1962 Jaguar XKE Series I 3.8L Roadster

This 1962 Jaguar XKE is a left-hand-drive, Series I open two-seater that was completed on March 6, 1962 and distributed in the US through Jaguar Cars of New York. It was purchased new by Robert Reese, the longest-serving mayor of Asheboro, North Carolina, and remained with him for 42 years, being used in parades and for weekend drives until his passing in 1999. The numbers-matching 3. 8-liter DOHC inline-six remains fitted, and additional modifications include a heavy-duty electric cooling fan, high-torque starter, electronic ignition, and a Bell free-flow stainless steel exhaust system. The car underwent an exterior repaint in 1993 in Cream, the original shade as indicated on the Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate. It is reported that the door jambs, engine compartment, and inner trunk were not refinished at that time. The black soft top is a correct older replacement with a tan underside, and the factory boot cover remains with the car. Series I exterior features include covered headlights and small bumpers with guards. Chrome wire wheels feature two-eared knock-offs and wear 185-series Universal Sport redline tires featuring an H speed rating. Power-assisted braking is handled by discs all around, with the rear units located inboard.