1966 JAGUAR XKE ROADSTER
Numbers-Matching 4.2 Inline-Six
Classic & Beautiful Restoration!
This 1966 Jaguar XKE Series I Roadster at Sports Car Company is
finished in Pale Primrose Yellow over black leather upholstery and
powered by a 4.2-liter inline-six with a four-speed manual
transmission. It has undergone extensive restoration throughout the
years, please see the following:
Restoration work completed between 2003-2015 included: Rehaul of
the transmission; the inline-six was overhauled with a replacement
cylinder head and a crankshaft that was machined for compatibility
with an updated rear main seal. Replacement pistons are designed
for a 9:1 compression ratio and were installed with replacement
piston rings as well as rod and crank bearings, and a black
convertible top was replaced.
Restoration work completed by a well-respected restoration company
between 2016-2018 included the following: bead blasting of the body
and refinishing in Pale Primrose Yellow, re-plating chrome
components, refreshing the interior, and re-wiring the electrical
system. The main wiring harness for the engine was replaced, and
the exhaust manifolds were ceramic-coated. A PerTronix ignition
system, a Howe aluminum radiator, a CoolCat cooling fan and a
spin-on oil-filter adapter were replaced, and the seats were fitted
with replacement foam cushions from Original Spec Jaguar Interiors,
dashboard cover, door panels, and carpets were replaced. Koolman
and Dynamat insulation were installed along with a replacement
glove box. A RetroSound Laguna AM/FM radio and Amco all-weather
floor mats are additional interior elements, the convertible top
frame was rebuilt, The door handles were replaced along with the
driver's side mirror and other chrome components, re-plating of the
chrome front and rear bumpers, headlight bezels, and taillight
housings were replaced the windshield, windshield-wiper rack,
power-antenna assembly, headlight wiring, and taillight gasket were
replaced, the center stack houses four auxiliary gauges including
an ammeter were rebuilt, brake and suspension components replaced,
which include brake hoses, brake caliper seals, and the brake
master cylinder as well as torsion bars, rear bump stops, and rear
suspension mounts. The dashboard wiring harness was replaced along
with the turn-signal switch.
Service in 2022 included replacing the cooling fan switch and
sensor, and repairing the coolant temperature-gauge wiring. The
wiring for the coolant-temperature gauge was repaired, a
stainless-steel exhaust system was fitted and finished with
undercoating.
The Interior includes a Moto-Lita steering wheel, a RetroSound
AM/FM radio, a PerTronix ignition system, and a Howe aluminum
radiator with a CoolCat cooling fan. The 15 inch wire wheels wear
chrome knock-off hubs and Vredestein Sport Classic tires, and a
matching spare is stowed in the trunk. The three-spoke Moto-Lita
steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer with
an inset clock.
Service records dating to 2015, an older build sheet and parts
list, a wheel removal tool, and a convertible top boot.
This is a true gem and will please the collector who wants a
beautiful piece of Jaguar history or the person who wants a
gorgeous driver.
Year Model 1966 Sold Mileage Exempt
Serving Collectors, Dealers & Enthusiasts
For Over 30 Years
We Deliver!
For more information, contact Jim Lyons at Sports Car Company,
Inc.
Call (858)452-6060 or eMail: JLyons@SportsCarCompany - Contact Jim
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