerful engines.

The 3.4-litre XK engine fetched a standard 210 hp, and the SE Special Equipment version even 250 hp. From 1958, the XK 150 was also available with a 3.8-litre XK engine with a capacity of no less than 265 hp.

Like the XK 120 and XK 140, the XK 150 was available in three variants: the roadster, the more spacious DHC (Drop Head Coupé) and the FHC (Fixed Head Coupé) with fixed steel roof.

Production of the XK 150 was stopped in 1961, and after 13 years, the XK 120, XK140 and the XK 150 series were replaced by the Jaguar E-type.

Technical data

Six cylinder engine
cylinder capacity: 3442 cc.
carburettors:
 3x S.U. HD8 2 inch
capacity: 250 hp. at 5500 rpm.
gearbox: 4-speed, manual + overdrive
top-speed: 220 km/h.
weight: 1350 kg.

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Jaguar XK 150 3.4 Litre S OTS (Open Two Seater), year 1958. Chassis number S831655. Matching numbers and an original S (Special Equipment) model. Colour 'Gun Metal' grey with a red leather interior and red carpet. Black mohair hood. This fantastic Jaguar XK 150 S OTS was extensively restored in the past. The automobile is in excellent condition. This fine Jaguar features a manual gearbox with overdrive and chrome 16" wire wheels. This XK 150 S roadster is clad in the most desirable colours one can wish for. A very desirable and rare original XK 150 S roadster.

This classic car was sold to Belgium by
Imparts.

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