1969 Jaguar XK Series 2, E-type

Jaguar XK Series 2, E-type (1969)
for sale

Price: US $14,000.00

Description:

This Jag is for the true enthusiast who enjoys going back in time. This XKE has been restored by a highly reputable restoration shop here in Sioux Falls to a near perfect finish. All the running gear, power plant, electrics, gauges, and A/C are in good running order, with the exception of the speedometer which works, but not perfectly. I own the car, so call me, Terry Veldhouse, at 605-261-9638.
As you will see from the pictures, this is a beautiful example of the 2+2, which is gaining in popularity as a collector car across the world as fewer and fewer Jags of this vintage are surviving. The combination of features on this one make it almost one of a kind. Most 2+2 models are automatic, because the whole point of the 2+2 was to add an additional 4 inches to give room for the automatic transmission. This one is one of the 20% that has the 4-speed manual transmission. It also has a beautiful set of wire wheels, A/C, and the right mirror delete. All together, this XKE may be the only one like it in the USA.
The car came to the USA in 1969 as a special order to a pharmacist in Des Moines, Iowa. He sold to a couple from Alton, Iowa, to a man who owned a construction company. His wife was a school teacher who drove it to school. I have met them, as they came to visit the car when they found out I had it. She claimed it was the most reliable car she ever owned, quite a statement from an XKE owner. They traded it in on a new Cadillac in the eighties, where it was bought off the Cadillac lot in Sioux City by its next owner, a local antique shop owner and stock car racing team owner.
I originally purchased the car from this stock car racer and antique dealer in Sioux City. He bought the car off the Cadillac lot and used it as an excursion driver for years. One day he parked in his basement garage and just never drove it again, for whatever reason. After 14 years he couldn't justify keeping it. He assured me that it would run, but it didn't, so the entire engine was completely restored and rebuilt, with the addition of some new headers. There is photo documentation of the restoration process. Of course, I couldn't stop there and ended up restoring all the running gear, front and back, as well. The body was completely redone at the same time. Today, there is less than 1, 000 miles on the Jag since the rebuild.
This Jag has only two flaws. It is missing the rear view mirror, and the radio does not work. Good projects for a new owner that wants to show off his ride while doing some sleuthing. I'm still Terry Veldhouse 605-261-9638.

update: 2015-05-22

Features:

Condition: Seller Notes:
Used
“This gorgeous XKE has been returned to the glory it enjoyed the day it rolled off the assembly line in Coventry. Numbers matching, its exterior has been completely restored and finished off in its original Signal Red. The black interior is original and still in great condition. Originally purchased special order in Des Moines, Iowa, it spent most of its life in or near Sioux City, where a local stock car racer owned and maintained it. He claimed to have driven it to its max of 150 mph. In 2009, he was in failing health and I acquired the vehicle, literally pulling it our of his basement garage. From there, the car's power plant and running gear were completely refurbished. The body was in good condition, but needed a restoration of the finish, which was also done. Several places showed bondo repair, which was removed and steel welded in. In short, this finish is perfect. The chrome is also excellent and original, as are the wire wheels, knock off hubs, books, and tools.”
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 1R41092 Year: 1969
Interior Color: Black Make: Jaguar
Number of Cylinders: 6 Model: XK
Transmission: 4-Speed Manual Trim: 2 + 2
Body Type: Coupe Engine: 4.2L 4235CC 258Cu. In. l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title: Clear Drive Type: Rear wheel drive, independent suspension
Options: Leather Seats Mileage: 54,838
Power Options: Air Conditioning Sub Model: Series 2, E-type
Fuel Type: Gasoline Exterior Color: Signal Red
For Sale By: Private Seller

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