1966 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Roadster 1-Owner for 25+ Years. Restored 1k miles ago

Description for Jaguar E-Type 1966

1966 Jaguar XKE Series I Roadster

1 Owner for 25+ Years

VIN # 1E12965

46,000 Original Miles

Less than 750 Miles on Mechanical Restoration Sebring Red/CDJ (original color was Pale Primrose) on Black Leather 4-Speed Manual Full Synchromesh Gearbox

Clean and Clear Title

Very Straight and Dry Chassis/Body

1-Owner for 25-Years

Automotive journalists consistently ranked the Jaguar E-Type roadster as one of the most beautiful cars ever built. I couldn’t agree more. In fact, hat seems to be the consensus with everyone who sees this car. People are just drawn to it. As the rumor has it, ven Enzo Ferrari claimed it to be one of the most beautiful designed cars he had ever seen.

The first owner of this E-type was an officer in the Army who was stationed at Fort Monmouth in New Jersey. He purchased this Jaguar in England and had it shipped to the U.S. We don’t know how long he owned the car, ut eventually, e sold it to a stockbroker on the NYSE. This owner sold it to a colleague of his who only had it a few years. He befriended the current owner while traveling on a passenger ferry between NJ and Wall Street. The current owner enjoyed working on these cars and agreed to help the prior owner maintain the car.

In 1990, fter about a year of meeting/working together on the car, he stockbroker decided to sell it to the current owner. This owner used the car as an occasional weekend driver. In 1993, e moved with his wife to Seattle, ashington and brought the car along. Besides his own tinkering, e employed the help of Woodinville Sports Cars, nc., reputable Jaguar specialist who was known for their quality repairs and restoration work on vintage examples.

When the current owner purchased the car, he paint had already been changed from yellow to red. However, he work wasn’t great. So, n 2002, e decided to begin the restoration process. He delivered the car to a reputable painter, teven Ward, n BC, anada. While the car was being repainted, well-respected engine builder, llen Purdy, egan the mechanical restoration. The original engine was tired, o it was rebuilt using an HK block instead. The original carburetors, eads, tc. were rebuilt and reused. The compression is 9.0:1.

From 2005-2006, he car went back to Woodinville Sports Cars to have them do the final bits and pieces of the restoration. This work included:

Advanced Distributors restored a correct XK distributor and converted it to electronic ignitionNew clutch master cylinder, lave cylinder, nd hosesRepair brake and clutch pedalsReplace all cooling and heating hosesInstalled new correct wire wheelsMajor service including manifold/carb gaskets and jettingBrake system service and flushNew convertible soft topRebuild shift linkage and bushingsCooling system serviceReplace headlamp scoops and glass coversNew alternator

Besides the restoration of the body and engine, he current owner spent another $15,000+ sorting out the car and taking care of the small details to make this a wonderful driver. The compression test numbers were excellent:

#1) 180 #2) 180 #3) 190 #4) 190 #5) 180 #6) 180

Recently, his owner took the car to his friend/vintage auto mechanic expert Bernie Buschen in Fall City, ashington to have the car checked over and make sure it is was ready to be used by the next owner. He performed a minor service, ixed a few small things, nd checked the fluids/brakes. While preparing the car, he speedometer stopped working. So, hey replaced the speedo angle drive and transmission mount. They also repaired the tachometer at the same time so it would operate smoothly. Finally, hey repaired the clutch master cylinder.

This Jag is an excellent driver. It is clear by the condition that it was never abused. The paint shines up very nicely and has few signs of use. There are a few areas on the driver side hood vents where the paint is lifting due to prep (see pics). The chrome and brightwork look to be original and in great condition. The glass also appears to be original. The top is brand new and looks perfect. The interior is equally nice with just mild patina from age. The leather seats are in good shape and the dash has no cracks. Most the gauges (except speedo…see above) and lights work properly. There is no horn.

This XKE drives fantastic. It starts easily and with no hesitation. The choke system works perfectly. It has strong power and idles extremely smooth. There is no overheating either. The steering feels tight and the brakes are very responsive. It could easily be driven in comfort on a long tour.

The car comes with recent receipts from Woodinville, ar cover, heel hammer, ools, wo tonneau covers, ew tin parts (see pics), riginal spare wheel/tire, nd a jack.

If you have any questions, lease do not hesitate to contact Paul at 714-335-4911 or paul@autokennel.com For tons of pictures, ither cut and paste the following URL into your browser, r click here: www.AutoKennel.com

This vehicle is sold “as-is” with no warranty, ritten or implied. In some cases, he vehicle does have the remaining factory warranty still in place and will be described above if that is the case. All taxes and fees are the responsibility of the buyer and are not included in the listed price. All vehicle sales will require a $65 document fee. The vehicle listed is described to the best of our ability. The information is based on our own research and statements made to us by the previous owner(s). To the best of our knowledge, he above information is accurate. We are not responsible for errors in our description of options or any other details. The above-mentioned vehicle is used and can be expected to show some wear and tear. It is not a brand new vehicle. We do welcome all local pre-purchase inspections on vehicles in order to verify condition.