Chassis 1E14923
- Offered in its factory-correct Carmen Red over black
leather
- Desirable closed-headlight Series I configuration
- 4.2-liter "gold head" XK inline-six
- Rear luggage rack for added touring practicality
- Attractive driver-level presentation, ideal for regular
enjoyment
Few sports cars have achieved the enduring appeal of the Jaguar
XKE. Introduced in 1961, it combined exceptional performance,
advanced engineering, and one of the most recognizable shapes of
the postwar era. Its monocoque construction, independent rear
suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and twin-cam XK engine gave the
XKE capabilities to match its dramatic appearance, while its
comparatively accessible price helped make it an international
success.
By 1967, the XKE had benefited from years of careful development
while retaining the purity of the original Series I design. The
4.2-liter version introduced greater torque and improved
drivability, while the covered headlamps, slim bumpers, and elegant
open coachwork preserved the details that have made these earlier
cars especially desirable among collectors.
This 1967 Jaguar XKE Roadster, chassis 1E14923, was delivered new
through Jaguar Cars New York to Westville, Illinois on January 30,
1968. It is presented today in its factory-correct specification of
Carmen Red over black leather with a matching black canvas top, a
timeless combination that suits the flowing lines of the XKE
particularly well.
Under the bonnet is Jaguar's celebrated 4.2-liter XK inline-six,
distinguished here by its gold-painted cylinder head. Smooth,
flexible, and remarkably capable, the XK engine remains one of the
defining elements of the E-Type driving experience, offering ample
performance while maintaining the refinement expected of a proper
grand touring roadster.
The exterior presents attractively throughout, with the Carmen Red
finish showing well and complemented by brightwork that gives the
car a crisp, traditional appearance. The desirable closed headlamps
retain the elegant early Series I look, while a rear luggage rack
adds both visual interest and useful practicality for touring.
Inside, the black leather cabin is simple, purposeful, and
unmistakably Jaguar. The low seating position, compact steering
wheel, and aircraft-inspired instrumentation create one of the most
evocative cockpits of the period, while the black soft top provides
a handsome complement to the exterior when raised.
Mechanically, this XKE is especially appealing, with strong road
manners and excellent overall fitness that make it well suited to
regular use. Importantly, it retains its numbers-matching 4.2-liter
XK inline-six, preserving an important element of originality while
delivering the smooth, flexible performance for which the model is
so well known.
Today, chassis 1E14923 presents as a very appealing driver-level
XKE, with the sort of honest, well-kept character that encourages
regular use. Rather than being an over-restored showpiece, it is a
car that can be comfortably enjoyed on tours, club events, and
weekend drives while still offering the beauty and presence that
have made the E-Type such an enduring icon.
With its factory-correct color combination, desirable
closed-headlamp configuration, 4.2-liter XK power, and attractive
overall presentation, this 1967 XKE Roadster represents an
excellent opportunity to acquire one of the most celebrated British
sports cars in a particularly usable form.
Offers welcome and trades considered.
