Description
Jack Frost Auto Museum presents "Beauty". A truly exceptional 1957 Jaguar XK140 MC OTS for sale. Rare and collectible MC model roadster (Modified, C-Type). Less than 300 known to exist worldwide. This high performance variant boosted horsepower from 160hp to 210hp, dual exhaust, wire wheels, and the C-Type cylinder head. All numbers matching: Chassis No: S812709 Body No: F12778 Engine No: G8649-8S Gearbox No: JL 35792MS Build Date: August 13th 1956 The "S" prefix in the chassis No. indicates this Jaguar as a special equipment model. Engine: 3.4L Inline 6cyl Double overhead cam. Dual SU side draft carburetors. Gearbox: 4 speed synchro meshed manual. Purchased in 2007 from Arizona. Full restoration began August 8th 2007, completed in July 2010. Body stripped down to metal, show quality paint job in original Sherwood Green (British Racing Green). Interior stripped and completely redone in correct Biscuit color. Engine, gearbox, chassis, and suspension rebuilt. All new electrical, gauges restored. Exterior: Paint has been very well maintained, all brightwork redone and polished to a show quality shine. All glass in excellent shape. Interior: In like new condition, top and side curtains in excellent shape. Custom case made for the removable side curtains. Underbody: As clean as the rest of the car, extremely solid. Taken to shows, paraded, and enjoyed since completion. Has won several awards including best of show at Franklin Concours d'Elegance, Eyes On Design, JAGM Concours d'Elegance, and many more. Detailed Photos of before, during, and after restoration. Extensive paperwork of work done and receipts dating before, during and after restoration. Included with the sale: Detailed photos, receipts, restoration history, all awards, books, shop manuals, tonneau, and car cover. Detailed inside and out, ready for enjoyment. Call/email for more information, photos, or a walk through video. We arrange transportation anywhere in the country for free, ask about out of country transportation. Visit our website www.jackfrostautomuseum.com for full HD photos.
