| | | | odometer: 61,000 | engine: 3.4L DOHC I6, 10hp | transmission: Manual | color: Silver | interior: Red | | | | | | | | | | 1956 Jaguar XK140 MC Coupe | | | | The Jaguar XK-series of cars was an absolute revolution in motoring. With otherworldly performance which still thrills today, echnical development decades ahead of it's time, chingly good looks, nd a reasonable price point, he XKs remain one of the all-time great motorcars; always desirable, lassicly beautiful, ignificant, pecial, nd fast. The XK140 was a development of the earth-shattering XK120; it incorporated a number of mechanical and cosmetic changes which further refined and increased the performance of the already spectacular XK120. The MC option represented the pinnacle of performance at the time; incorporating the C-type cylinder head, win exhausts, nd heavier torsion bars, hich raised performance to 210hp, nd further improved the handling of the vehicle. The XK140MC remains one of the must-haves in the collector car market, s eligible and highly sought after for any number of vintage rallies and shows, et remains accessible and easy to use. : The car shown here for sale is a highly desirable, umbers-matching, riginal MC-specification XK140 MC Coupe. This car has been the recipient of a recent mechanical recommisioning, aving had it's cylinder head and carburetors recently rebuilt, uel tank restored, t's Petronix ignition system replaced, rake lines replaced, nd brake master cylinder re-sleeved. This XK140MC is ready to be driven and enjoyed. It is believed to have had only four owners from new, nd is coming out of a 45-year long ownership by a single family, aving been passed from father to son. The car remains in driver-quality cosmetic condition, aving received a repaint to silver from it's original black approximately two decades ago. The interior remains in it's original shade of red, hough the seats were reupholstered in red vinyl at some point in time, ikely when the modern sound system was added as well. The car features a sharp looking Moto-lita steering wheel and driving lights, nd an attractive set of chrome wire wheels. This is a mechanically sorted, river quality example of the highest spec-XK140, nd is ready to be enjoyed as the icon it is. Highlights: Numbers-matching example Original, are and desirable MC-specification example Long-term single-family ownership, panning 45 years Believed to be a four-owner car Recent Mechanical Recommissioning, eady to be enjoyed Eligible for the majority of vintage rally events, n the most weather-friendly XK body style. Interested parties are encouraged to call (914) 242-0404 for more information on this elegant, igh-spec, rivable XK140 MC Coupe. | | | | | | Condition Report | | Recent Mechanical Recommissioning, ncluding cylinder head and carburetor rebuild Driver quality cosmetics, resentable with some cosmetic imperfections present. Ready to be enjoyed | | Mechanical | Motor | Excellent | | windows | Functional (all) | transmission | Excellent | | wipers | Functional (all) | Suspension | Excellent | | instruments | Functional (all) | brakes | Good | | radio | Operational | | | Cosmetic | Body | Average | | SEATS | Good | PAINT | Average | | CARPETS | Average | GLASS | Good/Average | | dash | Average | WHEELS | Average | | HEADLINER | Average | | | | | Gallery | | | | Terms of Sale | | The Deposit: Please be ready to place a deposit within 48 hours of auction's close. All transactions must be completed within 7 days of the end of auction. If the car is not as represented upon your personal inspection at our dealership location, ou will be under no obligation to purchase. Tax, itle and License: Local residents are responsible for applicable sales tax in your county as well as title and licensing fees. If you live outside of our state, ou are responsible for applicable tax, itle and licensing fees in your area. Note: If the deposit is not received within forty-eight hours (2 business days) or if the sale is not complete within 7 days of the close of the auction, e reserve the right to sell to the next highest bidder or to another qualified buyer. Legally Binding Contract: If you are the winning bidder of this auctions please follow through with the transaction. Remember, our winning bid is a legally binding contract to purchase. | | Acceptable forms of payment | | | | | paypal for deposit only | certified funds | bank to bank transfer | cash in person | | | | | | | | Disclaimer | | International bidders are welcome. I will help in any way I can with coordinating shipping within the U.S. or overseas. Seller reserves the right to end this listing at anytime should the vehicle no longer be available for sale. Professional pre-purchase inspections are welcome but must be made before the auction ends. We have described the above mentioned vehicle to the best of our ability. However, ith all pre-owned automobiles, he condition is subjective, o we recommend that the potential buyer fly out to inspect as well as test drive any of the vehicles before finalizing purchase. If your personal inspection is not possible, e will be glad to help facilitate an inspection by your chosen local independent service center and will make arrangements to deliver the vehicle to them for this purpose. All vehicles are sold in "AS IS" condition. However, xtended warranty options are available on most vehicles. Please be advised that no oral statements concerning any vehicle constitute a representation or warranty of the condition of said vehicle. Our goal is to provide you with the best service and the most comfortable buying experience on eBay. We do not accept escrow, nd all inspections must be done prior to delivery. ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Please be aware that you will be responsible for the Federal Reserve fee(s) charged for all incoming wires). Pertaining to non eBay winners: anyone with a deposit but the sale is pending financing, rd party inspection or any other contingency, he said vehicle will not be held and is subject to be sold at any time, ntil all contingencies are removed and a manager or owner accepts and signs the purchase order. The advertised mileage represents the actual miles when the car was placed on eBay. These vehicles are test driven and actual mileage may differ at time of sale. Condition Disclaimer: All used vehicles should be assumed to have some degree of wear. We do not manufacture our product. Each vehicle brand has its strengths, tyles, endencies, nd shortcomings. Therefore, espite our best efforts to verify a vehicle's mechanical condition, e are not able to warranty a manufacturers workmanship or a previous owners diligence in care. It is for this reason that all vehicles are sold "AS IS" and there are no mechanical guarantees expressed or implied. We reserve the right to end the auction at any time. | | | Transportation | | We will happily assist with worldwide transportation at the buyer's expense. In the case that you wish to pick up the vehicle in person we will arrange airport pickup for you free of charge. Please contact us for details. | | | About the Seller | | At Collectors' Car Garage and Advisors, e don't just sell cars, e build collections. We are a Country Club for Car People; with 70,000 square feet and over 350 cars in our climate controlled and secured facility, e are the finest place to purchase, ell, tore, aintain and enjoy your collectible/exotic car. Please contact Matthew Ivanhoe for any car purchasing or sale needs; we look forward to serving you! | | | Contact Info | | | | | | Matthew Ivanhoe | | | Collectors' Car Garage | | | 341 Railroad Ave | | | Bedford Hills, ew York 10507 | | | (914) 242-0404 | | | www.collectorscargarage.com | | | | | | | | | |