This 1957 Jaguar XK140 MC roadster was completed on January 23, 1957 and distributed in the US through Jaguar Cars of New York. It was refurbished between 2010 and 2013 by XK’s Unlimited , and work included a repaint in black, along with installing a five-speed manual transmission, Wilwood front disc brakes, and an aluminum radiator. Additional equipment includes a black soft top, dual SU carburetors, Lucas front driving lamps, and knock-off wire wheels.
The 3.4-liter inline-six features dual SU carburetors and was rebuilt during the refurbishment. An aluminum fuel tank and an aluminum radiator with an electric fan have been installed. A five-speed manual synchromesh transmission and a lightweight flywheel were installed during the refurbishment. The removed four-speed manual transmission is included in the sale and bears stamping JL 35680, which matches the number shown on the Production Record Trace Certificate.
The Production Record Trace certificate show the factory colors and identification numbers along with a completion date of January 23, 1957.
The car was finished from the factory in Cream and was repainted in black during the aforementioned refurbishment. Details include a black soft top, Lucas front driving lamps, and a two-piece windshield. A black tonneau cover and a pair of removable side curtains will accompany the vehicle.
Chrome wire wheels are secured by knock-off spinners and mounted with Vredestein Sprint Classic tires. A matching spare is housed in the trunk. Wilwood front disc brakes were installed during the refurbishment, and the car rides on Spax Krypton shock absorbers.
The interior was re-trimmed with tan leather upholstery and a color-coordinated dashboard and door panels. Appointments include a dash-mounted rearview mirror, a passenger grab handle, map pockets, and a wood shift knob.
A wood-rimmed Moto-Lita steering wheel sits ahead of a central instrument panel housing Smiths instrumentation that was reportedly refurbished by West Valley Instrument Specialists.
The five-digit odometer shows approximately 700 miles, total mileage is unknown.
