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1965 Jaguar XKE Series I 4.2 FHC

Specifications
Stock:J65-680
Current condition:SHOW-DRIVER
Performance:265 hp, 4.2, 3 SU carburetors
Transmission:4 speed synchronized
Suspension:Independent Front and Rear
Color exterior:Jaguar Dark Blue
Color interior: Tan interior
Mileage:47,980
Wheels:Chrome Wire wheels
Tires:Michelin P205/75R15 97S
Brakes:Disc
VIN:1E30680
Engine number:7E2780-9
Gearbox number:EJ163
Other 1:1E20920
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(SOLD) No expense was spared in this incredible restoration. The craftsmanship is superb as well as the fit and finish. During the restoration process at Classic Showcase the following was performed: The 4.2 engine has been rebuilt to factory specifications including hot-tanked, magnafluxed, calibrated, and inspected. New pistons, bearings, timing chain, new oil pump, and water pump. The head was rebuilt, machined, surfaced and calibrated with new valves, guides, keepers, bearings, tensioners and seals. Clutch system, rebuilt carburetors, all new brake system, many powder coated parts, under carriage rebuilt, with new suspension, new wire harness, gas tank restored and epoxy sealed.
History
This Series I 4.2 E-type is the most desirable of all the series with a fully synchronized 4 speed transmission, covered headlights, toggle switches on the dash, comfortable bucket seats, center consol, and arm rest. This makes the best driver and the most collectable for an investment.
1965 Jaguar XKE Series I 4.2 FHC · Stock J65-680 Click photo to zoom · Drag to inspect · Escape to close

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For over thirty years, Classic Showcase, Inc. of Oceanside, California has been a global leader in the sales and restoration of the Jaguar XKE (aka E-Type), along with many other select European marques. Classic Showcase has been helping classic car collectors and enthusiasts worldwide to obtain, restore and sell the highest quality turnkey classic vehicles available today. Specializing in the restoration and sale of the classic Jaguar XKE and XK models, our team is also highly qualified with numerous other British, German and Italian makes as well, including but not limited to: Porsche, Fiat, Ferrari, BMW, MG, and Triumph amongst many others. Our dedicated, professional team has been highly trained to cater to every aspect of making our client’s dreams a reality by exceeding expectations and creating works of art. Classic Showcase is where great cars achieve perfection.

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