1956 | Jaguar XK 140 OTS

Transmission: 5 gears, Manual gearbox
Drive: Rear wheel drive
Top speed: 225 km/h
Number of keys: 1
Registration number: PM-86-99

Jaguar XK140 OTS 1956

- Originally delivered in the United States (LHD)
- Full-body restored in 1992 (photos available)
- Excellently maintained (extensive documentation available)
- Beautiful red paintwork with black leather interior and wire wheels
- Recently registered in the Netherlands
- Both optically and technically in very good condition
- 3,354 OTS units built
- Getrag 5-speed gearbox
- Telescopic shock absorbers
- Aluminium fuel tank
- Original engine

The Jaguar XK 140: a benchmark of the British car industry. One of the fastest street-legal cars of its time but at the same time a comfortable touring car, which also made it particularly successful in the United States. Nowadays, we are happy with an ‘American’ XK, because cars from here are originally left-hand-drive and mostly rust-free. What is unique about the one we are offering is that the history since 1990 is present: a wealth of extensive documentation including an extensive photo report of the restoration, valuation report and maintenance invoices. From 1992 to 2005, the car stood in the favourable climate of Dallas (Texas). Even from this time, much documentation is present. Even the Texas licence plate is still with the car! In 1992, the car was ‘full-body’ restored. This gave it its striking red colour and black leather interior. In 2005, the car was imported to England, where it was only driven in dry weather and stored dry. On average, it was driven only about 250 miles a year. Again, the car was well maintained and proved to be very reliable. The black soft top is still in good condition, as is the interior. The original 6-cylinder inline engine sounds really great. The last service was carried out in 2023 (approx. €3,400) during which, among other things, the clutch was replaced. A new aluminium petrol tank was installed in 2022. The car was fully serviced in 2025, which included replacing the front brake cylinders (total invoice €1,850). . Furthermore, the car is equipped with a BMW Getrag 5-speed gearbox, stainless steel exhaust, telescopic shock absorbers and aluminium radiator for better cooling. Not only a picture to look at, but thus also improved handling. In 2024, we registered the Jaguar on Dutch registration plates. Minor repairs have also been carried out and the car has been professionally polished. In short: an XK 140 in very good condition with extensive history, completely ready for the next enthusiast!


General information about the Jaguar XK 140
The XK was Jaguar's first produced car after World War II. This model started with the XK 120 from 1948, with 120 indicating the top speed in miles per hour. At the time, it was the fastest street-legal production car. In 1954, the XK 140 was introduced, focusing more on comfort. The interior was given more legroom and luxury. In addition, the suspension was improved and modern shock absorbers came under the car. Power from the 3442cc 6-cylinder engine was boosted to a whopping 193 hp. Optical differences included a slightly larger grille and thicker bumpers. Three body styles were available: the FHC (Fixed Head Coupé), DHC Cabriolet (Drophead Coupé) and the OTS Roadster (Open Two Seater). Only 3,354 examples of the OTS were built. The XK is considered one of the most important British classic sports cars ever built.