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07/02/2026 5:09 pm
1949 Jaguar XK120 Roadster.
The Jaguar XK120 is a seminal British sports car produced between 1948 and 1954, renowned as the world's fastest production car at its launch, capable of exceeding 120 mph. It featured a 3.4-liter inline-six XK engine (160bhp) and was available as an open two-seater, drophead coupé, or fixed-head coupé. Originally, early models featured an aluminum body over a wood frame, later shifting to steel.
Images taken at Grey County Museum, Morestone Village and at the Cobble Beach Concourse d'Elegance.
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Performance & Impact: The "120" stood for its top speed in miles per hour, which was faster than most cars of the era. It launched at the 1948 London Motor Show and was so popular it moved from limited to full production, selling over 12,000 units.
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Design & Variants: Designed by Jaguar founder William Lyons, it is considered one of the most beautiful cars in history. The Roadster (OTS) had no roll-up windows, while the Drop Head Coupé (DHC) and Fixed Head Coupé (FHC) added more comfort.
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Technical Details: The car utilized a shortened chassis from the Mark V saloon with independent front suspension, a four-speed gearbox, and drum brakes.
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Legacy: The XK engine became legendary, used in various forms into the 1980s. The XK120 was highly successful in racing and rallying.
DANBURY MINT 1949 JAGUAR XK-120 1:24
07/02/2026 5:24 pm
great write up David and yes "it is considered one of the most beautiful cars in history." is so accurate. I have both the FM and DM XK-120, such a shame they made the colors so close. I also have a pretty rough Bburago 1/24 hardtop. My memory is not the best but I think there is a Western Models 1/24 hardtop around? I dont believe there are any 1/24 XK140s or XK150s, IMHO equally beautiful cars
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Topic starter
07/02/2026 7:15 pm
Hi Geoff,
I don’t have the Western Models 1/24 Jaguar Xk-120 Coupe but I do have the Western Models 1/24 Jaguar XK-150. Here it is.
07/02/2026 7:37 pm
@david-green beautiful, what a prize to have in your collection, thanks for the pics David
08/02/2026 6:16 am
Super Special in any scale! Thanks David!!
John Bono
North Jersey
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08/02/2026 6:24 am
Here's Franklin's to go with it. I've had a love affair with the XK 120, 140 and 150, seemingly for EVER!
08/02/2026 10:00 am
Thanks David and Tony. I agree these XKs are works of art whether in 1/1 scale or smaller.
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