3,442cc DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
2 SU Carburetors
210bhp at 5,500rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Front Independent Suspension – Live Rear Axle
4-Wheel Drum Brakes

*A great model for long distance tours, rallies and driving
*Practical car for all weathers, with exceptional performance and elegant styling
*Matching numbers, Special Equipment model
*Offered with Heritage Trust Certificate

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

Launched in 1954, the Jaguar XK140 was more refined than its sensational predecessor, major engineering changes being confined to the repositioning of the engine 3" further forward and the adoption of rack-and-pinion steering as used on the racing C-Type. The power unit remained Jaguar's well-tried, 3.4-liter, twin-cam six. Options included an MC Modified C-Type head version, which provided a 10% boost in power up to 210bhp, and when tested in Road & Track, recorded a 0-60mph time of 8.4 seconds and top speed of 121.1mph. US marketing also offered the option 'for the traveler, of the "Visit Europe Delivery Plan", where one could collect at the Works and then ship to USA. Outwardly the newcomer was distinguishable by its revised radiator grille, rear lights incorporating flashing indicators, and larger bumpers. Like its forbear, it was built in three model types: roadster, coupe and drophead coupe.

The eminently versatile Drophead Coupe body was cleverly cross marketed to sports enthusiasts as family men, perhaps as the ultimate excuse to sneak one into their garages! In one US advert, a car very similar to that offered today, is depicted outside a store, with lady and child poised with groceries, and captioned 'the car ... Jaguar. Here you see the Jaguar XK140 Convertible, very much a part of the family picture at the famed Farmers Market – docile, gentle, yet every thoroughbred inch a Jaguar. You will find this superb car with its fully-lined convertible top, roll up windows and additional seats for small children – is particularly suitable for family use.'

This Jaguar XK140 SE/MC Drophead was built on November 12, 1956 and delivered to the US one month later through Jaguar Cars, New York. As new it wore cream paintwork, with a black top and interior, much as it is today, with only the interior changed to red. At some point in its career, most likely in its immediate previous ownership it was restored to a high standard. It was acquired by Bob Lee while at the Scottsdale auctions in 1989, and so has resided in this world class automobile collection for the last 30 years! Its 'S' chassis prefix confirms the car to have been delivered new in that more desirable form of the Special Equipment models, which benefited from the performance addition of a 'C' Type cylinder head, wire wheels and dual fog lamps and twin exhaust.

Over the course of the last three decades, the Jaguar has shared a stable with some of the greatest cars in the world, while being carefully exhibited on museum display. Offering the best of all worlds as a tour car, the drophead coupes are a popular choice for long distance rallies.