• Year of manufacture 
    1953
  • Car type 
    Other
  • Lot number 
    085
  • Drive 
    LHD
  • Condition 
    Used
  • Location
    United States
  • Exterior colour 
    Other

Description

Jaguar roared back to sports car prominence with the postwar introduction of the XK120, which became an instant favorite for rallies and racing. Predictably, enthusiasts craved more performance – resulting in the SE “Special Equipment” model, which featured dual exhaust, revised camshafts, and wire wheels.

The SE offered here received a nut-and-bolt restoration completed in July 2015 with an emphasis toward spirited driving. The engine was rebuilt by noted XK race-engine builder Antech in Monterey, Massachusetts. Rare, optional SU H8 sand-cast carburetors and a C-Type specification cylinder head were substituted to provide peak horsepower while maintaining a relatively stock, if uprated, specification. Other improvements include a more modern five-speed gearbox, aluminum radiator, electric fan, oil cooler, and a discreetly hidden alternator with corresponding negative-ground conversion.

The paint and frame-off assembly work were completed by Jaguar specialist Tom Jaycox of Canaan, Connecticut, utilizing the original color scheme of Battleship Grey over Red leather. A new wiring harness was fitted during the chassis rebuild. A wood-rim steering wheel was also added, along with a hydraulic clutch conversion and modified pedal box, which increases comfort for taller drivers. New 60-spoke painted wire wheels and Blockley tires complete the aggressive, near-stock appearance. The finished car is an extremely handsome example of a fully restored SE Roadster, with tasteful performance and reliability upgrades to maximize its next owner’s enjoyment.


Gooding & Company
1517 20th Street
Santa Monica  90404  California
United States
Contact Person Kontaktperson
First name 
Gooding & Company

Phone 
+1 (310) 899-1960