LOT 157
1958 Jaguar XK150 3.4 Open Two-Seater Chassis no. S 831495 BW Engine no. V-5605-8
Sold for US$94,080 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 157
1958 Jaguar XK150 3.4 Open Two-Seater
1958 Jaguar XK150 3.4 Open Two-Seater
Chassis no. S 831495 BW
Engine no. V-5605-8
Chassis no. S 831495 BW
Engine no. V-5605-8
3,442cc DOHC 6-Cylinder Engine
2 SU carburetors
210bhp at 5,500rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission (see text)
Independent Front Suspension, Rigid Rear Axle with Semi-Elliptic Leaf Springs
4-Wheel Hydraulic Dunlop Disc Brakes
*Desirable and stylish roadster body
*The most refined of the original XK series
*Body off-restoration completed in 2013 by Lloyd Gillespie
*Retains numbers-matching engine
*Updated with manual gearbox from original automatic
*Accompanied by a JDHT Certificate, tool roll, and awards
*Best European Car at the 2013 Hilton Head Concours Club Competition
*Best Jaguar at the 2014 Amelia Island Festival of Speed
*Best Jaguar at the 2016 Euro Festival in Greenville, South Carolina
*Built in October 1958 and currently titled as a 1959
THE JAGUAR XK150
What would turn out to be the final glorious incarnation of Jaguar's fabulous 'XK' series of sports cars arrived in 1957. As its nomenclature suggests, the XK150 was a progressive development of the XK120 and XK140, retaining the same basic chassis, 3.4-liter engine, and four-speed Moss transmission of its predecessors while benefiting from a new, wider body that provided increased interior space and improved visibility courtesy of a single-piece wrap-around windscreen, replacing the XK140's divided screen. Cleverly, the new body used many XK120/140 pressings, the increased width being achieved by means of a 4"-wide central fillet. A higher front wing line and broader radiator grille were other obvious differences, but the new model's main talking point was its Dunlop disc brakes. Fade following repeated stops from high speed had been a problem of the earlier, drum-braked cars, but now the XK had stopping power to match its prodigious straight-line speed.
Introduced in the spring of 1957, the XK150 was available at first only in fixed and drophead coupé forms, the open roadster version not appearing until the following year. At 190bhp, the engine's maximum power output was identical to that of the XK140, so performance was little changed. 'Special Equipment' and 'S' versions came with 210 and 250bhp respectively, the latter delivering an astonishing 0-60mph time of 7.3 seconds and a top speed of 136mph. This was achieved by the introduction of the Weslake-developed 'straight-port' cylinder head, high-compression pistons, triple 2" SU carburetors, and twin electric fuel pumps.
Overdrive and a Borg-Warner automatic gearbox were the transmission options, the latter becoming an increasingly popular choice, while a Thornton Powr-Lok limited-slip differential was available for the XK150S. Steel wheels remained the standard fitting, though XK150s so equipped are a great rarity, as most were sold in SE (Special Equipment) specification with center-lock wire wheels. The much-admired chromed Jaguar mascot was made available as an optional extra on an XK for the first time.
THE CAR OFFERED
This XK150 Open Two Seat roadster is an outstanding example of the ultimate evolution of the XK-series. Finished in the classic combination of white over a red leather interior, it benefits from an extensive, body-off restoration by marque specialist Lloyd Gillespie. Since then, it has been shown at JCNA events and concours, earning numerous accolades along the way. Starting in 2011 and completed in 2013, the comprehensive body off 2,400+ hour restoration was said to have cost upwards of $230,000. All the correct steps were completed when performing this restoration to concours standards including bare metal paint job, proper panel fitting as well as exacting details in the engine bay and chassis.
According to the accompanying Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate, this car was completed on October 3, 1958, finished in cream over black upholstery, and delivered via Jaguar Cars in New York. Originally equipped with a Borg-Warner automatic transmission (as indicated by the 'BW' serial number suffix), it has since been updated with the preferred 4-speed manual. It retains its original 3.4-liter block and head, and the engine is well-detailed with the requisite polished alloy cam covers, intake manifold, concours-quality fittings and hardware. This Jaguar will be accompanied with recent receipts, original steering wheel for concours events, tool roll, jack, service manual, as well as miscellaneous awards and plaques.
This Jaguar is ready to be driven and enjoyed thanks to a recent servicing completed at the end of 2023. Gently mellowed since its high-level restoration, this lovely Jaguar is now prime for enjoyment in JCNA events, or on any number of collector car tours, which represent the best way to enjoy all the performance and excitement the XK150 has to offer.
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