2009-08-22 11:18:44 | pauls writes:

Car listed in Hemmings:
www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/jaguar/xk_140mc/853729.html

Sellers description:
One of the finest examples anywhere, with a show quality, recent restoration -A real 100 point car $155,000
Dealer Information:

Fox Motorsports
4110 Sparks Drive
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

2025-06-22 21:53:58 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

classiccars.com/listings/view/1959569/1956-jaguar-xk140-for-sale-in-dyer-indiana ...

Seller's description:

Price: $89,900

Location:Dyer, Indiana

1956 Jaguar XK140 MC roadster

Exterior Color: British Racing Green

Interior Color: Biscuit

Transmission: Manual

Odometer: 5287

With the very rare C Type package.

This Jaguar XK140 is the very limited MC version, from the factory, with the upgraded C-type package that includes the C-type high compression cylinder head that increases the horse power from 190 to 210, special suspension for better and more precise handling with telescopic shock absorbers, wire wheels, driving lights, windshield squirters, dual exhaust.

The exact mileage is not known as the mileage was set back to zero when the car was restored and currently the odometer reads 5,287 miles. 

Top this off with everybody’s favorite color for a Jaguar XK140 of British Racing Green with Biscuit leather interior and the tightest, best looking convertible top on a XK140. The car of course has side curtains to match the top. Car comes with a full Tonneau cover.

Also with the C upgrade package on this car at 210 hp were known to outrun a 1956 Corvette both on acceleration and top speed. 

This is a true and very rare Jaguar XK140 that has everything in place for “show time” or long range touring. This is absolutely a show car that can also be driven long distances as it was meant to be. 

Vehicle Highlights: 

Engine: Matching-numbers 3.4L inline-six, Type C

Transmission: 4-speed manual.

Restoration: Comprehensive, concours-quality restoration completed in the early 2000s

Condition: Show-quality throughout – always garage-kept and meticulously maintained. Restored circa 2000.