The classy and elegant XK140 was a continuation of the popular XK120 model. As the first production vehicle to reach a top speed of over 130 mph, it was a true milestone in automotive history.
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As a highly remarkable sports vehicle for its time, XK140 was widely admired for its performance, handling, and design. Some of the key reasons why the XK140 was so outstanding included its performance (it was one of the fastest production vehicles of its time), exceptional handling, beautiful design, and advanced technical equipment. Moreover, the model proved to be a very successful racing automobile that won several renowned racing competitions. The automobile also featured several luxury and performance options, such as power steering, overdrive, and disc brakes, which helped to make the roadster more attractive to buyers looking for a high-performance sports vehicle with a touch of luxury.
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The XK140 appeared in 1954 as a replacement for XK120. The roadster was offered to customers in three versions: a coupe, a two-seater roadster, or a convertible, which was distinguished by the most luxurious interior trim. The new model, compared with its predecessor, received a 3.4-liter engine with increased power. In addition, the standard version developed a power of 190 hp. The automobile received rack and pinion steering, and the transmission could be chosen from three options: four-speed manual, automatic, and manual with overdrive in top gear. Externally, the model differed from the XK120 in its one-piece front and rear bumpers with vertical fangs, the presence of turn signals, and a cast radiator grille with fewer vertical bars. The convertible and coupe had a wood veneer instrument panel and a small extra seat in the back. In total, 9051 Jaguar XK140 were sold from 1954 to 1957.
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1957 was the final year of the production of the model. It was powered by a 3.4-liter inline 6 engine with an overhead camshaft design producing 210 horsepower. The powerful engine was paired with a four-speed manual transmission. The exceptional performance of the roadster included a top speed of approximately 201km/h (125 mph). Moreover, the automobile could accelerate from 0-96 km/h (60mph) in around 8 seconds. The unibody construction, independent front suspension, and live rear axle helped to improve the car’s handling and ride quality. The use of rack-and-pinion steering also improved the car’s handling, making it more precise and responsive to driver inputs. This type of steering used a rack – a toothed bar, that run along the length of the steering column, and a pinion, which was a small gear that meshed with the rack. The car also featured a sleek and modern body design, with a long hood and short rear deck. The interior of the automobile was quite luxurious, with leather seats, and dashboard, and wood trim. Moreover, the 2,800 pounds roadster had a roomy cabin, and it was considered comfortable and well-appointed. In 1957, around 2,500 automobiles were produced. Overall, the model was notable for its performance, handling, and design, and it was widely admired for its capabilities. Even today, it is considered a true classic of the motoring industry, and an important part of the Jaguar heritage. A true representation of the golden age of British sportscars and a true milestone in automotive history the XK140 was replaced by the next and the last from the XK series – an XK150.
Source: Classic Driver
The 1957 Jaguar XK140 was a classic sports car that had been featured in several films. Some of the more notable movies in which the XK140 appeared include the slapstick comedy “The Great Race” (1965), “Goldfinger” (1964) of the famous James Bond series, “Lawrence of Arabia” (1962), the crime caper film “The Italian Job” (1969), “Thoroughly Modern Millie” (1967).
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