1960 Jaguar XK 150 OTS
SerialNo.5832174DN
Body color: White
Interior: Red
Mileage: 11,500
Value: $80,000
Engine: 6 cylinder double overhead camshaft/ Production: 1957-61/ Number: 2265/ Wheelbase: 102 in (2591 mm)/ In Track Front: 51.7 in/ In Track Rear: 51.7 in/ Length: 177 in (4496 mm)/ Width: 64.5 in (1638 mm)/ Height: 55 in (1397 mm)/ Transmission: 4 speed manual/ Suspension: Front, independent wishbone anti roll bar. Rear, Live axle semi elliptic leaf springs/ Brakes: Servo assisted disk / Torque: 210 ft/lb @ 2500 RPM/ Top speed: 122 MPH/ Bore/Stroke: 3.27 in/ 4.17 in/ Horsepower: 190 bhp @ 5000 RPM / Displacement: 3442 cc/ Fuel Capacity: 16.8 US gallons/ Performance: 122 MPH and 0-60 MPH in 9 seconds
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The Jaguar XK 150 is the third and final iteration of the XK range, started with the XK120 in 1948 and continuing with the XK140 in 1954. By 1957 the XK design was looking slightly dated, and Jaguar had set new standards with the introduction of a monocoque design. At the time it did not grab the world's attention in the way that its predecessors had. However in hindsight it has been recognized as the superb car it is, with more refinement than any previous XK.
Although retaining the cut down MK V chassis, as before, the car was updated in appearance by the fitment of a one piece curved windshield. The curvature of the line from front to rear fender was much straightened, resulting in a heavier look, and the roadster model was fitted for the first time with push button external door handles and wind-up windows.
For better drivability, disc brakes were fitted with servo assist, and soon after introduction, new and more powerful engine options were made available. At launch time only the coupes -the fixed and drop heads were available, and the introduction of the roadster (OTS) model was delayed until 1958.
The roadster was given some interesting body panel changes from its siblings in that the scuttle was moved back 4 inches, resulting in a longer hood and fenders than its brethren. This was apparently done because the roadster model was only a two seater, and this used up some of the extra space inside and yet still left luggage room behind the seats.
Production all but stopped after 1960, but a few cars appear to have been manufactured in 1961. Therefore, this vehicle is one of the last XK 150 models ever made by Jaguar. Adding to the interest of this powerful sports car is the fact that it was once owned by the family of former actress and Princess of Monaco Grace Kelly.
source: Wikipedia
