Behold: the 1954 Jaguar XK120 – something of a unicorn, it was found in a barn in Cleveland Ohio.
Details of its past life are sparse but the US-market model was apparently driven as the manufacturer intended, taking part in rallies and sports event up to the late 1960s.
Fully intact with its original motor, interior and Jaguar verified 1954 paintwork, it goes to auction later this month, unrestored and wearing its 66 year old patina with pride.
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Unbelievably gorgeous.
All I ever find is old Mark 2 escorts in ditches, rusted away unfortunately
Surely they’d make a bit more if they gave it a bit of a wipe?
People love a bit of patina now. If you found an old Rolex with a cracked screen you’d actually devalue it by having it replaced. Enthusiasts can have different markers of value to the average punter (like you peasant)
Actually no, purist restorers want their cars in ‘as-found’ condition. Giving it a clean would put them off.
That’s vintage muck I’ll have you know
What’s a gargolye’s car like?
Ask and you shall receive:
https://www.lulu-berlu.com/gargoyles-kenner-xanatos-xi-44-roadster-a9217-en.html
excellent
The bidding war will be ridiculous on this.With good reason though, Phwoaar.