1958 Jaguar XK150 Manual
TAS • Private
52
Odometer16,144km
Body typeConvertible
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the seller
Chassis number S 837873, engine number V5813-8 was completed on the 3rd of December 1958, and despatched soon after on the 17th of December 1958 to Jaguar Cars New York, USA, from Glasgow, not a usual port for the despatch of XKs. There is no record held by the Jaguar factory of the guarantee holder, and indeed the cars early history in the United States is largely unknown.
The car ended up in New Orleans, Louisiana, owned by Joseph L. Ford III and in November 1989 he sold it to John Dowsett of Kellyville, Sydney, the sale document recording that significant restoration would be required. The car did retain all matching number components as shown on the Jaguar Heritage Certificate. It was imported into Australia in 1989, arriving in the same container as three other XK150’s.
The car was purchased from John Dowsett by well know Tasmanian Jaguar enthusiast and restorer Lyndon Dickenson in 1992. The car was completely dismantled and a meticulous restoration was undertaken, with no expense spared.A large folder of receipts verifies the extent of work carried out by some of Australia’s very best restorers.
The process involved a bare metal bodywork restoration requiring extensive panel fabrication and replacement, with the car being painted in a colour that beautifully suits the Drop Head Coupe, Carmine Red. The paintwork today is still stunning and the whole car presents as a fresh restoration, as shown in the photographs. Door, boot and bonnet fit are exceptionally good.
The restoration was completed in 2007.Since then the car has travelled just over 10,000 trouble free miles.
The engine is smooth and strong ,with 70 lbs of oil pressure when hot at 2500 rpm. The temperature guage always sits below 75 degrees regardless of ambient temperature and the car is in exceptional mechanical condition.
Drop Head Coupes are often regarded as the best variant of XK motoring, giving the pleasure of open-air driving with the far better creature comfort and weather- sealing of a fully lined hood. Raising and lowering the hood is quick and straight-forward.
The condition of the interior is also excellent, with some very light patina from careful use since its restoration. Inspection will not disappoint any potential owner. The car would be a serious Concours contender, or it can be enjoyed for touring as it was designed, or is ideal for shorter car club runs with fellow enthusiasts. Accompanying the car is a complete and correct XK150 tool-kit.
Whilst not cheap, the cost of buying an average car and having it restored to this standard in today’s market would be many tens of thousands of dollars more.
The car is being sold on behalf of the estate of Mr. L. Dickenson. Genuine enquiries are very welcome.
Car details
øVehicle description
Drophead Cpe 2dr Man 4sp 3.4 [IMP]
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Red
Interior colour
Biscuit
Body type
Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 3.4L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
6 months/November 2026
Build date
December 1958
Compliance date
December 1958
Roadworthy certificate
No
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20067798
Instruments & Controls
Gauges
Tacho
Exterior
Chrome finish
BumpersGrille
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
3442cc
Engine Size (L)
3.4L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
Double Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
8
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
141.8kW @ 5500rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
104.3kW/t
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Delivery
SU Twin (Carburettor Multiple)
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Steering
Steering
Rack and Pinion
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Steel
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4496mm
Width
1638mm
Height
1397mm
Wheelbase
2591mm
Track Front
1311mm
Track Rear
1311mm
Kerb Weight
1359kg
Other
Country of Origin
UNITED KINGDOM
Country of Import
UNITED KINGDOM
Launch Year
1958
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
1957-01
Series
(No Series)
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
Drophead Coupe (Convertible)
Probationary plate status +
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Pay less to upgrade to this car
Estimated cost before offer
$240,000Excl. Govt. Charges
Get an offer for your car and reduce the overall cost of this purchase
Accept your offer online
Get paid in 1 business day
Upgrade to your next car
Dale is the sellerLocation
Granton, TAS 7030
Member since
2011
Verified information
Phone number
Get in touch with the seller
ø Specifications have been sourced from Automotive Data Services Pty Ltd (Redbook) and are based on manufacturer standard features and specifications, some of which may require subscription. Actual features and specifications for this vehicle may differ. Please confirm these details with the seller.
+ P-Plate approval status is provided as a guide only, using data sourced from a variety of government and industry based sources. You should verify the status of the vehicle with relevant state / territory authorities and the vehicle manufacturer / authorised agent. carsales is not liable for any loss or damages (other than in respect of any liability which may not lawfully be excluded) relating to your use of, or reliance on, data contained on this site. By using this site you acknowledge that you use the information subject to the terms of the above disclaimer and notice.
Contact
Advertise with us
Local marketplaces
International marketplaces
Scan to download the carsales app
Want more info? Here’s our app landing page
App Store and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc. Google Play and the Google Play logo
are trademarks of Google LLC.