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All fans of classic cars like patina: if it develops on a black surface, it is even more fascinating.

The surface we are talking about belongs to a Jaguar XK 140 model DHC: it is the more “civilized” spider version, less extreme than the OTS (the one with “low” doors, so to speak) but always an icon of vintage cars . The example you see in the photo has belonged to the same owner for the last 55 years, and we must admit that it has been very well maintained.

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Obviously the particularity of the car lies in its completely original exterior: both the paint and the rims appear to be the same as when it came new from the factory; the interiors – at least the seats and door panels – seem instead redone while the engine has a “C” (or red, in jargon) head. On top of that, the car still has the original black California license plate, which is just perfect on this car. Find it for sale at $83,500 here in Astoria, NY.