1966 Jaguar-XKE Series 1 4.2 FHC
Specifications |
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| Stock: | J66-039 |
| Current condition: | SHOW |
| Performance: | 265 hp, 4.2, 3 SU carburetors |
| Transmission: | 4 speed manual |
| Suspension: | Independent front and rear |
| Color exterior: | Jaguar Dark Blue |
| Color interior: | Tan |
| Mileage: | 100 test miles (after restoration) |
| Wheels: | Chrome Wire Wheels |
| Tires: | 185/15 |
| Brakes: | Disc |
| Vin #: | 1E32039 |
| Engine #: | 7E6371-9 |
| Gearbox #: | EJS5528 |
| Other 1: | Body Number: 4E23096 |
Description
January 2026 Update: Our team has recently completed a show-level restoration of this highly collectible, matching-numbers 1966 Jaguar E-Type Coupe and is now in the process of logging test miles. The XKE was fully stripped to bare metal, mounted on a rotisserie, metal-finished and leaded, with all body panels precisely fitted before receiving primer, sealer, base coat, and clear. The finish was then color-sanded and buffed to a beautiful finish. Mechanically, all systems were comprehensively restored, with the engine rebuilt to factory specifications. The fuel, electrical, cooling, and hydraulic systems were fully sorted, and all chrome was re-plated where needed. The interior was completely restored with a custom-tailored Tan interior in correct materials, handcrafted by our Master Trimmer in our Upholstery Department. An MP4 pictorial video documenting the restoration process accompanies the Jaguar. This E-Type is an outstanding example to show, drive, or as investment grade classic Jaguar - please contact our sales team for further details!
History
Launched in 1961 at the international motor show in Geneva, the XKE echoed the sensation of the XK-120, perhaps even more. An astonishing performance package, with amazing speed and handling, the XKE’s’ brand-new 4-wheel independent suspension system was so well conceived, it was used by Jaguar for over thirty years. The Series 1 4.2 is a very user friendly, sporty driver, with all-synchro 4-speed gearbox introduced by Jaguar in 1965, and is one of the most collectable of the E-Types. Some of the features of this model are covered headlights, toggle switches, full instrumentation with styling and a design that was way ahead of its time with center console, and arm rests. Other features of this Series 1 are its steep windshield and tail lights, which are placed above the bumper line in the rear deck. Similarly, the parking lights are above the front bumper line in the front fenders. In 1964 when the 4.2 was tested, fuel consumption was rated road reported at 22 MPG, and a top speed of 140 MPH.
Authenticity
