Jaguar XK140 Drophead Coupé (1956)

A 1956 Jaguar XK140 Drophead Coupe in Racing Green with a brown leather interior is for sale.

Highlights:

• Classic color combination
• Left-hand drive
• The car has been completely frame-restored, with work completed in 2024
• Approximately $60,000 invested in the restoration, partially documented
• Only 218 miles on the odometer since restoration
• Last service carried out in June 2025
• Expert opinion from 07/2024 with a grade of 2
• H license plate, TÜV until 04/2027 and ready to drive
• Very good overall condition

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1956
• First registration: USA, 07/1956
• Location: 47800 Bockum, Germany
• Number of previous owners: unknown
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV until 04/2027
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Jaguar XK140 was produced between 1954 and 1957 as the successor to the successful XK120 and marked an important step in the further development of Jaguar sports cars. In addition to its distinctive styling, which retained the classic character of its predecessor, the XK140 offered numerous technical improvements. It had a more spacious interior, a modern rack-and-pinion steering system, an improved braking system, and a revised suspension with longer spring travel. In addition, telescopic shock absorbers were used for the first time instead of the lever shock absorbers used previously. These modifications not only made the XK140 more comfortable, but also superior in terms of driving dynamics, cementing its reputation as one of the most sought-after sports cars of the 1950s.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: British Racing Green
• Interior: brown leather upholstery
• The car was completely repainted during restoration

Engine and transmission:

• 3.4-litre six-cylinder engine with 190 hp
• Manual transmission
• Last service: 06/2025

Mileage

• Mileage: 218 miles - mileage since restoration
• Previous mileage only partially traceable
• No service history available

Documentation:

• (German) vehicle documents
• Appraisal (07/2024, grade 2+)
• Invoices for investments (approx. $60,000 invested, partially documented)

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody

• Tires: tread like new, tires from 2018
• Brakes: very good condition, have been replaced
• Bodywork: very good condition, newly painted, almost no signs of wear
• Underbody: very good condition - rust-free
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• This is a fully restored vehicle in almost mint condition. There are no known defects.
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

A 1956 Jaguar XK140 in British Racing Green is for sale. The vehicle was originally delivered to the USA and later brought to Europe. By 2024, the car had been completely frame-restored, which according to the owner cost around €60,000. The car has a current 2+ rating, TÜV until 2027, and an H license plate. With its very well-preserved body and almost new interior, this XK140 offers an exciting opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts.