A 140FHC Aristocat, which externally is an exact replica of the original XK 140fhc has been built by David Edwards. Powered by a 4.2litre from a  XJ6 Series1 through the donor 4 speed + overdrive gearbox. The XJ6 rear axle assembly had to be reduced in width by 5" to conform to the original dimensions. The front beam could not be used for similar reasons but the Jaguar twin wishbone arrangement was retained but with spring over damper replacing the original design. 

Many original Jaguar XK140 components have been used in the build. Most of the bright work is either replica or repaired / reworked originals [the Bumpers for example were repaired from twisted accident damaged items and re-chromed]. The dashboard is veneered MDF, using a cardboard pattern lifted from an XK140, and is 1.5" deeper to allow part of the space frame chassis to be hidden.  The original XJ6 series1 large diameter instruments have been installed, although a new loom had to be made to allow the instrument positions to be accurate.  Because of the space frame chassis obtaining seats which could be fitted and look reasonably authentic was difficult. Eventually the seat frames were made using units from a Ford Escort which were severely cut and pasted. Bolt on wire wheels finish the car with Burgundy paint job.