2022-08-06 08:21:49 | Reno writes:

on Auction at the Mecum Monterey 2022:

www.mecum.com/lots/CA0822-520404/1954-jaguar-xk120-fixed-head-coupe/

Description:

1 of 2,672 XK120 Fixed Head Coupes produced from 1951-1954

Factory left-hand drive U.S. Specification car

Chassis No. 681179

Engine No. W84228

Body No. J3200

Matching numbers 3.4L DOHC inline 6-cylinder engine

Twin SU side-draft carburetors

4-speed manual gearbox

Suede Green paint

Green leather upholstery

Walnut burl dashboard

Lucas electric system

Smiths instrumentation

Rear fender skirts

16-inch painted steel wheels with trim rings and center caps

Bias-ply 6.00-16 Blackwall tires

Spare, jack and lug wrench in boot

2023-03-28 14:32:40 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 3/23

www.mecum.com/lots/AZ0323-561132/1953-jaguar-xk120-fixed-head-coupe/

Lot T129.1 Glendale 2023 Mar 28-Apr 1

1953 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe

Factory left-hand drive U.S. specification car

Chassis No. 681179

Engine No. W84228

Body No. J3200

Matching numbers 3.4L DOHC inline 6-cylinder engine

Twin SU side-draft carburetors

4-speed manual gearbox

Suede Green paint

Green leather upholstery

Walnut burl dashboard

Lucas electrical system

Smiths instrumentation

Rear fender skirts

16-inch painted steel wheels with trim rings and center caps

Bias-ply 6.00-16 Blackwall tires

Spare, jack and lug wrench in boot

Old registrations

Photos

Receipts

2023-08-01 15:08:28 | pauls writes:

Returns to auction 8/23

www.mecum.com/lots/1085254/1953-jaguar-xk120-fixed-head-coupe/

Auction description:

Lot F137 // Monterey 2023

Estimate: $75,000 - $100,000

Odometer reads 64,688 miles

VIN / Serial 681179

Finished in Suede Green over green leather upholstery accented by a handsome burled walnut dash and door cappings, this factory left-hand drive, U.S.-specification example bears Chassis No. 681179, Engine No. W84228 and Body No. J3200. The matching-numbers 3.4L DOHC inline 6-cylinder engine, mounting twin SU side-draft carburetors, is paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox. Desirable highlights include a proper Lucas electrical system, Smiths instruments, sleek rear fender skirts and 16-inch painted steel wheels mounting trim rings, center caps and bias-ply 6.00-16 blackwall tires. A spare, roadside jack and lug wrench are mounted within the rear boot. Documents include historic registrations, receipts and photographs.

Otherwise same as above

2025-07-14 12:02:12 | pauls writes:

Car now on BaT

bringatrailer.com/listing/1953-jaguar-xk120-19/

Auction description:

Seller: boardhoarder

Location: Monterey, California

Chassis: 681179

65k Miles Shown

3.4-Liter Inline-Six

Dual SU Carburetors

Four-Speed Manual Transmission

Suede Green Paint

Suede Green Leather Upholstery

16″ Steel Wheels w/Hubcaps

Heritage Trust Certificate

Service records

Private Party or Dealer: Private Party

Lot #201340

This 1953 Jaguar XK120 is a Fixed Head Coupe that was built on May 7, 1953 and delivered new via Hornburg Jaguar of Los Angeles, California. The car is powered by a 3.4-liter inline-six linked with a four-speed manual transmission and is finished in Suede Green over matching leather. Equipment includes dual SU carburetors, a split front windshield, chrome bumpers and bumperettes, 16″ steel wheels with hubcaps and bright trim rings, rear fender skirts, burl wood trim, lap belts, and Smiths gauges. The car previously participated in the California Mille and was acquired by the current owner in 2023. This XK120 Fixed Head Coupe is now offered by the seller on behalf of the current owner with a Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate, service records, prior JCNA judging sheets, and a clean California title in the owner’s name.

The car came finished from the factory in Suede Green and received a two-stage repaint in 1989 following dent repairs, while one of the fender skirts was repaired and repainted in 1995. Exterior equipment includes a split front windshield, chrome front bumpers, chrome rear bumperettes, and a polished exhaust outlet. The seller notes cracks on top of the left front fender and other imperfections in the paint.

The 16″ steel wheels with hubcaps and bright trim rings are mounted with older Columbia Deluxe tires that should be replaced. The car was factory equipped with an independent front suspension with telescopic-type hydraulic shock absorbers as well as semi-elliptical rear leaf springs and Girling hydraulic rear shock absorbers. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel drums.

The cabin features bucket seats with Suede Green leather upholstery complemented by color-coordinated door panels and carpets. Amenities include burl wood trim, lap belts, and a dashboard-mounted rearview mirror. The seller notes that the carpets are worn.

The four-spoke steering wheel fronts Smiths instrumentation including a 140-mph speedometer, a reverse-sweep 6k-rpm tachometer with an inset analog clock, and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 65k miles, approximately 300 of which were added under current ownership.

The 3.4-liter DOHC inline-six features dual SU carburetors and was factory rated at 160 horsepower.

Power is routed to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission, which was rebuilt in 1999. Various oil leaks are noted.

The Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate lists the factory colors and serial numbers.

2025-07-14 13:25:18 | Comment writes:

This car was owned for many years by “the voice of the Pebble Beach Concours”, Rev. Paul Woudenberg. Paul was the Concours announcer from 1980-2009, and spent a few years as Chief Class Judge prior to that.

2025-07-21 14:57:47 | Capt RD writes:

Bid to USD $60,000 on 7/21/2025

Reserve not met BAT AUCTION

2025-07-21 15:00:22 | Capt RD writes:

SOLD 2023 Mecum Monterey

$88,000 +