For Sale: 1971 Jaguar XKE in Beverly Hills, California

1971 Jaguar XKE Series II RoadsterIntroducing this 1971 Jaguar XKE Series II Roadster featuring a matching-numbers engine. Finished in Ascot Fawn, complemented by a red interior, a classic and period-correct color combination. Chrome accents, including the front bumpers, provide a subtle contrast and highlight the car's clean lines. As the final year of the Series II E-Type, this model reflects the continued refinement Jaguar made to improve drivability and overall usability.Highlights:- Matching Numbers Engine- Long-Term Ownership- Exterior Color: Ascot Fawn- 4.2-liter Inline-Six engine- 4-Speed Manual Transmission- Upgrade to Triple SU Carburetors- Aluminum Radiator Upgrade- Front Wheel Disc Brakes- Convertible Soft Top- Rear Luggage Rack- 3-Spoke Wood Steering Wheel- Chrome Bumpers with Overriders- Smiths Instrumentation- 15-Inch Wire Wheels- Vredestein Tires- Jack and Spare Tire IncludedThis classic car is equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission paired with a 4.2-liter inline-six engine, now fitted with triple SU carburetors for improved performance. Additional features include Smiths instrumentation, front disc brakes, dual exhaust outlets, upgraded with an aluminum radiator, a black convertible soft top, louvered clamshell bonnet, uncovered headlights, chrome trim, and chrome bumpers with overriders. It rides on 15-inch chrome wire wheels fitted with Vredestein tires, along with a jack and full-size spare tire in the trunk.Interior appointments include front bucket seats, a center armrest console, 3-spoke wood steering wheel, manual-crank windows, a driver-side rearview mirror, rocker switches, glove box, JVC radio, and a fender-mounted antenna. The rear luggage rack adds a practical touch for touring.The E-Type's design was influenced by Jaguar's Le Mans-winning D-Type race car, which helps explain its combination of aerodynamic styling and strong performance for its era. This example presents a great opportunity to acquire a late Series II Roadster with desirable specifications and classic styling, mechanically sound. For $49,950