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1949 Jaguar XK120 Super Sport Alloy Body
UK
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AI Listing Summary
This 1949 aluminium-bodied Jaguar XK120 roadster, chassis 670033, is a historically significant vehicle with a racing pedigree. It was originally supplied to Hollywood and used by its dealer proprietor, with notable celebrities test driving it.
Condition
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50,000 miles
670033
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
657YUM
1949
Classified
Description
Chassis no.
670033 is an aluminium-bodied lightweight Jaguar XK120 roadster.
In its original colours of cream with a two-tone red and biscuit interior it was despatched from the factory in 1949 to International Motors, the authorised Jaguar dealer in Hollywood, California.
The car was used by Roger Barlow, the proprietor of International Motors, as his demonstrator and stars such as Audrey Hepburn and Clarke Gable regularly test drove his cars prior to their purchase.
Road racing was taking off in the USA in the 1950s and Roger Barlow raced chassis 670033 at the inaugural Palm Springs race meeting.
The car was also entered in the Sandown Hill
Climb on the West Coast, amongst other events in the States.
Price Analysis vs Other XK120 Roadster Alloys
£72,307
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£156,788
Median Price (Since 2020)
£228,268
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 28th Jan 2016
Latest MOT mileage:
50,406 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 29th Jan 2015, 50,406 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- manual screen washer bottle provided
Failed
On 15th Aug 2014, 50,406 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Failed
On 24th Jun 2013, 50,236 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)
- Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)
User Entered:
- nearside rear brake binding slightly
Passed
On 24th Jun 2013, 50,236 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
User Entered:
- nearside rear brake binding slightly
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Meet the Seller
Classic Automobiles Worldwide Ltd
Quin Hay Farm, Froxfield, Nr, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 1BZ
Located in Petersfield, Hampshire, Classic Automobiles Worldwide Ltd is a dealership handling classic, vintage, and collector vehicles. They provide vehicle sales, brokerage, and international shipping.
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