1968 JAGUAR E-TYPE XKE 2+2 COUPE, SERIES 1.5. 4.2L. AUTOMATIC. CHROME WIRES

1968 Jaguar E-Type Description

Offered for sale, from KURT TANNER MOTORCARS, is this fairly complete and decent Series 1.5 2+2 for restoration. This 1968 car was a one year only production model and incorporated a lot of carry-over Series One features including the pretty taillights, earlier bonnet air opening, and attractive smaller bumper set. The 1.5 still carries the panache and silhouette outline of the earlier model's 2+2. This car was recently purchased from it's long term owner from 1991 who planned to restore it but could never find the time.
The body on this car appears pretty decent and straight. There was an incident at some point in the past that required replacement of the original picture frame and the RH front subframe. The LH subframe is the original and reveals a kink in it, so it would be wise to replace this during the restoration. Nevertheless, The bonnet gapping appears fairly good and even. The bonnet underbelly/pan looks very straight and unhit. The doors close well. Wheelarchs are very decent. The boot/trunk floor appears pretty good. There is some rust-through in the front and to the rear of the driver's floor. The passenger floor board appears more solid. There is a typical rust spot around the battery box area.
The interior trim of the car is pretty original as well as the glass, chrome, dashboard, and instruments and all appear to be in good condition. The windshield was replaced at one time. Work has commenced on restoring some interior items, but best to plan for a complete retrim.
The previous owner stated that the car drove well in 1991 with a good engine and gearbox, before being put away for restoration. The engine currently turns by hand but no attempt has been made to start it. It appears this 4.2 unit has been sourced from a later Series 2 car. The exhaust system looks to be in good shape.
Overall, a very decent 2+2 that appears very complete for straightforward restoration. With the rise in Series 1 prices, this Series 1.5 car is a good and economical alternative for an entry-level E-type owner.

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The description above is general in nature and not to be solely relied upon by buyer. Buyer to verify authenticity, matching numbers, condition, year, model, make, type, rarity or provenance and all other relevant information.

This car is sold with a clear title and is available for inspection by appointment.

This car is located in Southern California,35 minutes (30 miles)from the Los Angeles Port of Long Beach.

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