Sold: 1965 JAGUAR XKE CONVERTIBLE

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Specs

ENGINE
HP | 4.2L DOHC Inline Six | 6 Cylinder

TRANSMISSION
4 Speed Manual

EXTERIOR
Opalescent Maroon

INTERIOR
Black

VIN
0

Vehicle Details

THIS CAR HAS BEEN SOLD – Please call 720-588-8427 or Email info@farlandcars.com to speak to a specialist about other options.

In 1965 Jaguar refined their first-series XKE by increasing engine displacement to 4.2 liters, installing an improved transmission with synchro 1st gear and making the seats more comfortable—along with numerous lesser developments. Built in April of 1965, this car is accompanied by a Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate that assures the engine, cylinder head and chassis numbers are all matching. The beautiful (but rarely seen) Opalescent Maroon color is also original to the car as was the black interior.

1E10953 has only had four owners since new, and we have extensive files of records and receipts documenting the exceptional level of care it has benefitted from. About ten years ago it was given a ground-up restoration that included a professional complete strip and refinishing (no evidence of rust or damage was found) and overhauls of the engine, transmission and differential. Of course, during reassembly the chrome was replaced, plus all the cooling, electrical and hydraulic systems were restored as well. Instruments were rebuilt (the clock even works!!), weather seals replaced and five new Dunlop chrome wire wheels & period-correct tires were installed. More recently, the last owner had the interior restored with new black leather, carpets and convertible top. The car retains its original Blaupunkt AM-FM radio and no additional speakers or other add-ons have been installed.Unfortunately, prolonged storage and little use led a thankful of contaminated fuel to ruin the fuel tank, clog the carburetors and caused the valves to stick in their guides.

This past August, over $8000 was spent to remove the head, replace all valves & guides, rebuild the carburetors, install a new fuel tank and all lines. The coolant hoses were replaced (with new Cheney clamps) and the exhaust manifold was beautifully porcelain coated. The interior, engine area & chassis are all show-worthy and the paint retains the glow and depth of the high-quality refinish it had received. There are a few minor imperfections that have developed in the last decade, but are hardly noticeable. Included is a complete set of original owner’s books in their pouch and the jack and original tool kit in their proper bags. As is nearly always the case, you could not raise an average car to the level of this one for anything close to the offering price.

Specs

ENGINE
HP | 4.2L DOHC Inline Six | 6 Cylinder

TRANSMISSION
4 Speed Manual

EXTERIOR
Opalescent Maroon

INTERIOR
Black

VIN
0

Exterior Photos

If you are considering one of the classic or collectible cars on our website, be assured that coming for a personal visit to inspect first-hand the car that has captured your fancy is very welcome. We practice transparency in all of our descriptions, but believe that nothing is as convincing as seeing and touching the car yourself. Plan a few hours, so you can see, touch, feel and drive the car, and enjoy a tour of our restoration shops to see ‘where the magic happens.’ If your schedule is too committed, we also welcome a knowledgeable agent visiting for you. Please understand that sales are final, so the time for all due diligence is before you buy. Our cars are sold AS-IS, since most are on consignment from owners. We follow FTC guidelines for all sales and certainly want our future clients leaving more glowing reports among our reviews!

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