Jaguar XK140 Roadster

1954 to 1957 · Roadster · 3,347 built

A 1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster cost $3,495 new. Over the past 12 months, 18 have sold publicly at a median of $82,000. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $87,700. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $8,700 to $220,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.

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Shifty Estimate
$87,700
High confidence · $37K to $125K
Up 3.7% over 12 months
Oct 2025Rolling 6-month medianOct 2026
Median · 12 mo
$82,000
Sales · 12 mo
18
Market cap
$293.5M · 3,347 built
Original MSRP
$3,495Up 2409% since new

The market

Every recorded 1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster sale, by date and price
Oct 2026 · Bring a Trailer
$71,500 · 66,000 mi · Arbor Green
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$50k$100k$150k$200kJan 2016201820192020202120222023202420252026SHIFTY ESTIMATE $88k
Sold Bid to, not sold
89 sales · 20 unsoldmedian $82kupdated Oct 2026

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Latest results

The newest 1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster sales with photographs
1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster, sold Oct 2026

Sold $85,000

1957 · Dove Grey · 70,100 mi
Oct 6, 2026 · Hagerty Marketplace
1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster, sold Sep 2026

Sold $49,507

1957 · Red · 9,000 mi
Sep 28, 2026 · Bring a Trailer
1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster, sold Aug 2026

Sold $111,007

1956 · Red · 4,000 mi
Aug 30, 2026 · Bring a Trailer
1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster, sold Jul 2026

Sold $38,250

1955 · White · 14 mi
Jul 21, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Every XK140

Sold prices, last 12 months · Oct 23, 2026
Every XK140. Sold prices, last 12 months · Oct 23, 2026
Roadster1954 to 1957Coupe1954 to 1957
Shifty Estimate$87,700$67,200Low confidence
Sold median$82,00018 sales$78,7815 sales
12-month moveUp 3.7%Too few sales to call
For saleNoneNone
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Specifications

Engine
Inline-6 DOHC, 3.4L
Power
190 hp
Torque
210 lb-ft
0 to 60
8.4 s
Top speed
125 mph
Transmission
Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Curb weight
2,968 lb
Production
3,347 built
Original MSRP
$3,495
Designer
William Lyons

Common questions

How much does a Jaguar XK140 Roadster cost?

A 1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster cost $3,495 new. Over the past 12 months, 18 have sold publicly at a median of $82,000. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $87,700. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $8,700 to $220,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.

What is a 1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $87,700, up 3.7% over the past 12 months. Confidence is high: 18 public sales in a year gives a firm read.

Is a Jaguar XK140 Roadster a good investment?

It has appreciated 2409% against its $3,495 list price. Values are up 3.7% over the past 12 months. Only 3,347 were built. The caution is spread, not direction: across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $8,700 to $220,000, and mileage explains most of that.

How many Jaguar XK140 Roadster have sold?

Shifty has 90 public sales of the Jaguar XK140 Roadster on file. The earliest was on Jan 28, 2016.

What is the most expensive Jaguar XK140 Roadster sold?

The highest public sale on file is $220,000, on Jan 22, 2017.

What has a Jaguar XK140 Roadster sold for at auction?

The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:

  • $71,500Oct 20, 2026Arbor Green · 66,000 mi
  • $85,000Oct 6, 2026Dove Grey · 70,100 mi
  • $49,507Sep 28, 2026Red · 9,000 mi

About the 1954 Jaguar XK140 Roadster

The XK140 refined Lyons' original masterpiece with more power and improved ergonomics while maintaining the essential XK character. The upgraded 190-hp engine provided noticeably stronger performance, dropping 0-60 times to 8.4 seconds while pushing top speed to 125 mph. Rack-and-pinion steering replaced the XK120's recirculating ball system, dramatically improving road feel and precision. The roadster remained the purest expression of the XK concept, with 3,347 examples built representing the sweet spot between the XK120's pioneering status and the XK150's luxury focus. Collectors appreciate the XK140's improved drivability without the complexity of later models. The roadster's clean lines and enhanced performance make it an excellent choice for driving enthusiasts who want authentic XK experience with better reliability. Values remain reasonable compared to XK120s, offering exceptional entry into classic Jaguar sports car ownership.

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