Vehicle Description
Motorcar Studio is pleased to offer this 1968 Jaguar E-Type OTS
Roadster, a numbers-matching example finished in Old English White
with a beige canvas convertible top over black interior. The paint,
body and chrome on this XKE present to a driver standard and the
car shows some patina (see close-up photos) but the body lines are
straight and panel gaps and door fitment are excellent. No known
rust. It's refreshing to see car meant to be driven and enjoyed
that has not been over restored. Canvas top is nearly new; rear
window is crystal clear and the top frame (and interior leather
pulls) are likewise excellent.
Interior presents nicely with good carpets, dash, door cars and
steering wheel. Newer leather hides on the seating surfaces look
and feel great. All gauges, lights, switches, etc. are working with
the exception of the speedometer. The radio console has been
removed but is included with the sale. A full tonneau is also
included (along with spare, jack, knock-off hammer and owner's
books). Wire wheels in good condition are wearing Vredestein Sprint
Classics.
Under the bonnet is the original, numbers-matching 4.2 liter XK
inline six mated to a four-speed manual transmission. Extensive and
well-documented mechanical overhaul within the last 5,000 miles
included an engine-out reseal, new clutch, plus a complete
suspension and brake system overhaul. The rear subframe was
removed, which including replacing the inboard brake rotors and
calipers. This E-Type runs and drives exceptionally well - engine
pulls strong and the chassis, steering and brakes feel great (as
you would except given all new bushings, etc). Everything forward
of the firewall plus the rear subframe was stripped and repainted
(including frame rails, torsion bars and suspension components).
The owner made the conscious effort to leave the body
unrestored.
This is a mechanically excellent Jaguar to enjoy as is for touring
or vintage rallies - or with a paint job it could easily be taken
to the next level. For more information about this 1968 Jaguar
E-Type Series 1.5 OTS for sale at Motorcar Studio in Atlanta,
please call 404-692-5250.