1953 Jaguar Xk120 Drop Head Coupe 3.4l on 2040-cars
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Offering for bids a 1953 Jaguar XK120 Drop Head Coupe that has been restored to a solid original features driver. The car was obtained from an estate in Savannah, Georgia several years ago and has undergone a body off frame up rebuild/restore of all mechanical components including steering, bushings, suspension, brakes, shocks, etc. It is an all numbers matching car as verified by British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certification. This will be included with the sale. The engine runs strong with good compression and the transmission and clutch are all in sound condition and have not been rebuilt internally. Necessary gaskets and seals have been renewed. Porcelain coated exhaust manifolds and stainless steel exhaust system all new. Complete new wiring harness installed. When obtained the body was in exceptional condition considering it had been in storage for approximately 40 years. New sills and floor pans as well as shut panels installed. Door hinges new as well. Door internals rebuilt as needed and are solid and strong. Other body repair work and replacement of metals was performed to original manufacture specifications. All instruments are restored to new as original condition and operate reliably. The mileage stated is based on the original odometer reading when obtained. The odometer now shows 384 miles since rebuilt. Bookend matching burl walnut dash restored as original. Hartzz canvas stayfast top is fawn color with headliner as original. Red leather seat upholstery hand sewn and professionally installed. The pictures show the rest of the condition and additional pictures are available upon request. This Jaguar is located in Tampa, Florida and is available for delivery throughout the United States. Shipping arrangements can be made for delivery internationally and I will be happy to assist the successful foreign or overseas bidder with those arrangements. A $1000 down payment is required of the successful bidder within 48 hours of the auction listing end. Balance of funds to be made in cash (in person), by electronic transfer, or upon presentation and clearance of a certified check through my account. The car will not be released for shipment or delivery until paid in full with funds in my account. A modest reserve bid amount has been set that is consistent with the current mid-value range of this particular make and model, leaving room for immediate and continued appreciation in value for the new owner. Personal inspection can be arranged by calling 607-349-5889. I have described this car after 14 years of ownership and hands on restoration to the best of my ability. However bidders should rely on their own interpretation and examination of this automobile including an inspection at their own expense prior to bidding. Questions will be answered openly and honestly.
Thanks for looking! On Jan-25-14 at 08:23:05 PST, seller added the following information: This car is listed locally for sale and I reserve the right to cancel this auction listing if the vehicle is sold prior to the close of bidding. On Jan-27-14 at 09:07:29 PST, seller added the following information: Something I forgot to mention: During the restoration process one accumulates an overflow of extra bits and parts and there are boxes of spares that will be included with the car. This includes an extra set of cam cover gaskets, various grommets and clips, extra bulbs for the interior light over the rear window, bulbs for the boot light, fasteners, and other parts of interest. Also, the rear spring gaiters are not installed but are brand new and will be included. The springs are new and I just didn't want to cover them up. All of the clips for the tools that mount in the boot, although only the spat removal tool is available and plugs for the jack, etc. |
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