Vehicle Description
1970 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
Designer: Malcolm Sayer
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Estimate: $75,000 - $85,000 Without Reserve
Chassis Number: 1R11237
Decoded: 1R=Series II, 1=Left Hand Drive Open Two Seater,
1237=Serial
Engine: 4.2L DOHC, 245 bhp Straight-Six Engine
Dual Zenith-Stromberg Side-Draft Carburetors
All-Synchro 4-Speed Manual Transmission
Four-Wheel Power Disk Brakes
Odometer: 40,361 (Believed to be Actual)
Desired Series II Comfort and Reliability ��
Freshly Commissioned From Long-Term Ownership
Perfect Long-Range Tourer
The Model: Jaguar set the motoring world on fire with the release
of the new E-Type. �The new E-Type delivered sleek lines legendary
handling and staggering performance for a fraction of the price of
Ferraris and Aston Martins of similar performance. Throughout its
life, Jaguar continuously improved the E-Type's safety and
drivability. The new Series II from 1969 was a comprehensively
updated realization of Malcolm Sayers' legendary original design.
The Series II represents the perfect choice for a useable classic
with refined manners, better seating and improved safety features
over the early cars. Jaguar resolved the cooling issues of the
early cars by a adding a high-capacity radiator, larger water pump,
and wider air intake. The introduction of larger Girling disc
brakes brought a significant improvement to the car's stopping
performance as well. All of these improvements resulted in a car
that is a superior choice for the owner wishing to enjoy all-day
touring in a car that is an incredibly easy to drive classic that
is well-suited to modern traffic.
The Car: This striking 40,361-mile silver E-Type roadster presents
in incredible unrestored condition throughout, right down to its
original sharp black leather interior. This car has had just one
respray in 1989 and has only driven around 2,000 miles since then.
The chrome wire wheels are also factory originals and still in
incredible condition. The black vinyl top is the same one it left
the factory with and in near-perfect condition. The addition of the
rare optional headrests and sun visors add to the appeal that makes
series II E-Types the perfect choice for owners who want a truly
usable classic car. The period-correct optional chrome rear luggage
rack adds to this roadster's appeal as an elegant long-range
tourer. Mechanically, this E-Type runs well and is just as it left
the factory with complete matching numbers throughout. This car has
just had the carburetors cleaned and rebuilt as well as the fuel
tank cleaned to return the car to roadworthiness. True enthusiasts
have caught on to the value that these Series II cars represent as
much more reliable and comfortable cars for regular usage than the
early variants. Don't miss your opportunity to secure this original
E-Type.
