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£90,850 (Est: £80,000 - £100,000)

1955 Jaguar XK140 Drophead Coupé

United Kingdom • 19 Sept 2026

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1955 Jaguar XK140 Drophead Coupé is a desirable right-hand drive model, one of only 479 made, featuring matching numbers and a heritage of professional restoration and sympathetic upgrades. Its history includes participation in rallies and even a television appearance, supported by a comprehensive history file and a recent MOT, making it a well-preserved classic.

Condition

8

The car underwent a professional body-off restoration in the 1990s, had its engine professionally rebuilt in 2013, and has received extensive sympathetic upgrades. It has been well-maintained with recent servicing by reputable specialists and has an MOT until June 2027. While it has seen some use in rallies and television, the comprehensive restoration and ongoing maintenance suggest it is in excellent condition, requiring only minor reconditioning if any.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

807335

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

THG 235

RHD/LHD:

RHD

• Right-hand drive, manufactured in the UK 16th December 1955 • Original colour – Birch Grey • Matching chassis and engine numbers • Professionally restored in the 1990s • Engine professionally rebuilt in 2013 • Extensive sympathetic upgrades One of only 479 right-hand drive XK140 drophead coupés made, this example was built in December 1955 and has had five owners since 1979 with only two owners in the past 20 years.

Between 1992 and 1997, a 'body off' restoration was carried out by P&K Thornton (invoices on file) and then in 2005 the XK was purchased by the immediately preceding owner from marque specialists JD Classics.

In 2010 Twyford Moors repainted the car and fitted a new hood, tonneau cover and Ford MT75 five-speed manual gearbox that provides silk smooth gear changes compared to the original Moss box which is also supplied with the car.

Additional noteworthy upgrades include front disc brakes, negative earth electrics, an alternator, and coil-assisted rear dampers all fitte...