For Sale: 1965 Jaguar E-Type in Torrance, California

1965 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES 1 4.2L ROADSTERWest Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely stunning frame off restored example of this very handsome in 'Silver' with a Black interior trim coveted 1965 Jaguar XKE E-Type Series I 4.2L Roadster with a highly desirable upgraded German Getrag 5 speed manual transmission and with the 4.2L 265HP 6 cylinder engine with triple SU carburetors and with a Black interior with wooden steering wheel and original five factory chrome wire knock-off wheels and tools!Chassis # 1E11120Engine # 7E148799Getrag 5 speed manual transmissionOpalescent Silver Gray PaintBlack Bucket Seats InteriorBlack Soft TopChrome wire wheels4.2L 265 HP 6 cylinder engine3.31 limited slip differential4-wheel disc brakesCovered headlightsAM/FM/cassette playerStored in a climate control facilityRecent upgrades include: HD radiator,Performance cams,Stainless steel headers, and exhaust systemBalanced and blueprinted engineVented disc with performance brakesHD sway barThis is a truly marvelous example of this coveted first series of E-Type Jaguars, with the legendary glass covered headlights, small 'mouth' opening at the front, 4.2L liter engine with the triple SU carburetors, aircraft style toggle switches and rear tail and signal lamps positioned handsomely above the chrome rear bumper!Converting to a Getrag five-speed transmission had proved to be a frequent modification to E-Types that gave owners a more modern driving experience, especially with a highway-friendly overdrive fifth gear. However, finding an original Getrag 265 for these conversions has become more difficult and costly since the company was acquired by Magna Powertrain in 2015. Modern conversion kits often use alternative transmissions, like the Tremec T5, adapted for the E-Type. Getrag was a very well respected German manufacturer founded in Ludwisgsburg, Germany in 1935 and which was in business until 2015 when it was fully acquired by Magna Powertrain for $1.9B and their 5 speed transmissions are widely considered to be the ultimate Etype upgrade transmission due its very fine German craftsmanship.This car is a prime example of a beautifully frame off restored example of a 1965 Jaguar Series I Roadster with a Getrag 5 speed manual transmission and with the floor boards and all the typical rust-prone areas completely solid, original and rust-free! The car has no signs of any accidents and has a razor straight body.