Jaguar XK150 Drophead Coupe
Overview
| Produced: |
1957-1961, 2489 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Drophead Coupe, 2 doors, 2+2 seats
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In 1957 Jaguar launched its final version of the successful and glamorous XK range, the XK150. The last of the XK range could be easily identified by its more bulbous appearance and a less pronounced wing line. Modern styling touches included a revised front grille, full width deeper bumpers appeared as well as a deeper one piece windscreen.
Mechanical changes included optional disc brakes, which came complete with servo assistance. The brakes had always been criticised on earlier XK models and so the new option was fitted to virtually all XK150 versions. Engine power had now increased to 210bhp on the 3.4 litre "SE" (Special Equipment) XK150, the standard car made do with 190bhp.
As before with earlier models, the Drophead Coupe version of the XK150 sat at the top of the range and commanded a price of � 1,969 7s for the SE version. The Drophead Coupe came with all of the usual refinements including a fully lined convertible hood / Top. Practical Classics December 2000 - Featuring Buyers Guide Jaguar XK120-150 available. Click here to view in our shop.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3442cc | S6 DOHC | Jaguar XK | 83mm x 106mm | |
| 3781cc | S6 DOHC | Jaguar XK | 87mm x 106mm |
Fuel System
| Type | Number | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| SU 1.75inch | 2 |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136mph | 17mpg |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Disc |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | Track | Length | Width | Weight (CWT) |
Turning Circle | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Rear | |||||
| 8' 6" | 4' 3" | 14' 9" | 5' 4.5" | |||
Body
| Type | Seats | Doors | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drophead Coupe | 2.2 | 2 |
Maintainability
| Mechanics | Bodywork |
|---|---|
| * * * * * | * * * * * |
People who looked at this car, also looked at:
- Jaguar XK150 Fixed Head Coupe
- Jaguar XK150S Drophead Coupe
- Jaguar XK150 Roadster
- Jaguar XK150S Roadster
- Jaguar MK IX
Valuation
| Poor | Average | Excellent | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| £11750 | £21000 | £35000 | 26-Oct-06 |
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Posters & Prints | |
 A3 Poster of Jaguar XK150 1958
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 A3 Poster of Jaguar XK150 1960
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Books | |
 JAGUAR XK 150 1960 Parts manual (Volume 1)
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 Jaguar XK 120 / 140 / 150 Gold Portfolio 1948-60
£16.45 |
 JAGUAR XK 150 1960 Parts manual (Volume 2)
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 Road & Track on Jaguar 1950-60
£10.45 |
 Jaguar Monthly - Enjoying Your Jaguar in England
£8.95 |
 JAGUAR
£8.99 |
 Practical Jaguar Ownership
£13.99 |
 A-Z Jaguars
£10.95 |
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