Reworked tan leather tilting bucket seats in excellent condition
Jaguar Heritage Certification verified
The Appeal
The elegant Jaguar XK was honed for success at Le Mans. Its magnificent looks made it perfect for celebrities and style-conscious enthusiasts, but for buyers keen to enjoy the car's sporting character, there were models simply named 'S'.
This discreet little badge indicated a significant increase in power. The 3.4 model went from 190hp to 250hp, thanks in part to a trio of SU carburettors under the bonnet. Only 844 customers were able to enjoy this supercar performance in LHD OTS form.
This is one of them, a beautifully restored 1958 model in original English green with an equally attractive tan leather interior. The restoration, which included extensive engine and mechanical work, took place in 2016 and the car has seen little use since.
It is to factory standards, with the exception of some common long-distance upgrades to improve reliability and driveability. The Getrag 5-speed gearbox makes this an ideal car for classic car events and rallies.
Rare and in excellent condition, this is an excellent example of one of the finest and most capable sports cars in classic motoring history.
History and Paperwork
Jaguar Heritage Certificate confirms specification and date of dispatch 14 July 1958.
First registration recorded on 1st January 1959 on Certificate Of Title.
Originally sold by Jaguar New York in the United States.
Imported into France in 2016.
California Certificate of Title.
Old invoices from 2016 covering mechanical and other repairs.
This includes extensive engine rebuild with receipts for over €12,000.
Exempt from technical inspections.
The car is registered on the central database 'XK Data', last seen in 2016.
The heritage certificate confirms the original engine number and BRG colour.
The chassis number and heritage certificate confirm that this is a genuine 3.4 250hp 'S' model.
This is one of the last cars with the 'S' prefix as the prefix was changed by the factory to 'T' on 20 August 1958.
This car's heritage certificate and chassis 'S' prefix confirm that it left the factory as an official 3.4-litre 'S' model with the 250bhp upgrades, including triple SU carburettors, that it retains (CHASSIS NUMBER S830783 DN, ENGINE NUMBER VS 1191-9. It was shipped to New York and remained in the US until 2015, when it was imported into Europe in 2015. It has been with the seller since arriving in France in 2016.
In 2016 the car underwent a complete mechanical overhaul including full engine rebuild, rebuilding rear axle, and rebuilding front and rear suspension. This is documented in the history file and photographs.
The car retains its original 3.4 engine with straight port cylinder head, apart from the engine block which was replaced due to excessive wear with a correct period 3.8 litre engine block
The XK150 is a popular car for long road trips, events and classic car rallies, and upgrades to improve reliability and driveability are commonplace. The car has been similarly upgraded, now sporting a 5-speed Getrag gearbox and under-hood improvements to the cooling and ignition systems. The brakes have also been upgraded with Coopercraft discs discs and calipers. Lighting has been upgraded to LED.
The Condition
Restored to a high standard to original factory specification in British Racing Green (BRG).
Paintwork is in very good condition due to limited use
The factory 'S' badges are still present on the bodywork
No visible corrosion on the panels, which also have a good fit and finish
The chrome is in good condition with no visible deterioration
16-inch chrome wheels fitted with classic Blockley tyres
The underside of the car is also well maintained with a neat finish and good corrosion protection
Removable black OTS factory roof in good order
Tan leather interior similar to original with new tilting bucket seats
Original seats can be included with the car if required
Factory standard interior
Very well maintained interior accessories, including dashboard top roller and grey leather console finish
The beauty of the original XK120 meant that, by the time the XK150 arrived nearly a decade later, little needed changing. These cars simply became more luxurious and imposing, as their increased power and prestige required.
A full restoration in 2016 brought this car back to the magnificent condition it now displays. It is finished in factory-standard British Racing Green, with a complementary tan interior similar to the specification with which it left the factories in 1958.
Inside and out, she is in very good condition. The quality of the restoration work and the sparing use made of this vehicle are clearly visible.
This car left the factory with a 3.4-litre 'S' specification engine producing 250bhp running on triple carburettors. The engine was rebuilt in 2016 and the car has covered few miles since then.
In line with many XK150s, it has been significantly upgraded for high-speed, long-distance travel. These include a 5-speed Getrag gearbox, Coopercraft disc brakes and a revised ignition system. These changes are standard improvements to enhance reliability and driveability.
The car has been used sparingly since the work was completed and arrives on the market with no reported problems. We are told that it drives exceptionally well.
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