The Jaguar XK140 was produced between 1955 and 1957 as the successor to the XK120. Upgrades included more interior space, improved brakes, rack and pinion steering, increased suspension travel, and telescopic shock absorbers instead of the older lever arm design. The XK140 was powered by the 3.4 litre Jaguar XK double overhead camshaft inline-6 engine. It was available as a Roadster, Drophead Coupé and Fixed Head Coupé. It was replaced by the Jaguar XK150 in 1957.
The XK140 stayed fairly true to the iconic lines of the 120 but there were some key advancements. The engine, for example, had a little more power and it was moved further forward to create more space in the cabin. The steering was updated to a rack and pinion set-up for extra precision and ease-of-use and for the first time overdrive was offered as an option, as was an automatic transmission.
Undeniably still a beautiful car, there are some that say the 140’s heavier bumpers and less refined cast grille detract from the absolute purity of the XK120.
