2016-08-20 21:27:56 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 8/16
www.bonhams.com/auctions/23425/lot/40/

Auction description:
Chassis no. S834209
Engine no. V1280-8
Lot 40
1957 JAGUAR XK150 3.4 FIXED HEAD COUPE
Sold for US$ 82,500 inc. premium
Quail Lodge Auction
11:00 PDT
Carmel, Quail Lodge & Golf Club

Produced in Jaguar's Coventry workshops on July 2nd, 1957, this early XK150 Coupe was finished in the elegant combination of Silver Mist over a contrasting red leather interior. Dispatched to the United States shortly thereafter, this handsome coupe is believed to have spent its entire existence in northern California. The recorded history of this left-hand drive Jaguar resumes in March of 1974, when it came under the care of Karen Middlebrook of San Francisco, California. Four years later, this XK150 was sold to Shirley Richard of Alameda, CA, who used this Jaguar as her daily driver until 1991, when it was left untouched in the back of the garage until being sold to the consignor in 2013.

Shortly after acquiring this XK150 from its owner of 35 years, the current owner initiated an all-encompassing three-year project to restore this Jaguar to its original state. The original matching numbers XK engine was rebuilt with new internal components, rebuilt carburetors and a complete stainless steel exhaust system. The transmission was similarly redone with new seals, bearings, and clutch and pressure plate. At the corners, the suspension system was been rebuilt and the all-important Dunlop disc brakes have been completely reworked, with new rotors and stainless steel brake lines. Cosmetically, this Jaguar has received a complete restoration as well, with expertly executed bodywork and paint, along with brilliant brightwork and a luxuriously appointed interior. Finished in Silver Mist, the curvaceous body of this Coupe has an exceptional finish with newly re-chromed trim to match. Inside, the fine red leather interior has been re-trimmed to its original specification, along with restored gauges and this XK150's original British Motor Corporation radio. A jack, tool kit, and original owner's manual accompany the sale of this excellent Sport Coupe.

Fresh from a comprehensive restoration, this luxurious Jaguar presents exceptionally well throughout, both mechanically and cosmetically. With just a handful of miles since its completion, this XK150 is eager to be shown or driven spiritedly by its next owner.

2018-02-27 14:34:28 | David writes:

Hi is this lovely XK150 still for sale?
Regards

David.