Jaguar XK120 Coupé 1954 for sale

Jaguar XK120 Coupé - Model: Jaguar XK 120 Coupé matching - Year: 1954 - Transmission: 5 speeds - Exterior color: Black - Interior color: Bordeaux Cartier - Registration: French - CforCar presents this splendid Jaguar XK120, sold new in France, through the importer of the time Charles Delecroix. Therefore, the specifications of the French market are found: Marchal headlights (and not the famous tripods), and turn signals behind the windows. It is one of the 240 imported at the time, according to Bernard Viart's book "Sport and Tradition". This Jaguar has belonged to the same owner for over 30 years. We know the history of this car since 1971. Totally restored in 2014 and perfectly maintained over the years, this car comes out of a major overhaul, where a modern 5-speed gearbox was installed (original gearbox available). With its custom suitcases, embark on one of the most beautiful post-war coupes. A small clarification: our specimen is full matching numbers. Rare on the market! - Chassis: The lift confirms a perfectly restored car, with a total absence of corrosion, a sign of a high-quality restoration. - Engine and transmission: The engine runs perfectly, starts cold/hot, with oil pressure within the manufacturer's specifications. The modern gearbox (5 speeds) allows for driving on major highways, and thus considering very long journeys. - Bodywork: Restored a few years ago, it is a bodywork without any defects that we propose to you. - Interior: Without any tears or stains, the seats retain a beautiful patina, in their Cartier color. The carpets are in perfect condition. There is a set of two suitcases adapted to the trunk of this XK120, in red color. - Price: Euro 99,000.