1957 Jaguar XK140 Roadster

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The XK120’s sensational blend of beauty and performance had put Jaguar on the map as a leading builder of great sports cars – especially in America. To keep pace with the increasing demand overseas, the British automaker refined and upgraded the mighty XK120 where it could, resulting in the XK140 for the 1955 model year. The proven William Heynes-designed 3.4-liter inline-six remained under the long, sweeping bonnet, now three inches further forward and producing an additional ten horsepower. The newly spacious cabin could also be had as an open top Drop Head Coupe or Roadster like its predecessor, with the latter offering the ability to fold the top out of sight behind the seats to enjoy open-air, relaxed cruising. The XK140 also brought a softer suspension, rack and pinion steering, and improved brakes to the already capable XK platform, resulting in one of the best performing and most collectible models in Jaguar’s history.

Highlights  

• Offered from The SoCal Collection

• Numbers-matching engine, head, and body as per its Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate 

• 3.4-liter XK inline-six topped with dual SU carburetors 

• Four-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in a black exterior paint job

• Red leather-trimmed seats, door panels, and dashboard 

• 16-inch chrome wire wheels with knock-off center hubs 

• This 1957 Jaguar XK140 Roadster is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just over 42,100 miles at the time of listing, however, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Dual fender mirrors 

• Chrome bumpers with over-riders, front and rear 

• Wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel 

• Passenger grab handle 

• Door pockets 

• Electric clock 

• Carpeted floor mats 

• Bright emergency brake handle 

• Dashboard-mounted rearview mirror 

• 140 mph speedometer 

• Four-wheel drum brakes 

• Dual exhaust outlets 

Known Imperfections 

• Some minor paint flaws noticeable in areas upon close inspection 

Included 

• Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

• Spare wheel

• Service records

Ownership History

The accompanying Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate shows that this 1957 Jaguar XK140 Roadster was originally dispatched to Jaguar Cars, New York on 5 February 1957. The consignor reportedly acquired the car in 2010.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.

Contact: Jakob Greisen Phone: 415.480.9028 email: jgreisen@hagerty.com