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209 — The ex-Ray Archibald, 1954 New Zealand International Grand Prix, 1951 Jaguar XK120 3.8-Litre Competition Roadster Registration no. to be advised Chassis no. 660864 Engine no. W2768-7
UK • 14 Sept 2013
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1951 Jaguar XK120, chassis number '660864', boasts a rich racing history, including participation in the 1954 New Zealand International Grand Prix. Formerly owned and raced by Ray Archibald, it has undergone refurbishment with some modifications. The car's unique Grand Prix history and eligibility for prestigious events make it a desirable collector's item.
Condition
7
While the car has undergone refurbishment and has a rebuilt engine, the presence of modifications like the Jaguar MkX cylinder head and all-synchromesh gearbox, along with aero screens and a smaller steering wheel, indicate it's not in original factory condition. The recent engine rebuild and addition of period-correct components like the D-type steering wheel and Borrani wheels improve its condition.
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24,317 miles (via 2016 MOT)
LHD
United Kingdom
660864
1951
Auction
Description
This historic Jaguar XK120 enjoyed a distinguished competition career in New Zealand while in the ownership of the late Ray Archibald, and was driven by him in the 1954 New Zealand International Grand Prix at Ardmore.
Ray's father owned a garage business and motor dealership in Christchurch, to which Ray returned after serving as a fighter pilot with the New Zealand Air Force in WW2.
He had flown Kittyhawks and Corsairs escorting American bombers, battling with Japanese Mitsubishi Zero fighters on a daily basis.
In peacetime, motor racing would provide Ray with some of the thrills of aerial combat.
Archibald's Garage held Citroën and Jowett agencies and so he raced those at first before buying a two-year-old Jaguar XK120 – chassis number '660864', the car offered here.
By this time Archibald's had been appointed Jaguar agents, so the move made good commercial sense, and even more so because at that time the XK120 was the world's fastest production sports car.
Chassis number '6608...
Price Analysis vs Other XK120 Competitions
£54,304
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£155,736
Median Price (Since 2020)
£316,250
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 1st Mar 2017
Latest MOT mileage:
24,317 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 29th Feb 2016, 24,317 miles
Passed
On 2nd Mar 2015, 23,483 miles
MOT Mileage Trend
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