1970 Jaguar E-Type

XKE Convertible

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Manual

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View our eBay StoreSign up for our Email Newsletter 1970 Jaguar XKE Roadster offered with a reserve This exceptional example was purchased by the current owner in 2003 from the original owners estate. The car had been sitting for a while, so the process of restoring the car mechanically was begun. Pretty much everything was rebuilt over the next few years-Brakes, Rear End, Clutch/Slave Cylinder, Suspension, Carburators, Gas Tank Reconditioned, New Aluminum Radiator Installed, U Joints replaced, New Head Gasket installed, Fuel Pump, Electronic Ignition Added, and more. Then last year the car was sent to a professional shop for repainting. As anyone who knows these cars is aware, it isnt until one disassembles an E type that one discovers the true condition of the body. This car was no different and the floor boards, left rear wheel well and the rockers were replaced with correct new panels from England. The Chrome was replated, New Wire Wheels installed with Red Line Radials, New Top and Boot, and all rubbers were replaced with correct parts. A new Stainless Steel Exhaust was installed. During this process the pesky copper Heater Lines were replaced with Stainless Steel lines and the heater core was rebuilt as well. This is a fully sorted car that runs and drives without fault- a car that can be pressed into immediate service without any concerns about reliability or hidden problems. If you are looking for a well sorted Series II OTS I think you will be hard pressed to find a finer example or one with the history and provenance of this lovely car. We have many more photographs of this car, please click on any image to be taken to our full-size image list! The E-type was initially designed and shown to the public as a grand tourerin two seater coupé form (FHC or Fixed Head Coupe) and as convertible (OTS or Open Two Seater). The model was made in 3 distinct versions generally referred to as "Series 1", "Series 2" and "Series 3". A transitional series between Series 1 and Series 2 is known unofficially as "Series 1½". Series 2 cars such as this one feature Open headlights without glass covers (Earlier cars had problems with misting, despite gaskets), a wrap-around rear bumper, re-positioned and larger front indicators and taillights below the bumpers, better cooling aided by an enlarged "mouth" and twin electric fans, and uprated brakes are hallmarks of Series 2 cars. De-tuned in US, but still with triple SUs in the UK, the engine is easily identified visually by the change from smooth polished cam covers to a more industrial 'ribbed' appearance. Late Series 1½ cars also had ribbed cam covers. The interior and dashboard were also redesigned, with flick switches being substituted for rocker switches that met U.S health and safety regulations. The dashboard switches also lost their symmetrical layout. New seats were fitted, which purists claim lacked the style of the originals but were certainly more comfortable. Air conditioning and power steering were available as factory options. It was available in FHC, OTS, and 2+2 versions. The E type is generally considered one of the seminal sports car designs of all time, in fact it was displayed in the Museum of Modern Art due to its stunning lines. No collection is complete without an E type. Our Ebay Policies: Significant Cars is one of the largest Collector Car Brokers and Dealers in the Country. Since 2003 we have worked hard to "change the way collector cars find new homes" by providing unparralleled web presentation of the cars we are representing. Most of our cars have over 30 photographs, and these can be viewed by visiting our website (our eBay handle dot com), or by clicking on any of the photographs in the black background area of our EBay listings. We welcome your call with any questions about any of our listings at anytime at 800-837-9902 and certainly encourage your personal inspection of any of the cars we are selling-just call us and we will be happy to set up an appointment for your to see and test drive the car. We realize that eBay is a difficult venue to properly evaluate an item as complex as an automobile. You can feel secure bidding with confidence on any of our cars since we guarantee your satisfaction! Should you win the auction and come to see the car and decide you do not want it for any reason, no negative feedback will result, any deposit you may have paid will be cheerfully refunded. Description images and copy © 2004-2012 Significant Cars, Inc. Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.