[{"id": 5574956, "authorName": "casualcollector", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/casualcollector/", "bidAmount": 19560, "content": "$19,560 bid placed by casualcollector", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610240877, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5574964, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Casualcollector. It is appreciated for the first bid, but may I direct your attention to the appraisal comment in the text and the photo of the document from Nov 2015, pre-restoration. Cheers", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610240997, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5574984, "authorName": "Britcarsinmyblood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/britcarsinmyblood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning. If I wasn't restoring a 120 now.....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610241333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5574985, "authorName": "JerryJagguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jerryjagguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My very first car was a \u201854 XK120. I cleaned it and polished it and showed it to everyone how beautiful and fast it was. But now I am looking at a fantastic XK. Thank Seller, two big thumbs up on what you have done.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610241339, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5574987, "authorName": "casualcollector", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/casualcollector/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rock_Doc. I don't think anyones trying to place their final bid with 9-days to go ;) Just figured I'd kick things off on what is clearly a beautiful example of an XK140. GLWTA!", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1610241392, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5574995, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "dear casual, jerry and brit. Thanks for the thumbs up", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610241458, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575021, "authorName": "Captjmk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/captjmk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Delicious eye candy!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1610242303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575026, "authorName": "Captjmk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/captjmk/", "bidAmount": 51956, "content": "$51,956 bid placed by Captjmk", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610242450, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5575037, "authorName": "3Dogs2Eyes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3dogs2eyes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, I wonder what would have happened had the usual first bid of the car's year had been placed.... I guess any bids now need to have 6 figures", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1610242637, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575043, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Captjmk thanks for the interest!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610242937, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575049, "authorName": "Jperell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jperell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking restoration. This will bring all the money, as it should. I\u2019m still surprised that the rubber pedal covers for the gas, brake and clutch are missing. GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610242995, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575051, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "jperell, yes it was noticed during the photography and will be come installed with the sell. thanks for your perceptive analysis", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610243078, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575141, "authorName": "usmcfred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/usmcfred/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have owned an XK140 MC OTS for 30 years. My car is the red this car was originally based on the pre-restoration period pics. These are fantastic looking and driving cars and much more comfortable to drive than the 120 due to additional leg room for us Yanks, Do not miss a small but important rare option this 140 possesses ... Overdrive. This makes cruising at today's highway speeds much easier on the motor RPM's. A gorgeous Roadster and good luck to the Seller and the new Owner as well. usmcfred", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610245575, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575145, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "usmcfred, thanks for your insight on 140's it is a wonderful car and I'm sure the buyer will have years of enjoyment. cheers", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610245850, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575166, "authorName": "packardparadise", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/packardparadise/", "bidAmount": 75000, "content": "$75,000 bid placed by packardparadise", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610246566, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5575171, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "packardp greatly appreciate your participation.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610246708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575183, "authorName": "sirmathrocks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sirmathrocks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Folks... What is the difference between SE and the 140 MC models?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610247237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575199, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "sirmathrocks, thanks for the querry. They mean the same thing. Twith here were 2 types of engines provided to the 140's. In the UK, if the 140 is equipped with the competition heads noted by 'C Jaguar' on the valve covers, which provide an extra 20 hp, to 210hp for SE/MC versus 190 hp for the 140. In the US, MC (modified competition) is the term applied to the exact same jag 140SE. Unsure why the distinction was done in the US. Since the cars are made in the UK, the title will designate SE (special equipment)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610247686, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575215, "authorName": "Jadelva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jadelva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Look like a great car, few details. Jaime I", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610248692, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575227, "authorName": "Jadelva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jadelva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rock_Doc. Thanks for Photos 222 and 226. All number are the for and honest XK140MC. Lot of work to be one of the best. The $$$$$$$ are coming. Godspeed. Jaime I", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610249151, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575236, "authorName": "SaabFan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is the BEST color for these, IMO. Old English White a close 2nd.\r\nLovely! \r\nGLWTS!!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610249829, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575267, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "jadelve and saabfan. thanks for the comments. The xk jags came equipped with aluminum hemi heads, the earliest application for jag which established the design for years to come", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610250650, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575280, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A \"Casting number\" is 3 dimensional-a \"Stamping number\" is pressed/stamped into the metal. Somehow we lose much through college education!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610251258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575284, "authorName": "Jadelva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jadelva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rock_Doc. On Photo 77, the comisi\u00f3n Plate is riveted on your car, please correct that mistake. There attach on the body by 4 slotted Panhead bolts. Send me your address, or Ck Kat Kare of Puerto Rico and Monday morning I will FedEx or USPS to you. Your beautiful XK140MC deserve the detail. Godspeed. Jaime I", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1610251369, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575286, "authorName": "Jadelva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jadelva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Only XK140SE are Pandhead slotted screw! XK120,150, and E-Type are riveted. Thanks. Jaime I", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610251506, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575290, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jadelva, thanks for the info. Guess my body guys missed that one. send me a pic of yours. I probably have the screws.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1610251612, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575291, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rock_Doc was going to mention putting the @ in front of callout which would generate an email-see you already caught it-Welcome to BaT-enjoy the \"ride\"!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610251730, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575292, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jadelva are they brass or steel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610251762, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575300, "authorName": "Jadelva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jadelva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I see Both. My 4 XK140SE are steel, but time, patina them that look brass. Jaime I", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610252153, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575307, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "bricklin2117 I'll pass that on to BaT editors. thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610252637, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575406, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am going to get in early join what is sure to be a resounding chorus of \"gorgeous,\" \"fabulous,\" \"beautiful,\" etc. comments, maybe along with \"I can only drool and dream.\" It's refreshing to see the leather colour referred to by the British nomenclature. @usmcfred: My OCD just kicked in so I'll apologize in advance for noting that the \"s\" in \"RPMs\" is redundant.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1610259734, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575460, "authorName": "Melange-X3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/melange-x3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I see that the small copper dash plate is missing behind the passenger grab bar. Do you still have this or was it missing when you purchased. The car? This is the plate the states that this car is a replica of the record breaking car that achieved 141.51 MPH.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610271001, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575470, "authorName": "Tallyho", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tallyho/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rock_Doc\r\nI have awoken (in Europe) & thought i was having one of those serial dreams as I opened my BaT alert to find, possibly, the loveliest vision, in the colour of my fantasies.\r\nUnfortunetly i am not in a position to bid, but i hope you don't mind answering one question.\r\nWould you feel confident and more importantly , have a level of comfort (minimal aching back at end of day) in a car of this type on an extened tour of France?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610273033, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575519, "authorName": "Jadelva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jadelva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rock_Doc please as BaT that your is a XK140MC. That C7707 Head Casting, C casting, Cams and numbers on the plate and chassis are easy $25.000. More. There a few easy fixable honest mistake to be done to be a 98.+ car on JCNA or AACA venues. Yes, we are nit peaking, close to anal. But that will bring the Big $$$$$$. Thank BaT, another hit out the park! Jaime I", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610284078, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575524, "authorName": "carjockey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carjockey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019ve never seen leather-wrapped leaf springs as shown here. \r\nGreat photos, especially of the rolling chassis on the carpet", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610284283, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575565, "authorName": "Anthony_Moody", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anthony_moody/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a lovely car! Some restorations just seem rushed, but this bears all the hallmarks of a process carefully and conscientiously applied.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1610285944, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575588, "authorName": "thomas0586", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thomas0586/", "bidAmount": 76000, "content": "$76,000 bid placed by thomas0586", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610286530, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5575589, "authorName": "Jagken", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jagken/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Tallyho. I speak from experience when I say the only discomfort will be a cramp in your right leg from keeping the throttle down. Greatly offset by the smile on your face from the driving experience and thumbs up from all who see you in this piece of art.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1610286554, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575688, "authorName": "Bordeaux", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bordeaux/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "XKs are common in Europe too, I've seen dozens, but none was more beautiful than this one. Even if Jaime should find a few more nits to pick.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610289933, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575713, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Melange-X3, sorry but the plate is missing from photos pre-1996 when it was licensed in North Carolina", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610290778, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575723, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bordeaux, my mechanics at T-Sunrise build their cars to race here in the Colorado Grand, a week long excursion through the Colorado Rockies. I would not hesitate to drive it here or throughout Europe", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610290975, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575727, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@tallyho - sorry I was thinking wine.\r\nmy mechanics at T-Sunrise build their cars to race here in the Colorado Grand, a week long excursion through the Colorado Rockies. I would not hesitate to drive it here or throughout Europe", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610291147, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575729, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We used to make Bordeaux but the cab franc kept coming in late so switched to super Tuscan - another place I\u2019d enjoy driving", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610291217, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575755, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jadevla thanks for your comments and appreciate input the quality of the jag.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610291951, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575782, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for all the great positive comments. The mechanics were convinced they removed the original gaitors, very tattered and full of grease, and unfortunately elected to discard them. Not an easy relic to showcase, pistons too.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610292490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575861, "authorName": "Jags_in_the_barn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jags_in_the_barn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautifully done, the 140 OTS is the one for touring, especially with these seats, which look to have been masterfully modified. The 140 is nicer to drive than the 120 with more leg room along with rack and pinion steering, but I don't care much for the bling and heavy bumpers.\r\n\r\nThis brings back so many memories of a 56 SE OTS we did. I had a client come to me asking for an XK-140 roadster so we found one out in Ohio. Drove out with a trailer and picked it up, going back home to NY through VA to attend a party at my brother's house because isn't that what everyone who's towing an old Jaguar does? Spent a day partying and a day recovering and then hit the road to home. Restored the car over the next year and delivered it to a very appreciative new owner. Got a call about 10 months later saying that he had bought something else and wanted to sell the Jag. I brokered it to another new client who had much deeper pockets and a love for virtually anything exotic. By the time he moved to FL we had brokered a Countach, a Diablo, two LM-002s, and a 120 OTS to him, and he still had the 140. \r\n\r\n@carjockey - spring gaiters were common from the 20s through to the 50s. They certainly help with keeping noise down as the springs compress and flex. A later solution was placing teflon strips between them, which I believe GM did for a while.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610294152, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575895, "authorName": "johnnyvett", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnnyvett/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hands down one of the most stunning examples of a 140 I have seen. I have a feeling this 140 will set a new benchmark on BaT. The seller should be very proud of this car. GLWTA.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1610294985, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575906, "authorName": "Ashap", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ashap/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are amazing cars and this particular specimen is so well done. One of the things that I believe is not being focused on is the factory overdrive. Someone mentioned how nice they are to have because it essentially makes it a 5 speed transmission and that is so true, but I also believe this is a pretty rare option as well. At some point I had seen an ad for an XK140 DHC MC with the factory overdrive claim that it was only one of 24 cars with that configuration.. Can anyone shine some light on that claim?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1610295123, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576044, "authorName": "Deeceex2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deeceex2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This appears to be an immaculate example of one of the most beautiful cars ever built. Awesome restoration with incredible attention to detail. Great cold start video, love how it just fired off immediately. Great picture of the completed chassis sitting in the study.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610298291, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576128, "authorName": "rsimkins13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rsimkins13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610300336, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576187, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bricklin2117 I wanted to go back to your comment yesterday which is important and I wanted to expound upon. you are correct that the engines, head and block, are uniquely cast and the raised matching numbers attest to that, i.e., they were an not punched as an assembly line production. Thanks for your insight.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610301972, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576188, "authorName": "Speedraser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedraser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is gorgeous, and brings back some great memories. Had a '56 MC Roadster, Cotswald Blue over grey. Great touring car, and surprisingly well-balanced. The grip limits with the Dunlop RS5s were low so you could throw it around and feel like a hero -- at low speeds, so low risk. Great fun.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610301986, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576215, "authorName": "zmega", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zmega/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are such terrific, pure sports cars.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610302631, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576230, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "dear all, BaT wishes to remain very descriptive and objective in the descriptions but I want to relay 3 quotes, 2 from the mechanic and body master and one from an unknown.\r\nJim of T-sunrise deconstructed the engine, transmission and rear end and is convinced the observed minimal wear on the engine parts, trans and rear end gears leads him to the conclusion that the miles on the odometer are accurate. Unfortunately, we don't have records for the life of the car, but can attest that less than 2500 miles driven since 1997.\r\nSean of 3R Racing masterfully stripped the paint and lead, re-leaded, reshaped and fitted the body with exquisite clean lines. Sean's quote is that is was the cleanest jag he'd every seen, no significant body issues, only the 2 minor dings which he was able to reshape because they were not worked in the past, otherwise the metal would have hardened and he not have been able to reshape the r/f fender; also he noted exquisitely rare condition with no rust. He put drain ports in the headlights which is shown in photo 120.\r\nA passerby, a gentleman who's name I failed to get, said he was a former auto design engineer and he complimented Sean's masterful work, stating the body appears better than the likely when it came off the assembly line. There are not my words but leads credence to the masterful restoration. I agree with jaldeva there are a few minor things to tweek, but 99.9% is there.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610303068, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576244, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "FYI\r\nhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaguar_XK_engine#Early_development", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610303447, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576292, "authorName": "RogerD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rogerd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely splendid! My dream \u201calmost day of birth\u201d car. Unfortunately, available resources don\u2019t match desire. Some lucky person will acquire a magnificent machine.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1610304424, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576311, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "another useful site\r\nhttps://www.automobile-catalog.com/make/jaguar/xk_140/xk_140_otc/1955.html", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610304891, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576634, "authorName": "newbee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newbee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Back to the discussion regarding the difference between SE and MC. Some XK's had the special equipment package minus the \"C\" Head. I own one of these and I believe they are designated as SE. The MC I believe always has the \"C\" head. Not 100% sure, but that's my understanding.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610313864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576696, "authorName": "Vtec4ever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vtec4ever/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Normally I'm not big on British cars. But this is absolutely jaw-dropping. It looks like a cross between a beautiful woman and a predatory cat ready to pounce. Everything in this car reeks of class. This is absolutely the perfect car for a distinguished, British gentleman. A David Niven or Ian Fleming type. GLWTA!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610315947, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576723, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this is off 140 jag wikipedia. I am sure there more reputable sites.\r\n\r\nThe XK140 was powered by the William Heynes designed 3.4 litre Jaguar XK double overhead camshaft inline-6 engine, with the Special Equipment modifications from the XK120, which raised the specified power by 10 bhp to 190 bhp (142 kW) gross at 5500 rpm, as standard. The optional C-Type cylinder head carried over from the XK120 catalogue, and produced 210 bhp (157 kW) gross at 5750 rpm.\r\n\r\nWhen fitted with the C-type head, 2-inch sand-cast H8 carburettors, heavier torsion bars and twin exhaust pipes, the car was designated XK140 SE in the UK and XK140 MC in North America. \r\nthere is indication in links provided below that the SE was destined for Europe and MC for the US.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610316657, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576806, "authorName": "davidxk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davidxk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Wikipedia article contains at least one error - 2\" sand cast carbs were not part of any standard package from Jaguar - they were an option over and above the standard configurations. This car comes with the standard twin SU H6 carbs fitted to MCs. @newbee you are correct. For the US market, each of the 3 XK140 models (OTS, FHC and DHC) were available in 3 configurations. The basic car, identified by having no letter prefix to the chassis number, the \"M\" identified by having an \"A\" prefix, and the \"MC\" identified by having an \"S\" prefix to the chassis number. Both the M and the MC were SE (Special Equipment) models, but only the MC came equipped with the C Type cylinder head. The MC is therefore sometimes referred to as a \"Special Equipment model with C Type head\". The overdrive was an option on all configurations, and is identified by a \"DN\" suffix to the chassis number. Hence this car S811900DN is in North American terminology, an MC with overdrive. The list of features that is included in the SE cars includes (but is not limited to), twin fog lights, dual exhaust, and windscreen washers. This is a beautiful example of a freshly restored MC Open Two Seater. I am jealous of the overdrive, which I do not have on my MC, which no doubt makes for more relaxed freeway driving. However, freeways are not the natural home for these cars, so I will \"settle\" for what I have! Good luck to the seller in this auction - he should not need it...", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1610319917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576813, "authorName": "Jadelva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jadelva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@davidxk. Excelente descripci\u00f3n. My have the overdrive and is a nice tool on the long drives. Jaime I", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610320087, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576826, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@davidxk thanks for the clarification", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610320457, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5577386, "authorName": "911Emergency", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/911emergency/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What an incredible car! And I think I know about 5 times as much about the XK140 after reading the comments. Coincidentally, the car was built on the exact day and year I was born, so if I can find my MegaMillions ticket, I still have a chance!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610341410, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5577571, "authorName": "newbee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newbee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @davidxk for fleshing out my comment on SE and MC designations. As to those wishing they had the overdrive option, my experience is that the plain 4-speed does just fine at highway speeds. The gear ratios are adjusted accordingly and I have never felt the engine straining in the least. While it's clear that \"fully loaded\" XK's bring a premium when it's time to sell, as a practical matter, I can't imagine there is a huge difference in the driving experience.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610370289, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5577832, "authorName": "AlwaysBeenCars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alwaysbeencars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In regards to the question asked about the limited production of overdrives, I found this older classified add.\r\nhttps://lbilimited.com/offerings/1957-jaguar-xk140-mc-roadster/\r\n\r\nIs the MC with overdrive option really that rare and is there anyone out there that has production numbers other than the basic number of cars made that can answer that question?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610377342, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5578032, "authorName": "one_twenty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/one_twenty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My goodness, this is one super straight 140. Those long flat sides rarely appear as good as on this old jewel. Usually very wavy reflections. Personally think a black interior, top and side curtains would work better with the maroon but that is just a one color against another preference. Always found the bumbers too heavy for the rest, but again, a design nitpick.` Took them off mine and had the holes filled. Dropped the stance a bit. Drove that 140 MC OD FHC for many, many miles. California to New York City twice. That was 58 years ago. Wonder what that trip would feel like today. These make such a sweet song around 3000 RPM. They can eat the road and spit out great memories.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610380778, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5578166, "authorName": "Caymanorcarrera", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caymanorcarrera/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"Eat the road\" indeed. These are so perfect for vintage tour duty. Stout, fast enough, reasonably comfortable. This '56 has to be close to the end of the line for 140s. Fresh off a 5 year resto, it will be an absolute \"knock out\" wherever it appears, but exists as a perfect participant at our many high end rallies. The Copperstate 1000 beckons.....(-:", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610383426, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5578211, "authorName": "mrstenkle66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrstenkle66/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a gorgeous car, but have always disliked the heavy bumpers on the 140. Really spoil the elegance of the design, which is a classic. Currently restoring one as an Ecurie Ecosse tribute car and without the bumpers the front view in particular reminds of the mighty Alfa 8C 2900 Touring Spiders that raced the Mille. In any case, this livery is beautiful enough to ignore the chrome!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610383996, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5578594, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "thanks for the comments. The clean straight body lines are a credit to the original condition of the car and to Sean of 3R for his concerns for detail and ensuring perfection.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610389024, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5579121, "authorName": "newbee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newbee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mrstenkle66.....and @one_twenty......I agree on the bumpers being a little bulky for the car. I bought my XK140DHC a few years ago and it had been \"backdated\" with 120 bumpers. I'm not usually a fan of deviating from stock, but this change seems to work, and most people who see it tend to agree.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610393125, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5579363, "authorName": "davidxk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davidxk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AlwaysBeenCars I'm not aware of any accurate statistics on how many of the XK140s were fitted with overdrive. The best registry I'm aware of is xkdata.com where close to 40% of all XK140s produced are listed in varying levels of detail. I just did a quick scan of 2000 or so XK140s listed there, and something over 600 of them (close to 1/3) had overdrive from the factory. This is not specific to MCs, but should give you some idea.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610394748, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5579814, "authorName": "Thonas", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thonas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great restoration, beautiful car. I am a long time fan of the 120's and 140's, know much about the cars but no expert. Can someone explain to me the logic concerning the covered rear leaf springs? This was obviously a standard feature and seems generally replicated in the quality restorations. Was it to preserve the springs from moisture and dirt? I would be concerned it would hold moisture and accelerate rust. Any thoughts?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610397602, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5581670, "authorName": "davidxk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davidxk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Thonas The spring gaiters retain the grease that covers the leaf springs, allowing them to slide against each other smoothly and preserve them. The gaiters are equipped with grease jerks, and greasing them is part of the regular maintenance schedule.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610408538, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5581843, "authorName": "one_twenty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/one_twenty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@newbee A much more sophisticated solution. Love the idea of backdating a 140 with the 120 in mind. I understand these have reached a place where originality is important but I would not hesitate to modify a 140 DHC if I had one today. Back in the early sixties, as said, the bumpers were gone on mine. Holes filled during a repaint in the original color. Done well. Bare metal. Lowered a bit. Wider painted wires. Kind of a Jaguar outlaw. I was just a kid. When I hear someone suggest these were undependable I always think, what the hell, were not. I was thinking about that a few days ago and realized, back then, I fixed it. Because I didn't have to take it to a dealer or a shop, it was easy and things that were common pains were not major. There were not that many competent shops in that part of California and the dealers were kind of flaky. Fuel pump. Generators. Easy stuff. Rebuilt the moss box three times but that was because I was determined to move from first to second real fast. Treated appropriately a moss box goes the distance. I had to keep up with those 55 Chevies out on El Camino Real. Given the kind of skills available today one could take a 140 and have a 120 cab put on it. The 120 profile is among the best. Five speed. Disc brakes. The 120 grill is very nice. People available now to put a bunch more ponies in that old, precious, dependable long stroke six. Take it out to El Camino Real on a hot Saturday night and get blown away by an eighty thousand dollar plastic, silent, fully enclosed golf cart that can do zero to sixty in four seconds. Where did I leave my time machine?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610411534, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5582036, "authorName": "Balch-XK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/balch-xk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Being dispatched from the factory on December 30, 1955, this is one of the very last Jaguars imported through William Lyons\u2019 failed Hornburg/Hoffman distribution scheme. In 1948, to gain a foothold into the American market, William Lyons reluctantly granted U.S. distribution rights to Charles Hornburg and Max Hoffman. Hornburg would import and establish dealerships west of the Mississippi, and Hoffman would do the same east of the Mississippi.\r\n\r\nAlthough Hornburg and Hoffman were largely responsible for establishing the Jaguar brand in the U.S., customer service suffered, spare parts were always in short supply, and Lyons would eventually come to intensely dislike and distrust his two largest distributors. In time, Lyons was successful in breaking the distribution agreement with Max Hoffman but was unable to fully dislodge Charles Hornburg as a distributor.\r\n\r\nIn January 1956, all U.S. jaguar distribution was reorganized under a new entity, Jaguars Cars, Inc. located in New York City. Jaguar Cars, Inc. was Coventry\u2019s branch office in the U.S. Below that Lyons established 10 regional distributors with much smaller U.S. service territories. Charles Hornburg would continue as a distributor/dealer, but in a new much smaller territory in parts of just five states. Although Hoffman was out, Lyons was forced to pay him a \u201ccommission\u201d on every Jaguar sold east of the Mississippi for several more years.\r\n\r\nThis particular XK140 appears to be one of the finest examples to come to BAT. It should command a premium price at the top of the XK140 market. Good luck with the auction!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610414544, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5582138, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Baluch-XK thanks for this history and compliment", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610416156, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5582266, "authorName": "Keystone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/keystone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "About to revive a 150 project situation this auction will give me a good idea on how far to go money-wise. This car is by far the most extensive re-do I ever seen on Bat or any where else. A good rectal thermometer true valuation. I would not be surprised to see this car go for in excess of $125 to 150. Will be fun to watch.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610418451, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5582549, "authorName": "RWClark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwclark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The 140 just looks like one mean cat!! Beautiful job from the photos; I hope it brings $$$$$$$", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610424759, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5583013, "authorName": "syycars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/syycars/", "bidAmount": 77000, "content": "$77,000 bid placed by syycars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610459256, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5583054, "authorName": "Hiker399", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hiker399/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great color. Great car. Kudos to the owner for the care taken in the resto. GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610460029, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5583930, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@syycars\r\nthanks for setting the bid. You're a welcome bidder to have in the group", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610472769, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5584039, "authorName": "911sctarga", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/911sctarga/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What was the source of the bucket style seat backs?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610474087, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5584052, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "They were sourced out of the UK from a specialty shop. Sorry, but the mechanics didn't save this invoice. They are also available at Moss Motors. Add greater comfort and hugs your back on curvy roads. The original bench backs come with the sale.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610474258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5584116, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "buckets were supplied by nick @ classic motors cars UK\r\nhttp://www.classic-motor-cars.co.uk/classic-car-parts/interior_51\r\nnick@classic-motor-cars.co.uk", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610475004, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5584118, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "testing - submit button not working", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610475036, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5584130, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "for some reason the submit is not letting me insert the name of the company out of the UK that provided the bucket backs\r\nits nick at classic motor cars UK. You can take to my email if you want his email and website", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610475166, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5585545, "authorName": "we_prefer_panasports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/we_prefer_panasports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pretty car but for some reason we prefer the FHC's of this vintage", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610483794, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5585826, "authorName": "jonstrader", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jonstrader/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For the bidders on this car that may not be familiar with the two shops here in the Denver area that restored this car. T's Sunrise, and 3R Racing have been known for many years for their top notch, quality work. I would put their restoration work on any marque as good or better than anyone else's you care to name. I have seen Ferrari's, Jaguar's, Austin Healey's, Morgan's etc. done by these folks. I lived around the corner from a gentleman that had numerous cars in his collection restored by them. They all were correct, gorgeous, impeccable, Pebble Beach quality restorations. This car is a stunning example of their finest work. It also happens to be an exquisite example of one of my personal favorites, the XK140 MC OTS with O/D. Having owned a 1956 XK140 SE OTS Maroon/White with O/D I can tell you the extra leg room in the cockpit, the rack and pinion steering, the overdrive add up to one of the best combinations you could have for a touring XK. This XK140 on the Heritage cert. mentions not only the DN after the chassis number denoting O/D fitted by the factory, but also the fact that it was a Close Ratio gearbox denoted by the CR at the end of the gearbox number. Classic color combination, C-Type head, Close ratio gearbox with O/D fitted from the factory restored by two shops who do as fine a job restoring cars as anyone on the planet. I can see no reason here for anyone that is in the market for a classic XK140 OTS to not bid on this one. Gorgeous!! Just Gorgeous!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1610485057, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5586270, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jonstrader\r\njon thanks for the background verification of these master shops. Greatly appreciated.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610487351, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5586424, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And least not to overlook another one of the masters that assisted in the restoration. Bruce of T-Sunrise built up the frame , dash upholstery and electrical components and assisted Jim on the engine.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610488005, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5587317, "authorName": "Thonas", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thonas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "DavidXK Thanks for your response regarding the spring gaiters. I definitely learned something today.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610494004, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591171, "authorName": "diegotalcual", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diegotalcual/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DavidXK. What grease do you recommend for the leaf springs? Any details regarding proper application would be greatly appreciated!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610569854, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591303, "authorName": "davidxk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davidxk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@diegotalcual I just use a regular chassis grease from a grease gun. Support the tip to avoid tearing the jerk from the leather of the gaiters, as it does tend to degrade over time.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610570729, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5600341, "authorName": "Keystone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/keystone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A winning bid of $150,000 would be a steal. A winning bid of $175,000 to the seller would be break-even. I\u2019m at $160,000 plus now on a \u201858 XK150 and my project 150 is in decent shape. This auction will give me a reading as to the amount of money to put into my project. As for this beauty, to put it mildly...over the top! To the winner, you are saving yourself a lot of aggravation and immediately enjoying the experience. Enjoy!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610680990, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5600821, "authorName": "Bordeaux", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bordeaux/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Keystone If you really do an excellent restoration, you should then drive a long time with your sweetheart to benefit from the good work. But I agree with your price ideas.\nSpeaking of benefit. You rarely get back the money that you put into such a top restoration. So keep the car for now.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610710223, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5603978, "authorName": "Mrbritcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrbritcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Would give my eye teeth to drive this around the Cotswolds for a week or two.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610742825, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5605105, "authorName": "Keystone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/keystone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bordeaux, I understand what you\u2019re saying regarding overspending with a loss at the end. I can\u2019t believe I\u2019m willing to spend this kind of money. Like the girl you always wanted. I\u2019ll keep her until I pass UNLESS she drives me crazy. One thing I don\u2019t understand about this auction and why I and others are watching. It\u2019s like a barometer. The seller puts a serious amount of time and $$$ into this car to immediately sell her. I don\u2019t get it. Rock_Doc , after the auction Monday would you please contact me at 215-264-7627. P. S. we just moved East from Carbondale, CO.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610748179, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5605173, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ladies and Gents, there are times in your life when you come to a fork in road, or are needing to make decision perhaps about life, whether its about a car, lady or an opportunity. I reached that fork, such is life. It's only a car... inanimate, life goes on! It is in such premo condition that the buyer will have decades of enjoyment.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610748562, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5605977, "authorName": "AndyVW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andyvw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love these old Jags -- I had two, both XK-E's, and like the XK120 and 140s, they were beautiful to look at, and faster than zip. But they also took a lot of mechanical work and continual hunting for parts,. My buddy, who owned a 1956 XK140, and I took out the entire engine on my '67 E-Type 2+2, and it took months of work, almost every day after work and on weekends -- and a lot of check writing. The duel, overhead camshaft engine was, well, complicated. He said it was a Chinese laundryman's idea of how to build a Denver sandwich. But, when it was completed, and his as well, and both washed and waxed, hitting the road (not freeways) was a joy that was almost primal! The XK 120s to 150s were the most Lordly looking cars out there -- and the hollow high whine of the exhaust gave us goosebumps -- as did downshifting and powering into a curve! This looks like a really fine example of a serious frame off restoration, and someone is going to LOVE this Lordly Car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610760091, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5607962, "authorName": "Keystone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/keystone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rock_Doc, Sorry and happy for you that you\u2019re moving on from what I presume having been there done that three times. May I be the first to congratulate you on your new life with freedom of choice.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610822087, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5608333, "authorName": "pmason", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pmason/", "bidAmount": 80000, "content": "$80,000 bid placed by pmason", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610830705, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5608459, "authorName": "syycars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/syycars/", "bidAmount": 87000, "content": "$87,000 bid placed by syycars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610833542, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5608504, "authorName": "pmason", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pmason/", "bidAmount": 90000, "content": "$90,000 bid placed by pmason", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610835024, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5608514, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for your bids. May the best win years of enjoyment driving and showing this jag!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610835247, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5608528, "authorName": "pmason", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pmason/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m hoping! It\u2019s gorgeous. Compliments on the work you did.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610835689, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5608573, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pmason - believe me it is the best eye candy you could hope for.... with a pure clean rumble at start and acceleration", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610836688, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5608607, "authorName": "syycars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/syycars/", "bidAmount": 110000, "content": "$110,000 bid placed by syycars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610837689, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5608623, "authorName": "jamaica", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamaica/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Current Bidding appears weird to me.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610838114, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5608631, "authorName": "Keystone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/keystone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "syycars, pmason...be prepared to go to $160,000-175,000 for this beauty \u2018cause there\u2019s one or more likely two \u201csleepers\u201d out there ready to spring big $$$ in the last two minutes. I\u2019d discourage them by being very bold, NOW!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610838420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5608802, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I applaud these bids - of course. I live near where gold and silver were first discovered in the Rockies. Essentially they\u2019re staking their claims on a bonanza!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610843302, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5608912, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@keystone, I appreciate your comments and note your definitely a jag aficionado - with your own restoration at hand. Best of luck.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610847633, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5608960, "authorName": "pmason", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pmason/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jamaica. I agree, but I was just tired of seeing 77K for so long....to be continued. We're obviously not there yet but 110K is better than 77K. I do hope syycars gets distracted or is otherwise preoccupied on Monday! Syycars doesn't seem to mess around, although I hope the bid history is not a bad omen for a RNM (and the GT2 was sooo close). Monday should be fun.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610849151, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5609110, "authorName": "Ohmygod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ohmygod/", "bidAmount": 125000, "content": "$125,000 bid placed by Ohmygod", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610854832, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5609142, "authorName": "syycars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/syycars/", "bidAmount": 130000, "content": "$130,000 bid placed by syycars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610856668, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5609359, "authorName": "Bordeaux", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bordeaux/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The bids are gradually coming in the right direction, namely much further up, but unfortunately far out of my reach. Every time I look at the pictures above I have to take a handkerchief. This car is so beautiful.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610880349, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5609941, "authorName": "johnnyb11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnnyb11/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "VERY appealing car. Great colors and top shelf workmanship. Should bring out the real collectors. GL", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610903026, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5610440, "authorName": "curranrj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/curranrj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice car. The more I look, the more impressed I am. One question. There is manual choke knob above the steering wheel. This model had an auxiliary starting carb operated automatically by an Otter switch on the intake manifold. This car seems to have both, but also a manual choke. The choke knob is present in some of the older photos but not others, so obviously it was added later in the car's life. Is the manual choke needed, or will the car start cold with its original equipment only?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610916410, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5610573, "authorName": "TR6ED", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tr6ed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Having seen every inch of this car in person, in my opinion the bids need about another $100k added. This is a car you put in your game room on a rotisserie.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1610921483, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5610835, "authorName": "Jadelva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jadelva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@curranrj You have a good eye. This manual choke is a posible tale of 2\u201d Sand Cast SU. Any old photo that show them? That will be a nice addition on the History of this XK140SE. Jaime I", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610930849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5610943, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@curranjr - the car starts fine with and without the manual choke knob. I\u2019ve looked through the pre-97 photos and you are right the manual choke is not present. I can not verify when it was added because no mention in records of it being installed by previous CO owner.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610934368, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5610988, "authorName": "Keystone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/keystone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Syycars, you seem to be serious and consistently the front runner, be ready to add $50,000 plus. Worth it. Don\u2019t forget to give me a call Rock_Doc after the conclusion of bidding.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610936005, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5611110, "authorName": "curranrj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/curranrj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It is very unlikely that this car ever had Sandcast H8s. If it did, the manual choke knob would have been on the right side of the dash, there would not be an Otter switch and the distributor would not have vacuum advance among other differences. I would assume the manual choke was added because the starter carb did not work at some point.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610942408, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5611196, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@curranrj - I have to differ to Jim at T-Sunrise. It's not my area of knowledge", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610948461, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5611241, "authorName": "DenverWoody", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denverwoody/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It looks like something underneath, starting in picture 105, its wrapped in leather. Would someone more knowledgeable on XK jaguars care to enlighten the class?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610953120, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5611438, "authorName": "Bnanna1961", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bnanna1961/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey ya'll...from down here in Charlotte NC..... I've been watching all the comments on this great 140....I had the JCNA N.A. 100 point Champion XK120SE OTS in 2000/2001.....when restoring it I put on new rear spring gaiters....I've seen many comments about the \"jerk\" grease fittings on gaiter comments here...in all my automotive experience I knew them as \"zerk\", not \"jerk'...and here's a little proof.....\r\n\r\nZerk Fitting Grease Gun - Zerk Fitting Grease Gun - Learn More\r\nindex.about.com/Zerk fitting grease gun\r\nindex.about.com has been visited by 100K+ users in the past month\r\nFind Zerk Fitting Grease Gun and Related Articles. Search Now! Over 85+ Million Visitors....\r\n \r\nYou can Google it....so now we know and I'm not trying to be a jerk....everybody have fun with this auction....and I might see the winner of this 140 on the road in my 1961 E-Type flat floor OTS # 875864....seller,..buyer, GLWTA.....HB", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1610978354, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5611552, "authorName": "Slim_Chance", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slim_chance/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gassman Automotive (www.gassmanautomotive.com) is making clutch, brake and throttle pedal replacements that make these cars infinitely more comfortable and easier to drive. Leg room is vastly improved. I checked the new setup in a newly restored car and found that a heel and toe maneuver can be done with the ease of a modern sports car.\r\nRegarding the shop, here's a link to the fabrication of the grill for the MG Arnolt that sold here recently. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTbKpPO93TU&feature=youtu.be", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610981597, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5612055, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DenverWoody\r\nsee \r\nJan 11 at 4:42 PM\r\ndavidxk This author's likes: 2,231\r\n@Thonas The spring gaiters retain the grease that covers the leaf springs, allowing them to slide against each other smoothly and preserve them. The gaiters are equipped with grease jerks, and greasing them is part of the regular maintenance schedule.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610990805, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5612103, "authorName": "andycolorado", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andycolorado/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Had the opportunity to look at the car in person. WONDERFUL example of everything we see in the pictures! Stellar!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610991403, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5612279, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car seller @Rock_Doc\r\n\r\nThe last round of images are like watching a custom slide show from \"How It's Made\" for your 1956 Jaguar XK140 SE Roadster.\r\n\r\nBest of luck to you and to the bidders.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610994266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5612310, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@trademark, thanks. I feel like a hawker at Mecum. Need to rile up the bidders, so as not to loose this beauty to no gavel. As much as I'd like to keep it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610994712, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5612383, "authorName": "RogerD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rogerd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rock_Doc Don\u2019t sweat it yet. Things don\u2019t heat up on BaT auctions until the last couple of minutes. This is a fabulous car and any potential buyers will get that without a need for hawking. Your presentation and engagement in the auction have been first rate. If the right folks are in the room you\u2019ll do just fine. If they aren\u2019t there\u2019s not much you can do about it. GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610995662, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5612388, "authorName": "jonstrader", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jonstrader/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A few months ago i looked at a 1956 XK140FHC that had an incorrect engine and tranny swap. It turned out the owner years ago had swapped the matching numbers C-Type head engine and O/D trans for a 6 cyl engine and auto trans from an AMC gremlin. He was very proud to tell me how much more reliable the car was and how I would appreciate the auto trans. I originally had visions of buying the car, getting a correct engine and trans for it and doing a restoration. When compared to the cost of buying this example at a fair price, I would have been insane to go through that FHC exercise. Remember what I said in an earlier post about the folks that restored this XK. Pebble Beach quality restorations are the only thing these people know how to do. Look at the cost to buy a restorable matching numbers XK140 OTS example. Then add in the cost and time of a 100 point restoration. No way to justify that expense when such a wonderful XK is available today here on BAT.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610995704, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5612426, "authorName": "Ohmygod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ohmygod/", "bidAmount": 133000, "content": "$133,000 bid placed by Ohmygod", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610996044, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5612491, "authorName": "Rock_Doc (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rock_doc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jonstrader - thanks jon appreciate your insight and recognition of concours restoration.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610996552, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5612522, "authorName": "syycars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/syycars/", "bidAmount": 134000, "content": "$134,000 bid placed by syycars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610996744, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5612580, "authorName": "Jadelva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jadelva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello, to go to 98.5 (JCNA) o 99. (ACAA) you will need 200 Hour + and over $12.K for expensive and close to unavailable parts. Thanks God you have the correct ignition Coil! Godspeed. Let see how the last 2 minutes go! Jaime I", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 161099721