• Converted to competition specification by Trevor Groom • XK Challenge winner in 2002 • Successful Classic Le Mans participant 2002 and 2006 • Present ownership since 2019 Newly introduced for 1955, the Jaguar XK140 was broadly similar to, though more refined than, its sensational XK120 predecessor, major engineering changes being confined to the repositioning of the engine 3" further forward and the adoption of rack-and-pinion steering.

The suspension and brakes remained much as before, though with stiffer torsion bars at the front and telescopic shock absorbers replacing lever type at the rear.

Outwardly the newcomer was distinguishable by its revised radiator grille, rear lights incorporating flashing indicators, and larger bumpers.

The power unit remained Jaguar's well-tried, 3.4-litre, twin-cam six.

A close-ratio gearbox enabled better use to be made of the increased performance and overdrive became an option for the first time.

This Jaguar XK140 coupé was converted for comp...