1953 Jaguar XK-120 FHC
Specifications |
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| Stock: | J53-68S |
| Current condition: | SHOW-DRIVER |
| Performance: | 3,442 cc double overhead camshaft inline V6 2 Weber SU carbs. |
| Transmission: | 4-speed manual |
| Suspension: | Independent Front / Rear |
| Color exterior: | Blue-Gray |
| Color interior: | Gray leather |
| Mileage: | 52,974 |
| Wheels: | Chrome Wire wheels 5x16 |
| Tires: | Dunlop Road Speed |
| Brakes: | Four-wheel drum brakes |
| Vin #: | S680774 |
| Engine #: | G2536-8S |
Description
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History
During the Second World War, William Lyons and his staff designed what would be the world’s first high-volume twin cam engine. After the war, a short wheelbase chassis and a two-seat sports body were married to this new engine and when the XK 120 was introduced at the 1948 Earl’s Court Motor Show. The XK 120’s body was a fresh, minimalist design with gracefully flowing curves running front to back, while the modern chassis design provided excellent handling. The XK inline six-cylinder engine, originally producing 160 horsepower, was mated with a four-speed manual transmission, and provided phenomenal performance.
Authenticity
