1970 Jaguar XKE Roadster

Power comes from its numbers-matching 4. 2 liter inline-six, which is paired to a 4-speed manual gearbox. Maintenance has been performed by the same Sarasota-area shop since 1990, and a major mechanical refurbishment took place in stages in recent years. Dayton wires are fitted with knock-off spinners from a Series I, though the correct Series II items are included along with the corresponding tools. The convertible top shows some creasing in the material and a matching top boot is included. The interior is unmodified apart from an older cassette deck fitted in the stock location. The seats are upholstered in correct black leather and are fitted with stock headrests. The 98k indicated miles are believed accurate. The original 4. 2 liter twin cam inline-six has been upgraded with triple SUs topped with individual air cleaners. Two major mechanical overalls have been performed over the last several years. In early 2011 a new exhaust system was fitted, the rear end was rebuilt, the differential resealed, and the suspension and brakes overhauled with new shocks, springs, brake rotors, and rebuilt calipers. In 2012 the engine was removed and rebuilt, and the triple carb manifold was added. Engine #7R12055 is original as confirmed by the data plate pictured in the gallery. Some bubbling is visible near the jack points, and a few additional photos of the underside can be seen in the gallery. Filed under: e type, e-type