1956 Jaguar XK140 3.4L "Special Equipment" Drophead Coupe!

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Please D O N O T bid if you do not have funds in hand and/or cannot complete the transaction! We welcome and encourage inspections during the listing time frame. 1956 Jaguar XK140 3. 4L "Special Equipment" Drophead CoupeChassis No. A818883DNEngine No. G7861-8 Beautiful Drophead Coupe with Overdrive Transmission Numbers-Matching as Verified by Jaguar Heritage Trust Recent Major Service Completed A Very Rare German Delivery Example Excellent Tour. Rally. and Casual Show Ready Example Fully AccessorizedSpecial Equipment model - Wire Wheels. Dual Exhaust. and Lucas Driving lampsStriking Color Combination and Overall PresentationChassis Number decoded - A= special equipment model 818883=serial number DN= equipped with Laycock de Normanville overdrive. From 1948 to 1954. the brilliant XK 120 established Jaguar at the forefront of sports car manufacturers with its elemental yet graceful lines and impressive performance. It was soon clear that its sound original design could easily be improved and updated. As such. the XK 140 arrived in late 1954 with a comprehensive list of improvements designed to overcome the few shortcomings of its predecessor. The XK 140 provided enhanced performance and passenger comfort to maintain Jaguar's appeal. particularly in the all-important U. S. market. This original left-hand drive Drophead Coupe was completed on September 10. 1956. destined for Deutschland on the 25th of September through R. M. Overseas in Frankfurt. The car was purchased new by Ivan S. Ponteatine. most likely a U. S. citizen stationed at Schloss-Kaserne in Butzbach. Germany. It is believed the car remained in central Europe for the majority of its life. resurfacing in Switzerland in the early 1990's. In years following. the 140 made its way to the U. S. and today displays a beautifully executed older restoration and makes for a well driving open sporting Jaguar. The DHC was the most luxurious and expensive of the XK100 series. available for the first time in 1953. Whereas the roadster was a bare bones open car. the drophead coupe featured exterior door handles. retractable glass windows an insulated boot that can lower within seconds and lavish wood throughout the deluxe interior. Finished in Pacific Blue Paintwork over beautiful corresponding leather upholstery and top. nice brightwork throughout. well-paired to bright chrome wire wheels with ear knockoffs and Dunlop bias-plys and rare amber Lucas fog lamps upfront; the unique styling cues of this Jaguar strongly convey the essence of a classic British roadster. The Special Equipment Drophead carries a matching Spare Assembly. Owner's Manual and Tool roll with t-wrench. grease gun. a wooden knockoff wrench and proper Thor hammer. Additionally. an array of nostalgic driving accessories accompany the car including leather driving goggles. gloves and cashmere scarf. As a highly sought after XK140 in Jaguar's lineup. this Drophead Coupe will certainly command attention from any astute sports car enthusiast. Mechanically well sorted thanks to its fresh top-to-bottom 2013 service by DriverSource : Fine Motorcars. including a complete engine-out overhaul including gaskets. hoses. waterpump. cooling system. clutch and assembly. with new filters. fluids. fuel lines. batteries. tie rods. motor mounts. carburetor rebuilds and more. with no expenses spared (invoice available upon request). Needless to say. this desirable convertible makes an outstanding touring candidate and reliable driver. To find a turn-key 1950's open European sports car in today's market at this value is a tough feat. Eligible for a wide variety of events throughout the world and just a fine example to collect and use sparingly. we strongly encourage your consideration. We also welcome and encourage inspections and are happy to arrange test drives. Full Resolution Photos: 1956 Jaguar XK140 DHC $147. 00. 00Offers welcomedTo learn more about this vehicle. please contact our sales department at (281) 497-1000 or sales@driversource. comSelling Made Simple. A Leading Buyer of Fine Motorcars since 2005. We purchase classic European sport cars - One Vehicle or Entire Collections. Being sold "AS-IS" "WHERE-IS" and with NO WARRANTIES. By bidding. you are committing to purchase this vehicle. and not the option to withdraw. We welcome and encourage inspections during the listing time frame. Please DO NOT BUY if you do not understand the terms - Backing out of the sale after the auction has concluded is unacceptable. We are more than happy to discuss the car and auction with you by telephone - Please contact: Jose Romero or Brandon Mason at (281) 497-1000. We can help arrange shipping worldwide.