The brilliantly designed Jaguar XK120 needs little introduction – its dashing good looks and published 120 mph top speed provided all that most early buyers needed to know. According to a history compiled by a previous owner, this XK120 was held by five New York resident owners from new, until it was acquired by Mark Smith in 2013.

Contained within copies of 1960-dated newsletters from various New York State automobile clubs on file, it is evident that the Jaguar’s second owner, Bob Phillips, made several visual enhancements to the car. Amazingly, they remain in place to this day. The interior’s kick panels and door cards have been pleated in tan leather in the same pattern as the seat cushions, and engine-turned aluminum panels have been added to the outer panels of the dashboard. A Moto-Lita-style steering wheel further accents the custom look. The trunk has been similarly lined with pleated leather and the chromed tool kit has been put on permanent display on the trunk floor in a custom-sewn clear-plastic holder. A caption in one of the newsletters in which it appeared, states that the Jaguar had won most of the 20 concours it had entered.

Offered with its stock steering wheel modified with engine-turned spokes, and side curtains in their canvas pouch, this uniquely outfitted XK120 offers a beautifully preserved glimpse into how many show-winning entries were prepared over 60 years ago. It would certainly be a thrill to introduce it to a new generation of enthusiasts.

*Please note that this Lot, like all vehicles in this Auction, has been in long-term static storage and may not be currently operational. It will require mechanical attention prior to any road use.

Gooding & Company presents and conducts the Estate of Mark Smith Auction under the authority of John J. Rendemonti, Executor of the Estate of Mark J. Smith, duly appointed by the Circuit Court of the State of New Hampshire, Probate Division, Case Number 312-2022-ET-00072. The Estate has compiled available title and/or registration paperwork for the Vehicles offered in the Auction and will provide such paperwork to the Buyer if it is available. However, as set forth more fully in the Conditions of Sale, neither the Estate nor Gooding makes any representation or warranty with respect to any existing certificate of title or registration with regard to any Lot in the Auction. Any Lot may be sold on a Bill of Sale. By participating in this Auction, all bidders and buyers recognize that Estate and Gooding have expressly disclaimed all such warranties concerning the availability or sufficiency of any title or registration documentation.