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Introduced in 1948, the Jaguar XK120 was an extraordinary achievement for the Coventry marque, combining elegant styling with outstanding performance from its new twin-camshaft XK engine. Available in Roadster, Fixed Head Coupe and Drophead Coupe forms, the latter offered the same unmistakable lines with the added refinement of wind-up windows and a more luxurious interior.

According to its accompanying Jaguar Heritage Certificate, this particularly attractive Drophead Coupe was completed on 29th March 1954 and sold through Sanderson &Holmes of Derby on 5th May that year. Now presented in white with matching spats and white wheels, it is complemented by a lovely dark red leather interior and navy blue hood, making for a particularly appealing colour combination.

The car comes with an unusually interesting history file, providing a fascinating insight into its earlier life. A letter written in 2004 by Mr Read to Professor S. Buczacki recalls how he had acquired the XK in 1962, effectively exchanging it for a Morris Minor! Having covered just 30,000 miles, the Jaguar accompanied him on some memorable journeys, including his first experience of driving at 100mph. He eventually sold it in 1963 for £240, having added approximately 7,000 miles. The original buff logbook is also present.

In 1976, Mr Lawrence acquired the car as something of a rusty project and embarked upon a five-and-a-half-year restoration, retaining ownership for an impressive 46 years until 2022. The engine was changed during this restoration, with further engine work undertaken in 2005/2006 and a Tremec T5 five-speed gearbox fitted in 2009.

More recently, the car has benefited from considerable investment, with Chicane, the Aston Martin specialist, undertaking extensive work during 2024. This included a substantial front suspension overhaul with new bushes, shock absorbers and ball joints, attention to the steering, and extensive brake system improvements including a new servo and associated components. Five new Michelin tyres were also fitted. In July 2025, the car received a full respray at a cost of £21,000, while electronic ignition and hardened valves are also fitted.

The current owner clearly holds the XK in great affection but, having found himself using it less than intended, has reluctantly decided to pass it on. An attractive and well-presented example, it comes with a particularly compelling history file and significant recent expenditure, offering the next custodian a wonderful opportunity to acquire a very special XK120. Consigned by Fraser Smith

Lot details
Year: 1954
Make: Jaguar
Model: XK120 Drophead Coupe
Registration: FRC 858
Chassis No: 667221
Odometer: 25,677

* Fascinating ownership history, including 46 years with one owner

* Tremec five-speed gearbox, electronic ignition and hardened valves

* Beautifully presented

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Fahrzeugdaten

Marke: Jaguar
Modellreihe: XK
Modell: XK 120 DHC
Baureihe: 120
Erstzulassung: Nicht angegeben
Baujahr: 1954
Tachostand (abgelesen): 25.677 mi
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Technische Details

Karosserieform: Cabriolet
Leistung (kW/PS): 119/162
Hubraum (cm³): 3442
Zylinder: 6
Anzahl Türen: 2
Lenkung: Rechts
Getriebe: Manuell
Gänge: 4
Antrieb: Heck
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Bremse Heck: Nicht angegeben
Kraftstoff: Benzin

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Außenfarbe: Andere
Herstellerfarbe: -

Innenfarbe: Andere
Innenmaterial: Andere

1954 | Jaguar XK 120 DHC

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