The Jaguar XK 120 was introduced in 1948, and caused an immediate sensation. The XK 120 had a top speed of 120 miles an hour (about. 200 km/h) and was the fastest production car for sale at that time. The XK 120 was designed by Jaguar’s boss and founder William Lyons. The bodywork had an almost sculptural design, with sober, well-chosen flowing lines and beautiful curves. With its exquisite long bonnet and elongated wing lines, the XK 120 has a very dynamic charisma.

Together with the XK 120, the new Jaguar "XK"  straight-six engine was introduced which, for the next forty years, was to attire all Jaguar models in ever improved forms. The XK 120 was available in three versions: as a roadster, the slightly larger DHC (Drop Head Coupe) and as the FHC (Fixed Head Coupe) with a fixed steel roof. The XK 120 was built until 1954 and was followed by the XK 140.

Technical data

Six cylinder in-line engine (DOHC)
carburettors: 2x S.U. H6 1¾ inch
cylinder capacity: 3442 cc.
capacity: 160 bhp. at 5400 rpm.
top-speed: 193 km/u. - 120 mph.
gearbox: 4-speed, manual
Weight: 1100 kg.

Information

Jaguar XK 120 Fixed Head Coupe (FHC), year 1954. Colour black with a beige interior. The car features a manual 4-speed gearbox, 16 inch chrome wire wheels, additional driving lamps at front and the beautiful classic 'tripod' headlamps.