1954 Jaguar 3.4L XK120 Roadster - Documented Restoration

Description for Jaguar XK 1954

European Collectibles is pleased to offer this fully restored and matching numbers 1954 Jaguar XK120 Roadster. This beautifully restored Jaguar XK120 was sold new to a doctor in Michigan who owned it for over forty years. After his death in 1995. it was sold to a dealer who sold it in 1996 to a gentleman who used it during the summer months for the next ten years. When. in 2006. a new clutch was necessary (which requires removal of the engine) the decision was made to do a full restoration. The work was carried out by noted Jaguar specialist. Piscazzi Auto Body of Akron. Ohio. Mr. Piscazzi is well-known among Jaguar enthusiasts for building some very high scoring JCNA concours cars. In fact. Mr. Piscazzi embarked on the restoration of this car right after finishing the restoration of his own personal 1952 Jaguar XK120. Although not originally Jaguar Bronze. a similar shade was chosen for this car. The original Suede Green interior color was chosen when this interior was replaced by Frank Konkoly of the Upholstery Shop in Akron. Ohio. The top and original side curtains are black. and the toneau cover is Suede Green. The list of mechanical work performed includes. but is not limited to: rebuilt - cylinder head rebuilt. - new valves. - rebuilt carburetors. - restored intake manifold. - new clutch. - “custom” heavy duty shifting fork. - new throw out bearing. - new water pump. - new belts and hoses (all). - thermo electric fan. - new brakes and wheel cylinders. - completely rebuilt front end. - new oil seals. etc. . etc. Electrical - complete new wiring harness. - rebuilt generator. -rebuilt voltage regulator. - new improved gear reduction starter. - new fuel sending unit. - new batteries. - new coil. - new points. - new condenser. etc. . etc. Miscellaneous - new wood floorboards and trunk boards. - five new radial tires and tubes. stainless steel exhaust. rebuilt rear shocks. - new front shocks. The chrome was plated by Custom Chrome. Since the restoration. this fine Jaguar has been used sparingly and has always been serviced. A recent rebuilding of the brake master cylinder has just been completed along with several test drives by the mechanic to ensure proper sorting. Please note that although not restored to its original paint color. this Jaguar has all of its factory numbered components in place - engine block. cylinder head. transmission and body. Receipts and photos from the restoration are also included in the sale. We welcome bidders from anywhere in the world. We are happy to arrange shipping on your behalf. but all associated charges are the responsibility of the buyer. CA residents are required to pay sales tax. license and registration.