1954 Jaguar Xk 120 Concours 2-seat Roadster on 2040-cars
North Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
In May 1949, Jaguar demonstrated an XK120 roadster to the press on the high-speed AutoRoute in Belgium. The road was closed for the occasion. With hood and side screens erected, and the airflow under the car improved by the addition of a full-length aluminum under tray, the Jaguar was timed through the flying mile by the Royal Automobile Club of Belgium at 126.448 mph. With hood, side screens and the windscreen removed, and a metal airflow deflector fitted in front of the driver, the speed improved to 136.596MPH.
The XK120 was significant not only because of its sporting elegance and its high standards of refinement and comfort, but also because it introduced into the history of the automobile one of the most successful engines ever. Offered for sale is this exceptional numbers-matching and factory correct 1954 Jaguar XK120. This beautiful roadster has 96,000 miles showing on the odometer (and documented). This vehicle has been meticulously maintained and cared for and it needs nothing. The car is mechanically fantastic, the transmission is perfect and the car rides and drives smoothly without any hesitation. The car has a factory new black canvas top still in the box, unrestored original side curtains, spare tire and tools. This is a show car that can be driven, and wants to be driven, yet still looks like a new car. The car is for sale world wide and available for export. International buyers are welcomed. The car is in stunning condition and others are certainly not even close to as nice as this one. |
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