£53,750 (Est: £60,000 - £70,000)
1957 Jaguar XK150 Convertible to 3.8 Litre 'S' Specification Recent engine overhaul and numerous upgrades
United Kingdom • 18 Mar 2026 • Lot 91
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1957 Jaguar XK150 Convertible has been upgraded to a 3.8 Litre 'S' specification and features several modern enhancements like a five-speed gearbox and power steering. While it has a documented restoration and recent engine overhaul, it also had periods of disuse and required recommissioning, making it a solid driver rather than a show car.
Condition
7
The car has undergone a bare-chassis restoration and has been upgraded with modern components, indicating it's been well-maintained. However, it was a non-runner when acquired by the vendor and required recommissioning, and there's mention of previous states of disrepair, suggesting it's not in pristine condition.
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Manual
Transmission:
S834794DN
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
600 BF
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
LHD
The 1950s saw Jaguar win the world's greatest endurance race—the Le Mans 24 Hours—more times (five) than any other manufacturer.
A blend of existing and new technology, the XK150 was the Coventry firm's last model to feature a separate chassis but its first to be available with four-wheel disc brakes.
Unveiled in 1959, the range-topping 3.8-litre 'S' could be had in Roadster, Fixed Head Coupé or Drophead Coupé guises (the latter being the most expensive).
With a quoted 265bhp and 260lb.
ft.
of torque on tap thanks to its straight-port cylinder head and triple SU carburettors, Jaguar's flagship sports car could only be had with four-speed manual plus overdrive transmission.
Reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 7.6 seconds and 141mph, its performance was on a par with rival Aston Martin, Maserati and Ferrari offerings.
Resplendent in Jaguar Signal Red, this fine XK150 dhc, prepared to 3.8-litre S specification, has benefitted from much careful attention during the 28 years since its or...
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£36,562
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£81,958
Median Price (Since 2020)
£172,500
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Nov 28 2012
Latest MOT Mileage
24,016 miles
Registration Date
1998-11-23
MOT History
Passed
On Nov 29 2011 with 24,016 miles
Passed
On Aug 02 2011 with 23,941 miles
Passed
On Jun 23 2010 with 23,926 miles
Passed
On May 29 2009 with 23,839 miles
Failed
On May 29 2009 with 23,835 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- handbrake lever high
- loose connection on brake light switch
Passed
On Mar 19 2008 with 23,509 miles
Passed
On Sep 07 2006 with 23,393 miles
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