Burns & Co Classic Car Auction - Results Bayswater Classic Car Timed Online Auction - 6th February 2022 1955 XK140 manual Coupe. Factory RHD Australian delivered car 1 of only 839 RHD fixed head coupes made worldwide. Purchased new in 1955 by a doctor in Orange, NSW from Bryson’s in Sydney. The XK140 has gone through an extremely thorough restoration with every facet of this car restored to better than new condition. The exterior is finished in a red tone and biscuit leather interior with contrasting piping.
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The interior components are all finished with correct original materials.
radio and optional valve driven amplifier also reside in their original locations.
The timber work has been painstakingly restored as have the gauges with a handmade African mahogany steering wheel.
Mechanical work done by JagDaim of Carrum Downs, body work by Auto Bling of Braeside in Melbourne, and body and paint by Andrews Auto Restorations
Fitted with new wire wheels and upgraded power assisted Jaguar disc brakes.
Provided with extensive photo library of the restoration process, the quality of this vehicle is undeniable.
Original matching numbers engine with a new five speed gearbox.
The XK140 currently shows 45 miles since its restoration. Sold $245,000
Air conditioning has been discretely fitted under the dash and the original
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