Jaguar XK 140 SE DHC, 1955 information

The Jaguar XK 140 replaced the famous XK 120 and was brought onto the market in 1954. The XK 140 was an evolution of the XK 120 with some visual differences and technical improvements. The handsome and dynamic features remained largely unchanged. New was the grille, which counted fewer vertical bars; the rear lights were larger, the bumpers were thicker, and the front indicators, which were placed on the front of the front wing. The important technical improvement was that the XK 140 was provided with a rack and pinion steering which greatly improved steering and driving.

De 3.4-litre XK engine was increased by an extra 30 hp. and produced a standard 190 hp. from that time onwards. XK 140s that were provided with the SE option ("Special Equipment") were fitted with an engine giving 210 hp. Like the XK 120, the XK 140 was available as roadster, a larger DHC (Drop Head Coupe) and as FHC (Fixed Head Coupe) with a fixed steel roof.

The XK 140 was built until 1957 and was succeeded by the
XK 150.

Technical data

Six cylinder in line engine (DOHC)
cylinder capacity: 3442 cc.
carburettors: 2 x S.U. H8 2 inch
capacity: 213 bhp. at 5750 rpm. (SE specification)
top-speed: 210 km/h.
gearbox: 5-speed, manual
weight: 1345 kg.

Information

Jaguar XK 140 SE Drophead Coupe (DHC), year 1955. Chassis number: S817576, engine number: G 4073-8S, matching engine number. Body colour black, red leather interior with red carpet. Black mohair hood and hood cover. This fabulous Jaguar XK 140 DHC is a powerful SE model fitted with the C-type cylinder head and 2 inch S.U. carburettors! This fine Jaguar has been extensively restored in the past, has been meticulously serviced and maintained, and the car is in excellent condition. A photo reportage of the restoration is present. The car comes comprehensively documented with a Heritage certificate and restoration/service invoices. This XK 140 has known four owners from new.
This fantastic Jaguar XK140 SE DHC features black enameled 16 inch wire wheels, eared chrome 'knock off' hub nuts, disc brakes all round, high torque starter motor, aluminium radiator, 5-speed manual gearbox, AC dynamo, Mallory electronic ignition, a Stainless Steel exhaust, aluminium petrol tank, power brakes, up rated rear axle with stabilizer, bonnet louvres, J-type driving lamps, sump protection plate, modern electric fuel pump, hood cover and storage bag, Motolita sports steering wheel, classic bucket seats (original seats are present), heater and a class 5 alarm system. this is a highly desirable Jaguar XK 140 Special equipment model. a sound investment and a fantastic car to enjoy on the open road!

This classic car was sold to Belgium by
Lex Classics.

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