1956 Jaguar XK 140 MC 3.4 OTS

Specifications
Stock: J56-680
Current condition: SHOW-DRIVER
Performance: 6 cylinders, overhead cam, Twin SU carbs
Transmission: 4 speed with over drive
Color exterior: Imperial Maroon
Color interior: Beige
Mileage: 70,339 showing
Wheels: Chrome wire wheels
Tires: 6-50-16 Coker wide white walls
Vin #: S812680
Engine #: G8543-8S
Other 1: Body Number: F102748
Other 2: Transmission Number: JL31711CP
Description

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History

The XK 140 was introduced in 1954 with major changes in appearance and engineering. Externally, the classic lines were retained but were protected by sturdier bumpers to give better protection, both front and rear. From the rear, the basic lines were remained, but the finish features were completely restyled. Although the external appearance of the XK-140 was significantly altered, the major changes were mechanical. The most important change was the repositioning of the engine three inches forward on the chassis. This not only afforded additional passenger room, it also provided space for the battery in the font fender well, thus freeing the area behind the seats for a jump seat and/or additional storage. This “MC”- means modified with a C-type cylinder head aptly called a “red head” (i.e. more performance), includes fog lamps, twin exhausts, J- headlights, windshield washer, and a collection of engine refinements, and overdrive.

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