'Elegance is when the inside is as beautiful as the outside' - Coco Chanel
Imagine yourself in the British extraordinary feeling. Dressed in your 'tweed' outfit with matching flat cap, you step into the elegant silver Jaguar XK120. Cruising through the rolling countryside in one of Britain's most iconic sports car. This is the ultimate British feeling, to say the least.
In the year 1948, Sir William Lyons introduced the beauty. At the time, it caused much sensation and excitement, even to the extent that it was one of the most sought-after sports cars of its time. Its name is partly due to its top speed 120 mph (fun fact: in 1951, the XK120 achieved a record speed of 132. 6 mph).
Under the skin, it features a 3. 4-litre inline six-cylinder which delivers a good 160 hp. This allows the Jag to hit 100 km/ h in 8. 5 seconds. Fascinating figures, repeat 1951!
Its fast, flowing lines and aerodynamic design make this an optically magnificent one too. Striking, of course, is the long nose and connecting whipping fenders. These still make you, in whatever capacity the knees are, sink through your knees to look at this work of line art. Driving it is guaranteed to put a smile on the face of the driver and other road users. In any case, we did not manage to get out of it without a smile.
Our example was originally delivered in sunny Los Angeles. Gradually restored and technically in top condition. Equipped with a known past and documentation. Not to mention the incredibly beautiful combination of the all-red interior with the silver paint.
The Cool Classic Club would love to get in touch to see if you are the suitable new owner of this joyous Jaguar XK120.
- Nut & Bolt Restored - 5 Speed Manual -
