1968 Jaguar-XKE Series 1 1/2 4.2 FHC

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Description

This 1968 Jaguar E-Type is being restored to a Show/Driver level. We have had a lot of interest and requests for performance minded E-Types, and this car is targeted to have these types of upgrades. Even though the car is a 1968 model, it will feature the look of a Series 1 which will include: covered headlights, alloy-dash with Series 1 instruments, upgraded bucket seats, Weber carbs, 1-2-3 electronic ignition, aluminum radiator, auxiliary fan, gear reduction starter, 5-speed transmission, sound deadening, center laced wire wheels, custom headers, 2-inch stainless steel sport exhaust system, Wilwood brakes, custom stereo system. Everything else on the XKE's restoration will be restored or replaced, adhering to our usual Show/Driver rotisserie restoration standards. Please stay tuned to this page for frequent updates on the progress of this performance-minded E-Type!

History

The E-Type Roadster presented here is an early 1968 model, it is one of the few E-Types that are today popularly known as Series I 1/2 cars as they utilize the open headlight bonnets but are otherwise are very similar to the Series I cars retaining the very favorable 4.2 liter engine. Inspiration from the D-Type is unmistakable, as the E-Type had a monocoque passenger compartment, a tube framed engine bay and a tilting hood. The XKE had four-wheel Dunlop disc brakes with the rear discs fitted next to the differential to reduce unsprung weight and, most importantly, fully independent suspension on all four wheels.