Highlights

Beautiful FHC XK120 in smart red with black leather
TÜV (MOT) is valid until 05/2027
Over €14,000 invested in maintenance and repairs since 2022
Two previous keepers with current one since 2022
Complete brake restoration carried out in 2025
Accompanied by repair invoices and a 2022 appraisal
One of the last XK120 FHC cars built

The Appeal

From the great Art Deco-style sweep of its coupe roof to the long, long hood with its Le Mans-derived XK powerplant, Jaguar's XK120 FHC really is something quite special. Just 2,485 were built in LHD, and this 1953 example was amongst the last produced.

It looks fantastic, an impression helped by the well-kept bright red paintwork and shining chrome wires. The condition is impressive inside and out, with just a few light areas to note in photos, such as some tarnish to the chrome and age to the trim.

The current keeper acquired the car at Retro Classics Essen in 2022, and has since invested over €14,000 in its upkeep, including a comprehensive brake restoration in 2025 and annual mechanical inspections. A 2022 appraisal described it as a "good vehicle with no pending repairs." The vendor reports that the car presents well both inside and out, showing only typical signs of use consistent with its age.

The vendor says:

"It is fun to drive, though tough, because no brake and steering servo. It's the real way of driving a car!"

Key Information

Mileage: 29,500 miles indicated (stated as correct by vendor, total mileage may be higher)
Country of registration: Germany (located in Karlsruhe, Germany)
Technical inspection status: valid until May 2027
Technical specs: 3,442cc inline six-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual, left-hand drive
Paperwork: repair invoices and a 2022 appraisal reportedly present

The Detail

Two former registered keepers before the current one, we are told
€6,942.94 spent in 2025 on a complete brake restoration and repair
€7,838.59 spent in 2022 on repairs to obtain an MOT
Annual mechanical checks carried out since 2022 we are told
Vendor states engine starts and runs correctly to factory standard with no faults
No brake servo or power steering, as per factory specification
Red paintwork in good order as shown with flush panel fit
Exterior described as showing typical signs of use with no major scratches or dents
Underside reported to be in similar condition to the exterior
Black leather interior in good order with well-kept carpets and seats
Dashboard and door card veneers in good condition with clear dials
Interior shows typical signs of use with no cuts or modifications
All instruments and switchgear reported to function, with the exception of the clock
Chrome wire wheels with quality classic Vredestein tires fitted
Some light tarnish to note to exterior chromework as shown

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