1969 Jaguar-XKE Series 2 4.2 OTS
Specifications |
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| Stock: | J69-547 |
| Current condition: | SHOW-DRIVER |
| Performance: | 4.2 6 cylinder, dual Stromberg carbs |
| Transmission: | 4 speed manual |
| Color exterior: | Carmen Red |
| Color interior: | Red leather |
| Mileage: | 21,559 miles showing |
| Wheels: | Chrome wire wheels |
| Tires: | Michelin Rain Force MX4 195/65/15 |
| Brakes: | Disc |
| Vin #: | 1R7547 |
| Engine #: | 7R2066-9 |
| Gearbox #: | KE3464 |
| Other 1: | Body Number: 4R1579 |
Description
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History
Hallmarks of Series 2 cars are open headlights without glass covers, a wrap-around rear bumper, re-positioned and larger front indicators and tail lights below the bumpers, better cooling aided by an enlarged "mouth" and twin electric fans, and uprated brakes. The engine is easily identified visually by the change from smooth polished cam covers to a more industrial "ribbed" appearance. It was de-tuned in the US with twin Stromberg’s and larger valve clearances, but in the UK retained triple SU’s and the much tighter valve clearances. The interior and dashboard were also redesigned; rocker switches that met US health and safety regulations were substituted for toggle switches. The dashboard switches also lost their symmetrical layout. A combination steering lock and ignition key was fitted to the steering column, which replaced the dash board mounted ignition switch and charismatic push button starter. A new steering column was fitted with a collapsible section in the event of an accident. New seats were fitted that were certainly more comfortable. Air conditioning and power steering were available as factory option.
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