Vehicle Description
This car is everything you want in a 1970 Jaguar XKE Series II
roadster - a great color combo, a cold A/C interior, and a serious
amount invested in keeping the world's prettiest car looking
stunning. This car was restored around 1999 was crowned a JNCA
(Jaguar Club of North America) champion in the early 2000's, before
it received some modern updates mentioned below. The restoration
has held up very well, and this car still looks freshly restored
even today.
The E-Type (ok, XKE if you stick to the USA designation) is the
icon that tops many lists of the most beautiful car ever produced.
Jaguar wanted to utilize the strength of the racing-inspired
monocoque chassis. Today you can see that on this example, because
there has been a sizable investment in restoring it to a top
quality condition. So the sheetmetal has precision gaps and the
doors can be shut with authority. And the black paint is a more
recent application where every inch still has a hard onyx-like
shine. But form outshines the function on this car. Even with
today's modern metal practices, it is nearly impossible to
duplicate the mixture of aggressive deign with gentle curves on
this boutique classic. As a desirable Series II car, it comes with
all those delicate touches that made it an icon - the petite oval
opening at the front, uninterrupted side lines, and the thin chrome
bumpers that hug the body. Take some time to really look this one
over because all the delicate and expensive details are complete,
which means it makes a memorable entrance everywhere.
Beneath the black folding roof is a supple tan leather interior.
And they were so thoughtful in the restoration that you'll love the
details, like how the piping in the seats matches the exterior. And
this premium feeling is furthered by door panels, carpeting, center
console, and a dash that present just as nicely. This one was built
to be the one you can take everywhere in comfort thanks to features
like the classic AM/FM radio, power windows, and modern R134a air
conditioning. But more than just comfortable, you want this because
of the way your heart skips a beat when you grab the classic
wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel with leaping cat in the
middle. And beyond that is a full set of Smiths gauges to keep you
focused on those trips down the back roads.
Tilt the clamshell hood (bonnet) forward, and check out this Jag's
beautiful motor. You can really tell the level of restoration just
by the shine and detail of this iconic and long power house. For
drivers, the Series II cars are really the ones to own. The larger
4.2 liter inline-six provides deep reserves of torque that are very
friendly for U.S. roads. This engine was rebuilt during the
restoration, with a slightly more aggressive cam added for a little
extra punch. Plus, the control of the four-speed manual
transmission and the correct dual Stromberg carburetors ensure the
power delivery. There's even an upgrade to an aluminum radiator
with electric fan, so this one can stay cool in traffic even with
the A/C pumping - something you can't say about XKEs. The
suspension is an unsurpassed combination of handling and ride
comfort and the E-Type benefits from the innovative independent
rear suspension with inboard disc brakes for reduced unsprung
weight. The dual exhaust system sounds spectacular and chrome wire
wheels are genuine knock-offs with grippy Yokohama tires.
You're looking at a restored icon that has all the right
investments to make it a great driver and an instant head-turner
the moment you leave the showroom. That's why you know you need to
hurry to grab this turn-key XKE. Call today!!!