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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. Six cylinder
in line engine (DOHC) Jaguar XK 150
3.8 Litre Drophead Coupe (DHC), year 1960. Colour dark blue metallic with
a beige leather interior. Black mohair hood. This beautiful XK 150 DHC
was sold new in America, the automobile was imported to the Netherlands
in the year 2001. From 2001 until June 2003 the car has undergone a
'body off' restoration. A photo reportage and documentation file on the
restoration is present. This Jaguar is in very good to excellent condition. Note that
the car was photographed as it just arrived. By now the car is cleaned
and detailed inside and out perfectly by our detailing specialist! The
car features chrome wire wheels, additional driving lamps at front,
electric Kenlow cooling fan, a high torque starter motor, grounding
switch, 5-speed Getrag gearbox (the original gearbox is included
separately), AC generator, aluminium petrol tank and a car alarm.
This classic car was sold to
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