2011-01-04 13:35:19 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 1/11
www.rmauctions.com/FeatureCars.cfm

Auction description:
Arizona
Thursday, January 20, 2011 - Friday, January 21, 2011
1954 Jaguar XK120 Roadster
LOT: 113
Chassis No. S675858
Offered Without Reserve

- From the Bill Jacobs Collection
- Modified, with C-type head, Brooklands screen, teardrop headrest
- Excellent restoration, superb dark blue paint, oxblood leather

Original and beautifully restored XK120s are so prized these days that sometimes the competition history of the model itself – its raison d’etre in the first place, if you will – is obscured. Everybody knows about the 132.596 mph high-speed runs at Jabbeke in Belgium in 1948 and Ian Appleyard’s rally success with factory roadster NUB 120 in the early 1950s, but did you know there was an all-XK120 race in England in 1951, for example? Or that XK120s competed in the U.S. well into the 1960s?

Hap Richardson was the C-production champion on the West Coast in 1960 with 200 races and some 50 class wins. He even took a third place at Willow Springs in 1961 behind Dave MacDonald and Bob Bondurant’s Corvettes. In fact, modified XK120s remained a force in motor racing as late as 1969 when John Pearson produced a 1954 Drophead Coupe that proved to be faster than any racing E-Type in England.

This core enthusiasm for racing XK120s is well illustrated by the dark blue 1954 XK120 roadster on offer, which indicates only 341 miles and has been the subject of a frame-off restoration. The engine has been uprated with a C-type head with big valves, high lift cams and two-inch carburetors. The net result is roughly 210 hp and a top speed in excess of 120 mph.

The windshield has been replaced with a Brooklands screen and a teardrop headrest, the interior has been refinished in oxblood leather interior, and the chrome plating is excellent, including wire wheels and Lucas spotlights. The effect is eye-catching – as intended – and with performance to match.
Addendum

Please note that the Serial No. is S675858.

2011-02-19 19:09:15 | pauls writes:

AUCTION RESULTS: Lot was Sold at a price of $90,750

2016-01-20 15:49:15 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
www.classicdriver.com/en/car/jaguar/xk-120/1954/347003
Car now in the UK.

Sellers description:
A stunning example of the XK120 SE - 1954

This particular example was built for the US market where the SE version of the XK120 was known as an open two-seater (OTS) Roadster with the M (Modified) designation. It is a period copy of the record breaking car that was the fastest production car ever made at that time.

This beautiful XK enjoyed a complete restoration in 2011-12 before completing the Mille Miglia twice, now showing 2700 miles. This delightful Jaguar would be ideal for the Mille Miglia entry or a similar epic adventure.

Technical Spec:
Date of manufacture: 22 June 1954
180 bhp, 3,442 cc DOHC inline six-cylinder engine, C-Type cylinder head and engine block, four-speed manual gearbox, independent front suspension with transverse wishbones, elongated torsion bars, and an anti-roll bar, rigid rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs, and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. Wheelbase: 102 in.
Price $255 807.

2016-01-20 15:55:54 | pauls writes:

Direct URL to above dealer:
www.hwmastonmartin.co.uk/sales/se-roadster-1033.asp

2016-07-01 15:11:45 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
www.vandp.net/sales/839/1954-jaguar-xk120-jabbeke-replica/

Sellers description:
1954 Jaguar XK120 Jabbeke Replica
Registration: 385YUT

Built at vast expense as an exact replica of the Jabbeke spped test car; this Jaguar XK120 OTS has completed the mille miglia twice for which it was built.

Extremely fast, the car is a real sports car & of course eligible for future runs in the Mille Miglia. The condition of the car is superb with dark blue paint to the exterior & maroon leather to the inside.

The car has all the racing bits one would expect: Friving lights up front, speed hump behind the driver, Aero screens to peer from behind, race tuned engine, etc etc.

Not much more needs to be said about it. You really need to see it & drive it to experience what the car is all about. If you are looking for a Mille Miglia entrant, then here it is.

2017-01-14 22:54:40 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '06:
www.goodingco.com/vehicle/1954-jaguar-xk120-roadster-5/

Auction description:
Lot 046
Pebble Beach 2006
1954 Jaguar XK120 Roadster
Estimate: $100,000 - $120,000 | Without Reserve
SOLD $148,500
Chassis: S675858
Engine: F3945-8S
Restored To Ecurie Ecosse Racing Specifications
Body-Off, Frame-Up Restoration
New Connolly Leather Interior
Vintage-Racing Eligible

200-Plus HP 3.8-Liter Double Overhead Camshaft Inline Six-Cylinder Engine
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
Le Mans Spec C

2017-05-27 04:17:42 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 6/17
www.classic-auctions.com/buy/1954-jaguar-xk120-se-roadster/14089

Auction description:
Lot No 38
XK120 SE Roadster
Year 1954
Vehicle Registration 385 YUT
Chassis Number S675858
Engine Number 5858
Body Colour Blue
Trim Colour Red
MOT Expiry Exempt
Estimate £150000 - 180000
Date 06/06/2017
Location Woodcote Park

- An absolutely stunning XK120 SE Roadster that was manufactured in June 1954 and sold new in California, USA.
- Purchased in August 2006 by the late collector Bill Jacobs of Illinois in a recently restored condition. Mr Jacobs passed away in 2010 and the car was sold in January 2011.
- UK registered in May 2013 on behalf of its American owner and participated in the 2013 and 2014 Mille Miglia Retrospective events. Acquired by the vendor in England in 2015.

According to the accompanying copy of its FIVA Identity Card, the stunning left-hand drive sale car vacated Jaguar's Browns Lane production line in June 1954 bound for the USA. It was first registered in August of that year to an R Burneson of California. It then passed to Walter D Willett (Arizona) and was the subject of a body-off, chassis-up restoration before being acquired in 2006 by the multi-franchise car dealer and renowned classic car collector Bill Jacobs of Illinois. Jacobs passed away in 2010 and the still immaculate Jaguar was purchased by Albert Chin of New Jersey the following January, before being sold to Chris Au (also of New Jersey) later the same year. It was in 2013 that its then American owner had it UK registered and drove in that and the ensuing year's Mille Miglia retrospective. The vendor acquired '385 YUT' in September 2015.

As an SE model XK120 it is correctly fitted with a factory-fitted plaque bearing the words 'It is certified that this Jaguar car is an exact replica of the record-breaking car which attained the speed of 132.6mph at Jabbeke Belgium, 30 May, 1949. William Haynes, Chief Engineer, Jaguar cars'. In standard form, an SE is endowed with 180bhp but it is understood that, when restored, '385 YUT' was equipped with a slightly later XK120 cylinder block topped by a C-Type cylinder head that would have raised the output to c.210bhp. The Identity Card makes mention of a 'partial cosmetic restoration' in 2011/2012 and it is unsurprising the vendor presently regards the bodywork, Dark Blue paintwork, Red Connolly hide interior trim, 3.4-litre XK engine and four-speed manual gearbox as all being in 'excellent' condition. The car comes complete with: Brooklands aeroscreen in place of the standard windscreen; evocative teardrop headrest, leather bonnet strap and pair of period Lucas spotlights; and rides on chromed wire wheels. Motorsport enthusiasts should note that, true to its mouth-watering looks, this charismatic cat has already completed two Mille Miglia retrospectives and is eligible for further such top quality historic events. Immaculate inside and out as well a peak performer, '385 YUT' is the epitome of the perfect road/race XK120 Roadster and represents an exciting opportunity for Jaguar enthusiasts everywhere.
* All hammer prices are subject to a buyer's premium of 15% incl. VAT (@ 20%)

2017-06-06 13:42:57 | Anonymous writes:

H&H result. PASSED. High Bid: £125,000.00 (onsite)

2018-03-29 23:30:07 | John Elmgreen writes:

May 02: XK Gazette (XK Club magazine, UK) - letter from restorer Willett Transport Equipment Inc, trading as red66auto, said to have restored a lot of XK120s and XK140s, no address quoted. Full restoration of this car being undertaken. Said that all his cars had been sold by Christies.

2018-03-30 13:46:23 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 3/30/18
www.ebay.com.au/itm/162970686062
Classified Ad price: GBP 195,000, seller iconiccarcollection, car now said to be in Orsett, United Kingdom, 3.2k miles.

Sellers description:
Beautifully restored Historic Vehicle. This Vehicle has completed the Famous Mille Miglia Race twice! This is a truly unique Car!

Extremely fast, the car is a real sports car & of course eligible for future runs in the Mille Miglia. The condition of the car is superb with dark blue paint to the exterior & maroon leather to the inside.

The car has all the Racing bits one would expect: Driving lights up front, speed hump behind the driver, Brooklands Aero Screens to peer from behind, race tuned engine, etc etc.

Not much more needs to be said about it. You really need to see it & drive it to experience what the car is all about. If you are looking for a Mille Miglia entrant, then here it is.

Built in 1954 - this car has Matching Numbers and on 16/12/2011 recived a FIVA (Federation Internationale Des Vehicles Anciens) Certificate from the Historic Vehicle Association of North America. This Vehicle has also received a Letter of Commendation from the Jaguar-Daimler Heritage Trust.

The Vehicle has an original Commemoration Plaque - by William Haynes. the Chief Engineer of Jaguar Cars - certifying that vehicle was built, based on the record-breaking Car that acheived the speed of 132.6mph (a then world record) at Jabbeke, Belgium on the 30th May 1949.

2021-06-26 12:06:54 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

vandp.net/sales/839/1954-jaguar-xk120-ots-jabbeke-replica-lhd/

Seller's description:

Vehicle details

Additional Information / Service History

1954 Jaguar XK120 OTS Jabbeke Replica LHD

Registration: 385YUT

Chassis number: S675858

Built at vast expense as an exact replica of the Jabbeke speed test car; this Jaguar XK120 OTS has completed the Mille Miglia twice for which it was built without regards to cost. The car is Left hand drive so well suited to continental motoring events. Since then it has covered just 3500 miles from new & completed the Mille Miglia.

Extremely fast, the car is a real sports car & of course eligible for future runs in the Mille Miglia. The condition of the car is superb with dark blue paint to the exterior & maroon leather to the inside.

The car has all the racing bits one would expect: Driving lights up front, speed hump behind the driver, Aero screens to peer from behind, race tuned engine, etc etc.

Not much more needs to be said about it. You really need to see it & drive it to experience what the car is all about. If you are looking for a Mille Miglia entrant, then here it is.

2022-04-23 07:37:45 | pauls writes:

Car offered at 5/22

www.carandclassic.com/car/C1396931_aaid=a5ce63ed-6419-48b8-adb6-8692f74daf04&bsft_eid=6269b237-d9d6-4c0d-b2c ...

Seller's description:

1954 Jaguar XK120 Built to SE Spec - 2x Mille Miglia participant. For Sale £149,999 As stated

A car that just takes your breath away.

An XK120 Roadster built to SE spec. Manufactured in 1954. According to the copy of its FIVA Identity Card, the car came off the end of Jaguar's Browns Lane production line in June of that year, bound for the USA.

It was first registered in August of that year to an R. Burneson of California. It then passed to Walter D. Willett (Arizona) and was the subject of a body-off, chassis-up restoration before being acquired in 2006 by the multi-franchise car dealer and renowned classic car collector Bill Jacobs of Illinois. Jacobs passed away in 2010 and the still immaculate Jaguar was purchased by Albert Chin of New Jersey the following January 2011, before being sold to Chris Au (also of New Jersey) later the same year. It was in 2013 that its then American owner had it UK registered and drove in that, and the ensuing year's Mille Miglia retrospective. The next custodian acquired '385 YUT' in September 2015, and was a the first UK owner.

The car was purchased by him with the plan to do the race again, but due to illness, it never did. The car was stored until the current owner bought it 18 months ago and since then it has been undergoing mechanical improvements to make it ready to tackle anything you’ll want to throw at it.

2020/ 21 - Work in summary:

Refurbished brake shoes

All new brake pipework and master cylinder flush

Fuel tank flush and replacement fuel lines

Engine flush and full overhaul

Radiator refurb along with cooling flush and all replacement pipework

Replacement and upgrade of steering and suspension bushes

New plugs and bespoke leads

Carb upgrade and overhaul

Full tuning by Carl Dyke, Chesterfield

Gearbox oil replacement

New battery

Upgraded wiring loom

Total expenditure, £15k

Both sets of Mille Miglia number badges are present with the car, these have been framed (as pictured on the car in an older set of photos).

The lead seals attached to the steering column reflect the Mille Miglia participation.

Special Equipment - SE. (This car has been built to an exact SE specification).

In standard form, an original SE is endowed with 180bhp, but it is understood that, when restored, '385 YUT' was equipped with a slightly later XK120 cylinder block topped by a C-Type cylinder head that would have raised the output to c. 210bhp. The Identity Card makes mention of a 'partial cosmetic restoration' in 2011/ 2012. This was just 3500 miles ago.

The car comes complete with: Brooklands aeroscreen in place of the standard windscreen; evocative teardrop headrest, leather bonnet strap and pair of period Lucas spotlights; and rides on chromed wire wheels.

It has already completed two Mille Miglia retrospectives and is eligible for further historic events. The car is in ‘the perfect condition’, with just the right amount of patina to the paintwork to suit it what it’s supposed to be, a road/ race XK120 Roadster.

The car is performing as well as any XK120 I’ve ever driven, it has been set up for fast road driving by Carl Dyke, and it pulls hard, the car is a real sports car, and of course eligible for future runs in the Mille Miglia.

Overall - The condition of the car is superb, the dark blue paintwork, maroon interior, and chrome all combining to make this a beautiful car from all angles.

If you are looking for a car as a possible Mille Miglia entrant, this car has been set up beautifully and is ready to go.