Jaguar XK120
1948–1954

Based on 8 verified auction results
£41,250
Market value · recent verified sales
Price History
MSRP
—
Collectibility
7/10
Highly Collectible
3-Year Forecast
£45,181
+10%
5-Year Forecast
£46,525
+13%
Market scores
44
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Jaguar XK120 sits at a median valuation of £41,250 in the UK market, with three sales recorded over the past twelve months providing limited but consistent pricing data across our tracked sample.
The model's production run of 12,055 units places it in the higher-volume segment of early postwar British sports cars, yet it maintains a collectibility score of 7 and is classified as appreciating. This combination reflects the XK120's enduring appeal as an accessible entry point to first-generation Jaguar ownership compared to lower-production variants.
Liquidity remains thin, with only eight transactions tracked across our historical dataset. This narrow transaction flow means pricing discovery takes time and sellers should expect longer holding periods between sales, though the consistent appearance of examples suggests a stable baseline of collector interest.
The three-year projection suggests moderate appreciation to £45,181, representing a 9.5 percent gain from current levels. Over five years, values are forecast to reach £46,525, an increase of 12.8 percent, reflecting steady demand rather than speculative momentum.
The modest spread between three- and five-year forecasts indicates that appreciation is expected to settle into a gentle grade rather than accelerate. Continued interest from enthusiasts seeking affordable entry into period Jaguar sports cars, combined with the model's mechanical reliability and straightforward restoration options, should sustain this gradual upward trajectory over the medium term.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg value£41,250
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Best time to buy
Monthly price index vs. this model's averageBest deals on this model historically land in May (~41% below average). Avoid Oct, when competition drives prices higher.
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)£450
- Maintenance£1,500
- Storage£2,400
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual cost£4,350
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Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months3
- Sell-Through38%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale Price£65,738
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price Range£38,600 – £184,000
- Total Sales Tracked8
Recent sales
Showing latest 8Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.