LOT 72
1953 Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupé Registration no. 388 UYY Chassis no. 677636
1953 Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupé Registration no. 388 UYY Chassis no. 677636
1953 Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupé
Registration no. 388 UYY
Chassis no. 677636
Registration no. 388 UYY
Chassis no. 677636
MoT Expiry: Exempt
*Left-hand drive
*Said to have had recent restoration work and engine rebuild
*Appealing colour combination
At its 1948 launch the XK120 proved an immense hit, even though many who could afford to buy one couldn't as most were destined for export. Offered here is an export model that retains its left-hand drive configuration, but which is reported to have had a recent restoration and an engine rebuild. Our vendor says the car has excellent bodywork, Dove Grey paint, trim and glass, and that the wheels/tyres are very good. The restored interior has excellent tan seat facings and the carpet, dashboard and door cards, as well as the trim, are very good. The engine has been rebuilt and has a replacement cylinder head – the original, now unserviceable unit comes with the car. Running gear is rated as very good, the gearbox being a five-speed fitted by the previous owner. The electrics are rated as good. Service history is said to be relatively comprehensive and includes receipts and a Heritage certificate.
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Footnotes
Vendor Score Total: 84/100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 21/25
Body Work: 5
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 5
Glass: 3
Paint: 4
Wheels/Tyres: 4
INTERIOR TOTAL: 17/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 4
Seats: 5
Trim: 4
ENGINE TOTAL: 20/20
Mechanical components: 5
Running: 5
Starting: 5
Under Bonnet: 5
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16/20
Axles: 4
Brakes: 4
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Suspension: 4
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10
Ancillary components: 3
Main components: 3
Car History File: 4
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