1965 Jaguar E-Type

Coupe

4.2L Straight 6 DOHC

Manual

IE30161

Clear

Gasoline

1965 Jaguar Series 1 XKE E-type fixed head coupe, this is the 2 seater version. Beautiful, sleek styling on these early series 1 coupes, covered headlights, first year for the bigger 4.2L DOHC 6 cylinder, this car starts and runs well, drives straight and true, no shakes or shimmies. It was recently driven to the SVRA vintage races at Indianapolis 500 track, and did a couple of laps around the 2.5 mile oval, what a blast. This car has had recent fuel system servicing including removal of the fuel tank to be dipped and sealed, new correct electric fuel pump, carburetor overhauls, air cleaner refinished in correct hammertone gray paint, new air filter, new Pertronics electronic distributor and coil. Jaguar Heritage Certificate documents this car still retains original colors for exterior and interior. Original engine 7E 1410-9, head 7E 11410-9, chassis 30161 and body 4E 20207 numbers all match the Heritage Certificate. I am assuming the transmission is the original 4-speed, but I could not gain sufficient access to the rear of the gearbox to verify the number. Color is Opalescent Silver Blue with Light blue interior, a beautiful combination. Body has been repainted many years ago, and shows some signs of previous rust repair and some paint touch up on the bonnet. Most noticeable rust repair are the bonnet wing panels, and the driver side foot well has been replaced. It is certainly not a concours level show car, and is not priced as such. It is a very good looking, dependable driver that can be enjoyed without breaking the bank. Or, it would be a great foundation for a ground up restoration, since most original components are there. I am not familiar with jaguars, but from what I can see, the Steering wheel is a smaller diameter replacement along with the 5 smaller gauges in the center are replacement Stewart Warner units instead of the original Smith gauges. Thankfully, the smaller steering wheel makes it a bit easier to get in and out of the car. I do not have the original steering wheel or gauges. Car is sitting on original Jaguar knockoff wire wheels and Michelin tires, with the 5th wire wheel secured in the spare tire storage well. The original jack and tool roll is not present, having been replaced by some aftermarket items and tools in reproduction pouches. SPAX adjustable shocks all the way around appear to be recently installed. Interior is above average, headliner is very nice, seat covers show some age but have no rips, tears, or burn marks. Front carpet is not attached and slides around. Rear carpet is nice and fits well. Door panels are nice, doors open and shut pretty well, locks work, driver side window can be pesky at times going up and down. I am downsizing my storage capacity next year and selling off a few collector cars this year. You are buying this car in "as-is" condition, in person inspection is strongly recommended and I will try my best to accommodate in my busy schedule. International buyers should contact me first. No warranties, I am representing this car to the best of my ability, but this is the only XKE I have ever owned, so my knowledge is limited at best. Please ask any questions, I am happy to provide additional detailed pictures upon request. Please take the time to carefully review the 24 pictures that are included in the auction, I have tried to highlight the most important areas for your consideration. I have placed a very modest reserve on this car which I expect to be reached quite easily. These covered headlight series 1 E types are in hot demand, the coupes are one of the greatest automotive styles of all time. Transportation is the responsibility of purchaser, I will assist with transporter loading as needed. Car is for sale locally as well, so auction could end at any time if car is no longer available. On Aug-12-15 at 12:46:00 PDT, seller added the following information: Since I have had a zillion questions about this car and a buy it now price, I have added that option, first one to hit it gets it!!! Buy it now is $48K.