1968 Jaguar-Projects E-Type 4.2 OTS
Specifications |
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| Stock: | J68-298 |
| Performance: | 4.2 Liter, 2 Stromberg Carbs |
| Transmission: | 4-speed manual |
| Suspension: | Independent Front / Rear |
| Color exterior: | Red |
| Color interior: | Black (with boot cover) |
| Features: | Jaguar FM radio |
| Mileage: | 52,959 showing |
| Wheels: | Chrome Wire Wheels |
| Tires: | Firestone 195/75/15 (Date Code: 2000s) |
| Brakes: | Front & Rear Disc |
| Vin #: | 1E16298 |
| Engine #: | 7E14933-9 |
| Gearbox #: | EE1196 |
| Other 1: | Body Number: 4E8268 |
Description
This 1968 Jaguar E-Type Series 1.5 has a clean California title, and is a restoration-ready project offering a opportunity for an enthusiast seeking to create an E-Type tailored to their own specifications. Classic Showcase has never serviced or worked on this particular E-Type. A client bought the car to us to evaluate before restoring, but after examination decided not to proceed with a restoration, and as such we are now offering the XKE on his behalf. The E-Type is currently not running and will require a complete restoration and mechanical recommissioning before returning to the road. It is also not structurally sound as-is and does have some bondo and rust but this can easily be repaired. Please note the following items are missing from the car: boot panels/ mat, trunk lid springs, dash grab handle, tire hold-down, and plenum box. It is being offered in its present, as-is condition, allowing its next owner to undertake the project independently. Alternatively, the buyer may contract with Classic Showcase to perform a restoration designed around their preferred level of finish, intended use, and specifications – please contact us for more info!
History
The Series 1.5 E-Type Jaguar, referring specifically to the 1968 model year vehicles produced for the US and Canadian markets. With respect to right hand drive ("RHD") markets, it appears that RHD markets did not receive the Series 1.5 specification cars throughout the 1968 model year. Rather, RHD markets received a closer continuation of the Series 1, known unofficially as the Series 1.25 (essentially a Series 1 vehicle in every respect, with the exception of open headlights). Although not officially recognized as a distinct series by Jaguar, the Series 1.5 cars are unique as they contain certain features of both the Series 1 and Series 2 cars. The Series 1.5 name has therefore been broadly adopted to categorize these particular vehicles. Approximately 5,621 vehicles were produced within the chassis number range for the Series 1.5 E-Type, all of which were built between August 1967 and July 1968 (The Series 2 was then produced from August 1968).