1959 Jaguar XK150 SE OTS
Highlights
- Restoration of the bodywork in 2022
- Magnificent Aston Martin metallic green on beige leather
- Matching numbers for this SE Special Equipment model with 3.4L engine
- Very attractive car, presented to a good standard
The Plus
Although the E-Type often steals the show, it could be argued that the older XK150 is a more practical everyday car. And, for many, it looks just as good, if not better.
The XK150 OTS (Open Two Seater) was the latest in a line of sports cars originally designed to shine at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. These later models had more luxury and power. The OTS was the simpler, lighter version, ideal for sporty driving enthusiasts.
This car was built in 1958 and first registered in 1959. It carries the 'S' prefix indicating the special factory equipment - spoked wheels and integral disc brakes - as well as a Moss manual gearbox with overdrive (overdrive not functional). The previous owner restored it in 2022, the work resulting in a beautiful Aston Martin Metallic Green paint job and a beige leather interior that can be seen in the photos.
Since acquiring the car shortly after the restoration, the vendor has invested in a new black mohair soft top and a re-chroming of the front and rear bumpers. We are told that the car runs very well, with good oil pressure.
So this is a very attractive XK150, where all the work has already been done - and recently. A car to use and enjoy.
History and documents
- First registered on 30 June 1959 according to the registration certificate
- Built in 1958 according to chassis records
- Chassis number with "S" prefix indicating Special Equipment (SE) model
- Suffix 'DN' to chassis number, indicating factory-fitted DeNormanville overdrive
- Photographic record of the restoration
- Purchased by the seller two and a half years ago
- Exempt from MOT requirements
- Previous owner repainted the car, redid the interior and changed the soft top
- Reluctantly sold for reasons of force majeure
- Still stored in garage by current owner
Condition
- Professionally restored by the previous owner and repainted in Aston Martin green
- Paintwork carried out to a high standard of workmanship with few signs of wear as shown in the photos
- There are a few minor chips that have been retouched as shown in the photos
- Bodywork in very good condition with refurbished panels and correct alignment
- Black spoked wheels in good condition
- Recent black mohair soft top, in good condition with smooth operation
- Refurbished beige leather interior, in very good condition with little use since the work was completed
- Beige carpets in good condition in the passenger compartment and with a good finish in the boot
- Non-original aluminium dashboard in good condition
- Controls, door panels and steering wheel in good condition as shown
- The underside of the car is well presented in the photos, with no reported problems
Powertrain
- Jaguar XK 3.4L in-line six cylinder engine
- Vehicle reported as having matching numbers
- our engine and gearbox
- Factory mechanical configuration, with no reported problems
- Moss 4-speed manual gearbox with original overdrive
- Seller reports that overdrive is not currently working
- Seller reports car running well
- We are told that the oil pressure is good, and that the car does not overheat and brakes correctly
- Stainless steel exhaust
- Converted to a more reliable manual choke in place of the original automatic
The last '150' version of the XK offered more power and luxury. The in-line six-cylinder engine is one of the best in British motoring, and in this 3.4-litre version it offers a particularly pleasurable driving experience. Here, it's mated to the Moss 4-speed manual gearbox with overdrive. Although the seller states that the overdrive is not currently working, it should be a simple fix if the buyer wishes to remedy this.
This car left the factory with the SE full disc brake system. It remains original with the exception of a stainless steel exhaust. We are told that the car runs very well with good oil pressure and a correct engine and gearbox. It is therefore an excellent opportunity for the buyer.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1959
- Make Jaguar
- Model XK150
- Colour Green
- Odometer 50,329 Miles
- Engine size 3400
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Location International
- Country France
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