1961 Jaguar XK150 3.8 Special Equipment (SE) Drophead Coupe (LHD) w/ Borg-Warner Automatic - 32k Miles, One-Family Owned, Matching Numbers
This left-hand-drive Jaguar XK150 3.8 Drophead Coupe is a one-family-owned example from new showing just 32,000 original miles. Finished in Cornish Grey over a professionally restored Grey leather interior with matching carpets and trim, the car presents as an excellent, well-sorted "casual show" candidate and a strong driver. A quality repaint was completed a number of years ago, and while a minor shade variation is visible on the driver's side, the overall presentation remains impressive and consistent with a carefully maintained, enjoyed example rather than an over-restored trailer queen.
Power comes from a matching-numbers 3.8-liter XK inline-six paired with a Borg-Warner automatic transmission, and the undercarriage is described as solid and original with no known structural repairs, no cover-ups, and documented winter storage throughout long-term ownership. A Jaguar Heritage Certificate will accompany the sale and confirms the original factory configuration, identification numbers, colors, and dispatch details.
Highlights
One-family owned since new
32,000 original miles
Matching numbers throughout (chassis, engine, gearbox, body)
Jaguar Heritage Certificate included
Cornish Grey exterior over Grey interior with Black hood (soft top)
Professionally restored interior in correct leather, carpets, and trim
New convertible top installed during interior restoration
Well cared for and "sorted" strong driver; excellent casual-show presentation
Solid, honest underside with no known repairs required; always stored during winter months
Factory Identification (per Jaguar Heritage Certificate)
Make/Model: Jaguar XK150 3.8 litre
Body style: Drophead coup©, left-hand drive
Date of manufacture: 21 December 1959
Date of dispatch: 5 January 1960
Chassis: S838589BW (Special Equipment; Borg-Warner automatic)
Engine: VA1381-8
Body: P8102
Gearbox: JBX1588
Exterior paint: Cornish Grey
Interior trim: Light Blue
Hood (soft top): Blue
Original distributor: Jaguar Cars, New York, USA
Original dealer: Not recorded
Condition & Presentation
The car is best described as a high-quality driver with overall excellent cosmetics and a standout interior. The paintwork remains glossy and attractive with good overall fit and finish; a minor panel shade variation is visible on the driver's side. The interior restoration is a strong point of the car, with high-quality leather, carpet, and trim, and the convertible top was replaced at that time. The car has been carefully maintained and stored during winter months, and the underside is noted to be clean and original in appearance.
Driving Experience
The 3.8-liter XK engine provides classic Jaguar smoothness and torque, and the Borg-Warner automatic makes the car particularly easy to enjoy in modern traffic and on relaxed touring drives. This example is positioned for an enthusiast who wants an XK150 that can be driven and shown locally with confidence.
Included with the Sale
Jaguar Heritage Certificate
Documentation supporting long-term ownership and care (as available)
Additional photos and details available upon request
VIN: S838589BW
