1969 JAGUAR XKE CONVERTIBLE for sale
Exotic Classics is proud to present this stunning 1969 Jaguar XKE Convertible. The car is featured in its original Robin's Egg Blue with Dark Blue leather, Dark Blue carpeting and Black convertible top. It is powered by Jaguars famous 4.2 Litre DOHC six-cylinder engine with 4-speed, all-synchromesh gearbox. It is fitted from new with desirable Air Conditioning. All numbers match. Features include Sparkling Chrome Wire Wheels and period chrome luggage rack. Notice the period Phillips AM/FM/SW radio.
This car is an older restoration that remains in superb condition. The car was mechanically restored, with an updated stainless-steel exhaust. The restoration included a bare-metal respray, new interior, and suspension rebuild and detailing. The engine compartment is clean and original. The included JDHT Heritage Certificate attests to the authenticity of the restoration.
The Jaguar XKE is one of the most iconic designs from the golden age of sports cars. Few cars have such immediately recognizable styling. The E-Type design has the DNA of Jaguars successful D-Type race cars and awed automotive journalists when it was introduced in 1961 with a monocoque body, front sub-frame for the engine and suspension, and the independent rear suspension with inboard brakes. With its race-proven motor and all-wheel disc brakes, the performance set new standards. U.S. safety regulations mandated the facelift for the Series II cars in late 1967. Regrettably, the E-type lost its trademark glass covered headlights and gained a larger front air intake. Bumpers were raised and the tail lights were moved below the rear bumpers. The cooling system, marginal in Series I cars, was upgraded with dual electric fans and the brakes also gained bigger calipers. Emission regulations necessitated a change from triple SU to dual Stromberg carburetors and horsepower dropped from 265 hp to 245 hp. The Series II cars are more user-friendly with the aforementioned mechanical improvements, and the improved cooling made AC a practical and desirable option.
Jaguar E-Types are among the most collectible British sports cars and well-sorted examples are delightful to drive. This is a superb example.
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