1958 Jaguar XK150 Fixed Head Coupe

The 1958 Jaguar XK150 Fixed Head Coupe stands out as the more refined evolution of Jaguar’s legendary XK line, blending graceful mid-century design with meaningful mechanical advancements. With its improved braking, wider body, and luxurious closed cabin, it delivered a level of sophistication and performance that set a new benchmark for postwar British sports cars.

The recipient of a complete restoration, this 1958 Jaguar XK150 Fixed Head Coupe was just completed in 2020. Draped with a sporting green over a lovely biscuit leather upholstery and tan carpeting, its color scheme is truly timeless. The refined cabin is complemented by an adjustable steering wheel, Jaguar logo seat belts, and a maple-trimmed dashboard. Exterior appointments include chrome bumpers with overriders, Lucas driving lights, fender-mounted mirrors, wing windows, dual exhausts, and knock-off chrome wire wheels wrapped in Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall tires.

Under the bonnet lies a rebuilt 3.4-litre DOHC inline six-cylinder engine that was done by noted Jaguar specialist Arden Automobilbau GmbH of Krefeld, Germany. Equipment under the hood includes dual SU carburetors, an LCS-type electronic fuel pump, and an aftermarket aluminum radiator with an electric fan. Also rebuilt by Arden Automobilbau is the four-speed manual gearbox with the desirable and highly convenient electronic overdrive. Other mechanical items include rack-and-pinion steering, and four-wheel disc brakes. Photos of the engine and transmission pre-installment are included, as well as a Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate and reproduction owner’s manual. The current owner notes this Jaguar is incredibly smooth and very torquey and that shifting through the gears is a breeze.

A sporting example of one of the most recognizable British automobiles built, this restored and finely tuned XK150 would be a wonderful example to be added to one’s garage or to be used on Sunday jaunts and weekend drives.