Jaguar XK140 Fixed Head Coupe
Overview
| Produced: |
1954-1957, 2797 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors, 2+2 seats |
The new Jaguar XK140 range arrived in 1954 to replace the outgoing XK120 model that had made its debut in 1948. The XK140 came in the same variants as before, although the Drophead and Fixed Head Coupe versions now featured larger passenger areas (which had occasional rear seats) and a different bulkhead arrangement.
The 1956 xk 140 did not have disc brakes on the front, they were drums, whichregularly overheated and faided.
Like the other cars in XK140 range the Fixed Head featured larger bumpers and a new front grille, complete with a revised badge proclaiming Jaguars success at Le Mans. Many cars now came with optional wire wheels, although standard equipment still consisted of steel wheels and rear wing spats. In 1957 the XK140 was replaced by the revised XK150 range.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3442cc | S6 DOHC | Jaguar XK | 83mm x 106mm | 8 |
Fuel System
| Type | Number | Capacity | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| SU 1.75inch | 2 |
Transmission
| Type | Gears | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic | 4 |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 129 mph | 11 s | 17.4 s | 21 mpg | 190 bhp 5500 |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Drum | Drum |
Auction Sales History
Books
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Strike quickly |
46 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars September 2010 | |||
| Strike quickly - Jaguar's XK120,140 and 150 models are attracting more attention than ever, but prices start from £35k. For now. | ||||
| Article |
Buying guide - 1948-60 Jaguar XK |
100 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars June 2010 | |||
| Buying guide - 1948-60 Jaguar XK - Jaguar's XK120, 140 and 150 form one of the most iconic British sports car ranges ever created. Here's how to make sure you find an example worthy of that heritage. | ||||
| Article |
Buying guide - Jaguar MKVII-IX 1950-61 |
104 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars June 2009 | |||
| Buying guide - Jaguar MKVII-IX 1950-61- It's an unlikely racer, but Stirling Moss managed all right - and these luxury saloons hurtle in comfort. Here's how to find the one you want. | ||||
| Article |
1956 Jaguar XK140FHC |
40 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics August 2008 | |||
| 1956 Jaguar XK140FHC - How rusty can a £250 Jaguar XK140 with a current MoT be? Marque enthusiast Don Westcott soon found out when the ensuing resto turned into a 25-year odyssey. | ||||
| Article |
Reader's restored car - Jaguar XK140 |
50 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics July 2005 | |||
| Reader’s restored car - Norwegian reader Erik Juelsen didn’t have the network of club and specialist support that we Brits have, but that didn’t stop him making a great job of this XK140 though it took him 16 years. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Jaguar XK120-150 |
74 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics December 2000 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Jaguar XK120-150 - If an E-type is to obvious, then perhaps Sir should consider a Jaguar XK. Mark Dixon explains why they are such a great choice. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Jaguar XK140 |
24 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 24 August 2011 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - Jaguar XK140 - With a glorious XK engine snorting away up front, the XK140 was the darling of the 1950s jet set. MATT GEORGE looks into grabbing a good one. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Jaguar XK120/140 |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 6 September 2007 | |||
| Buying Power - Jaguar XK120/140 - One of the most dramatic of postwar sportscars, and arguably one of the most beautiful, the XK120 caused jaws to drop around the world in the postwar malaise. The XK140 contained many improvements and either will make a fine classic that will stand up to regular use and run heads. IAN SEABROOK tells you how to get your hands on your own slice of Big Cat heaven with expert advice from Jeremy Broad of Guy Broad Parts. | ||||
| Article |
Octane cars |
130 |
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| Publication | Octane April 2007 | |||
| Octane cars - 1972 Saab 96, Aston Martin DB9-David Lillywhite. 1937 Studebaker Coupe-Delwyn Mallett. 1955 Jaguar XK140 FHC SE-Robert Coucher. 1971 Lancia Fulvia HF-John Simister. 1920 Calthorpe Tourer-Mark Dixon | ||||
| Article |
An extended XK restoration |
50 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast June 2006 | |||
| An extended XK restoration - The last time I reported on my XK 140 restoration was way back in February 2003 which ended with the car coming back from the paint shop and I had lifted the body off the chassis again - hopefully for the last time. | ||||
| Article |
Jaguar Enthusiast March 2003 pg 14 |
14 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast March 2003 | |||
| XK Extraordinaire! Story by Keith Vincent. | ||||
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