1959 Jaguar XK 150

1959 Jaguar 3.4L XK150S Roadster ⢠VIN T831958DN ⢠Engine no. VS1742-9 ⢠Heritage Trust Certificate The introduction of the new XK150 in 1957 marked the most significant evolution of Jaguarâs legendary XK series since the XK120âs debut in 1948. In mechanical terms, the new 150 was similar to the outgoing 140, with independent front suspension, Salisbury rear axle, and rack and pinion steering. New for the 150, however, was the addition of the Dunlop four-wheel disc brakes, which were instrumental in Jaguarâs five wins at Le Mans in the 1950s. The body is taller and wider overall to accommodate a more spacious cockpit, and the styling was revised with slab sides to freshen and modernize the design language. In keeping with tradition, the XK150 was available as an open two-seat roadster, drophead coupe, or closed fixed-head coupe. Power continued to come from the 3.4-liter version of the XK twin-cam inline-six, fitted with twin SU carburetors in standard form. The optional âSâ package was available in 1958, which added triple 2-inch SU carbs and a straight-port C-Type cylinder head to bump output to an impressive 250 horsepower and help the XK150 live up to its Le Mans-proven roots. Only the last of the line, 3.8-liter S, would make more power in the XK series. Buyers responded well to the modernized styling and improved comfort and performance, particularly from the SE and S models, and sales were up slightly over the XK140. Ultimately, the XK150 proved to be a fitting swansong to the legendary XK line, setting the stage for the arrival of Jaguarâs next sensational sports car, the E-Type. The XK150S Roadster was originally a U.S. delivery, completed on January 12, 1959, dispatched ten days later on January 22, 1959, and shipped to the United States through Jaguar Cars New York. Currently finished in Red over Red upholstery, its original color combination was Pearl Grey over Red, verified by the Jaguar-Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate. The paintwork is in good overa