Seller Notes

1966 Jaguar E-Type XKE for sale! Motorcar Classics is proud to offer this stunning and meticulously restored 1966 Jaguar E-Type Roadster featured in Carmen Red with a black leather interior. The car was restored by the marque specialists at Catz Automotive in Youngstown, OH, where no expense was spared. The body was stripped to bare metal. mounted on a rotisserie. and properly metal-finished with lead to ensure smooth, straight panels. All body parts and chrome were then test-fitted to the body. to ensure a proper fit before the body was finished in Carmen Red. The sparkling brightwork was triple-plated to concours standards. Gleaming chrome wire wheels are fitted with new red-line tires. The undercarriage and suspension are fully detailed with correctly finished floors. new suspension, brakes, bushings, and more.
A black leather interior was fitted with all new custom-tailored materials, including new leather seats, carpet, door panels, and dashboard covering. The top bows were fully restored before being fitted with a new black Hartz canvas convertible top that was custom-sewn and fitted as per original specifications. All dashboard instruments, switchgear and knobs were properly restored. The trunk has been restored to as-new condition as well with rear wood floors cut from marine plywood and finished to the level of furniture.
The original, matching numbers 4. 2 Liter engine (number 7E11598-9) was rebuilt to factory specifications with new pistons, oil pump, timing chain, bearings, valves, guides, seals etc. The head and carburetors were fully rebuilt, and the driveshaft was balanced. New Old Stock parts were used whenever possible. The only deviation from stock is the 5-speed Tremec transmission developed by XKs Unlimited for smoother shifting and the benefit of overdrive 5th for more relaxed cruising
This striking E-Type is well-sorted and drives as well as she looks. It is truly an investment-grade example.