Jaguar : XK Drop Head Coupe

Re-listing with NO RESERVE. The car will sell if a bid is placed for the starting price. or using the BUY-IT-NOW feature will ensure a purchase without competitive bidding.  Offering for bids a 1953 Jaguar XK120 Drop Head Coupe that has been restored to a solid original features driver.    The car was obtained from an estate in Savannah. Georgia several years ago and has undergone a body off frame up rebuild/restore of all mechanical components including steering. bushings. suspension. brake master and wheel cylinders. brake pads. new shocks front and rear. new rear leaf springs.  It is an all numbers matching car as verified by Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certification.  The engine runs strong with good compression and the transmission and clutch are all in sound condition and have not been rebuilt internally. The car drives smooth and quiet. the transmission shifts smooth with solid engagement of the gears.  Necessary gaskets and seals have been renewed.  Porcelain coated exhaust manifolds and stainless steel exhaust system all new. Complete new wiring harness installed.  When obtained the body was in exceptional condition considering it had been in storage for approximately 40 years.  New sills and floor pans as well as shut panels installed.  Door hinges new as well.  Door internals rebuilt as needed and are solid and strong.  Other body repair work and replacement of metals was performed to original specifications.  All instruments have been restored to new as original condition by Nisonger Instruments and operate reliably and accurately. The mileage stated is based on the original odometer reading when obtained.  The odometer now shows 384 miles since rebuilt.  Bookend matching burl walnut dash restored as original.  Hartzz canvas stayfast top is fawn color with headliner as original.  Red leather seat upholstery hand sewn and professionally installed. Five new 6. 00 by 16 Coker Classic wide whitewalls.  The pictures show the rest of the condition and additional pictures are available upon request.  This Jaguar is located in Tampa. Florida and is available for delivery throughout the United States.  Shipping arrangements can be made for delivery internationally and I will be happy to assist the successful foreign or overseas bidder with those arrangements.  A $1000 down payment is required of the successful bidder within 48 hours of the auction listing end.  Balance of funds to be made in cash (in person). by electronic transfer. or upon presentation and deposit of funds to my account.  The car will not be released for shipment or delivery until paid in full with funds in my account.  The starting bid amount has been set consistent with the current mid-value range of this particular make and model. leaving room for immediate and continued appreciation in value for the new owner.  Personal inspection can be arranged by calling 607-349-5889.  I have described this car after 14 years of ownership and hands on restoration to the best of my ability.  However bidders should rely on their own interpretation and examination of this automobile including an inspection at their own expense prior to bidding.  Questions will be answered openly and honestly.  As Jaguar enthusiasts know this is a rare care with only about 1470 made in the Drop Head Coupe. Thanks for looking!

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