2015-07-27 21:02:46 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 8/15
www.rmsothebys.com/mo15/monterey/lots/1953-jaguar-xk120-drophead-coupe/1076145

Auction description:
Monterey
13-15 August 2015
Lot 202
1953 Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupe
To be auctioned on Friday, August 14, 2015
Without Reserve
$110,000 - $140,000

Chassis no. 677111
Engine no. W 8373-8
Body no. P 1112
Gearbox no. JL 15986

The 111th of 1,471 LHD Drophead Coupes built
First car bought by the consignor in 1971; indicates 60,511 miles
Frame-off restoration by Lake Oswego Restoration, completed in 2006
Exciting and original color combination

This stunning example was delivered to Charles Hornburg in Los Angeles and bought by Miss V.M. Donaldson on May 14, 1953. It is believed to have been in Oregon all its life and was the first car bought by David Adams, who purchased it as a high-school senior in 1971, having found it under a tarp in the suburb of Garden Home.

Already a successful artist and sculptor, Adams realized that his sports car was going to need expert care and enlisted in the Foreign Car program at Mt. Hood Community College. He rebuilt his car (the first time) during the course and then interned at European car experts Leyfax Garage in Portland for three years, "learning how to do a job perfectly--once." He then started a business importing classic cars from England and learning the fine points of a "proper" restoration. He also began a 10-year search for the correct parts for his car.

This Drophead Coupe has been finished in its original Birch Grey with a French Grey top over a red leather interior and features the desirable "curved-back" seats. Though the original burl walnut interior wood was sound, it has been replaced with a complete new set, with the correct satin finish. The frame-off restoration, by Adam's own Lake Oswego Restoration, addressed even the smallest details, using mostly correct date-coded parts, as well as genuine Jaguar nuts, bolts, and hose clamps. The engine block is original, while the cylinder head is a factory replacement fitted long ago, as it lacks a stamping number. The starter is a gear-reduction unit, but the original is included. The car has also been fitted with Koni "Classic" shocks in the front and a two-inch stainless-steel sports exhaust system. The rebuilt transmission is original as per the JDHT Certificate.

The paintwork is exemplary and unmarked, and the panel fits exact. The car has rear wheel spats and rides on Coker wide whitewall radial tires that resemble the original bias-ply tires. The correct jack, lug wrench, and owner's and service manuals are included, and the car even features the Oregon license plate it has carried for 44 years!

The Jaguar has rarely been shown, though it did win Best of Show out of a field of 650 cars at Portland's All-British Field Meet after its restoration in 2006.

No doubt, this would be an exciting and absolutely stunning Jaguar to drive into the California sunset.

2019-01-25 07:48:34 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 1/25/19

www.ebay.com/itm/1953-Jaguar-XK-120/132929058103

Car has a buy it now price of $179,999 for 6 days, seller cncmotorsinc, 60k miles, car now said to be in Upland, California.

Seller's description:

The 111th of 1,471 LHD Drophead Coupes built

First car bought by the consignor in 1971; indicates 60,511 miles

Frame-off restoration by Lake Oswego Restoration, completed in 2006

Exciting and original color combination

Chassis No. 677111

Engine No. W 8373-8

Gearbox No. JL 15986

Body No. P1112

This stunning example was delivered to Charles Hornburg in Los Angeles and bought by Miss V.M. Donaldson on May 14, 1953. It is believed to have been in Oregon all its life and was the first car bought by David Adams, who purchased it as a high-school senior in 1971, having found it under a tarp in the suburb of Garden Home.

Already a successful artist and sculptor, Adams realized that his sports car was going to need expert care and enlisted in the Foreign Car program at Mt. Hood Community College. He rebuilt his car (the first time) during the course and then interned at European car experts Leyfax Garage in Portland for three years, "learning how to do a job perfectly-once." He then started a business importing classic cars from England and learning the fine points of a "proper" restoration. He also began a 10-year search for the correct parts for his car.

This Drophead Coupe has been finished in its original Birch Grey with a French Grey top over a red leather interior and features the desirable "curved-back" seats. Though the original burl walnut interior wood was sound, it has been replaced with a complete new set, with the correct satin finish. The frame-off restoration, by Adam's own Lake Oswego Restoration, addressed even the smallest details, using mostly correct date-coded parts, as well as genuine Jaguar nuts, bolts, and hose clamps. The engine block is original, while the cylinder head is a factory replacement fitted long ago, as it lacks a stamping number. The starter is a gear-reduction unit, but the original is included. The car has also been fitted with Koni "Classic" shocks in the front and a two-inch stainless-steel sports exhaust system. The rebuilt transmission is original as per the JDHT Certificate.

The paintwork is exemplary and unmarked, and the panel fits exact. The car has rear wheel spats and rides on Coker wide whitewall radial tires that resemble the original bias-ply tires. The correct jack, lug wrench, and owner's and service manuals are included, and the car even features the Oregon license plate it has carried for 44 years!

The Jaguar has rarely been shown, though it did win Best of Show out of a field of 650 cars at Portland's All-British Field Meet after its restoration in 2006. No doubt, this would be an exciting and absolutely stunning Jaguar to drive into the California sunset.

2020-07-03 07:22:05 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/811323530/overview/

1953 Jaguar XK 120, 60,552 miles, $199,999 same seller.

2025-12-13 07:45:10 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 1/26

rmsothebys.com/auctions/az26/lots/r0024-1953-jaguar-xk-120-drophead-coupe/

Auction description:

Arizona 23 January 2026

1953 Jaguar XK 120 Drophead Coupe

$60,000 - $80,000 USD 

Offered Without Reserve

Chassis No. 677111

Registration US Title

Location Phoenix, Arizona

An enduring classic offering genuine all-weather comfort

One of the rarest XK 120 variants, second only to the alloy-body Roadster

Numbers-matching engine block, per the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust

Factory-correct finishes of Birch Grey over red leather with a French Grey convertible top

Ideal entry point for prestigious rallies and touring events worldwide

Completed 4 May 1953 for distribution through Charles Hornburg’s influential Los Angeles dealership, the XK 120 Drophead Coupe offered here is beautifully presented in its elegant factory-correct livery of Birch Grey over red leather, complemented by a French Grey convertible top.

It is said to have benefitted from a restoration by Lake Oswego Restoration of Oregon, completed in 2006. The car retains its numbers-matching engine block (W 8373-8), as confirmed by a copy of a Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Production Record Trace Certificate. The prior restoration’s attention to detail is evident, highlighted by the model’s signature burled walnut trim, desirable arched-back semi-bucket seats, wide whitewall tires, and rear fender skirts.

A lovely example of Jaguar’s most elegant XK 120 variant, this Drophead Coupe perfectly balances open-air motoring with grand touring refinement. Ideal for spirited driving or leisurely top-down excursions, it would make a superb entry for prestigious rallies and touring events worldwide.

Sold $61,600

2026-02-01 14:37:23 | pauls writes:

Car now on ebay 2/26

www.ebay.com/itm/389564718380

Opening bid $93,750 no bids, 6 days left in auction, reserve not met, buy it now price $125,000 seller westcoastclassics, Torrance, California, 60k miles

Seller's description:

West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional and very rare and professionally frame off restored example of this coveted and highly desirable 1953 Jaguar XK 120 Drop Head Coupe Left Hand Drive U.S. delivery model which was the beneficiary of a frame off restoration in the mid 2000's to as new show ready condition with an already excellent body with no damage history and no rust! This beauty still boasts it's original five disc-type steel wheels with original fender spats, aka Fender Skirts (in America!) spare wheel, and it's original matching numbers engine as verified by the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate.

The XK 120 was produced by Jaguar between 1948-54 and caused an absolute sensation when launched and was immediately destined to become one of the most collectible cars of all time. Its name referred to its straight six, 3442 cc 120 mph (193 km/h) top speed (faster with the windscreen removed!) engine which was insanely fast for its day and made the XK120 the world's fastest standard production car at the time of its launch and a very successful racer which spurred Jaguar onto breaking many world speed records.

The roadster's lightweight canvas top stows out of sight behind the seats and its doors have no external handles. The windscreen can be removed if desired! The drophead coupe (DHC) had a padded and lined canvas top, which folded onto the rear deck behind the seats when retracted and roll-up windows and the dashboards and door-caps in both the DHC and the closed coup (FHC) were wood-veneered, whereas the more spartan and lighter roadster's were leather-trimmed.

This particular DHC is a Numbers-matching engine example as per the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust

Factory-correct finishes of 'Birch Grey' over 'Red' leather with a 'French Grey' convertible top

Ideal entry point for prestigious rallies and touring events worldwide