The XK 150 replaced the Jaguar XK 140 in 1957. The undercarriage of the XK 150 was for the greater part equal to the XK 140’s, but its bodywork was new and broader. Though its design was again very refined, it was somewhat less dynamic as compared with the XK 120 and XK 140. The bodywork was less sleek and the design of the characteristic wing lines was now less markedly sloping. The increased width of the bodywork resulted in a wider grille which, in line with the best Jaguar’s tradition, was delicately integrated in its design. The XK 150 was the first of XK series with an unbroken panoramic windscreen.

Compared with the XK 140, the following technological improvements can be noted: the XK 150 was fitted with disc brakes on the front wheels and with more powerful engines.

The 3.4-litre XK engine fetched a standard 210 hp, and the SE Special Equipment version even 250 hp. From 1958, the XK 150 was also available with a 3.8-litre XK engine with a capacity of no less than 265 hp.

Like the XK 120 and XK 140, the XK 150 was available in three variants: the roadster or OTS (Open Two Seater), the more spacious DHC (Drop Head Coupé) and the FHC (Fixed Head Coupé) with fixed steel roof.

Production of the XK 150 was stopped in 1961, and after 13 years, the XK 120, XK140 and the XK 150 series were replaced by the Jaguar E-type.

Technical data

Six cylinder in line engine (DOHC)
cylinder capacity: 3781 cc.
carburettors: 3x S.U. HD8 2 inch (SE)
capacity: 250 bhp. at 5500 rpm.
torque: 240 lb ft at 4500 rpm.
top-speed: 240 km/h. - 150 mph.
gearbox: 4-speed, manual + overdrive
weight: 1420 kg.

Information

Jaguar XK 150 OTS (roadster) 3.4 litre  in original SE specification, year 1958. Colour old English white with a red leather interior.
This XK 150 OTS (Open Two Seater) is in superb condition. Older restoration, matching numbers, full history and service history is known and documented.
This very fine automobile an original SE specification XK 150 with triple carburettors. Furthermore the car is fitted with a manual gearbox, overdrive and chrome wire wheels.

This classic car was sold by
Altena Classic Service.

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