1959 Jaguar XK150 3.4 Litre FHC

Estimate: £45,000 - £55,000*

Reg No: RP 1253 MOT: T.B.A

Chassis No: 824849DN

The final iteration of the original XK line was the 150. Though a logical progression of the XK140, subtle changes to the bodywork gave it a distinctly more modern air. The split windscreen was replaced with a single sweep of toughened glass and the scuttle height was raised; along with the waistline. The bonnet was widened and the dashboard trimmed in leather rather than walnut. Thinner doors provided more interior space. Initially powered by a 3442cc derivative of Jaguar’s Le Mansproven DOHC straight-six engine, the XK150 could be specified with an enlarged 3781cc unit from late 1959 onwards. By the time the model was superseded by the E-Type in 1961, some 4,445 Fixed Head Coupes, 2,672 Drophead Coupes and 2,265 Roadsters had been produced.

Chassis no. 824849DN was manufactured in 1959 and was supplied to the home market, being registered new on the 22nd of July 1959. Fitted with the straight-six 3442cc engine, the Jaguar presents well in complementary Green paintwork with a Green leather interior and carpeting and rides on wire wheels. Boasting matching chassis and engine numbers, the XK150 entered into the previous ownership, that of leading XK specialists Twyford Moors, in 2003. Subject to extensive restoration and upgrading, ‘RP 1253’ was repainted and specified with seat belts, with the mechanicals uprated with a four-speed automatic transmission, improved braking throughout, a power steering conversion, an expansion header tank, and high impulse starter, making the XK150 a very usable example.

Acquired into the vendor’s private collection in 2004, the Jaguar is now offered for sale due to a reduction of his collection. Offered with a history file that contains a large collection of previous MOTs and invoices, the Jaguar is accompanied by a current V5C document and is expected to possess a fresh MOT in time for sale. Running well during our photography session, ‘RP 1253’ is a sensibly upgraded example, with the work completed by a well-renowned marque specialist, with usability in mind.