1966 JAGUAR XKE SERIES 1 ROASTER Sport 4x4

1966 JAGUAR XKE (OTS or Open Two Seater), After many years of being part of a private collection, this well loved E-Type is now being offered for sale. It is equipped with the desirable 4.2-liter engine, triple carburetors improved braking system and most importantly, the all four speed syncromesh gearbox, as per its late Series I specification. , The restoration was completed in 2003 and performed by Buckingham Motors Jaguar specialists, which was owned and operated by Harry Warn for over 20 years on Grissom Lane in Dallas, Texas and was well known for his classic English car specialties. Primarily restoration of classic Jaguar : X120, XJ150, Mark 2 and E-types. Harry Warn retired by 2005 to the Chesepeake Bay area in Maryland at the age of seventy. The body work was performed by Steve Crowley Services in Dallas one of the most prestigious in this area, they are still running the business. Exterior is finished in Red, with a black leather interior and a vinyl soft top., The mechanical systems have been restored to original spec and serviced; an improvement on the cooling system had been made by professionally fitting a high capacity aluminum radiator and high output alternator for dependable electric performance as well the exhaust manifold has been powder coated and specially designed to keep heat away from the engine. Additionally, the spoked wheels have been chromed over stainless steel for lifetime rust free assurance. Everything functions as designed with excellent compression and performance. The car runs, drives and handles very well with all systems working properly. Its chassis and engine numbers match with the original Manufacturers Warranty Card Documents (included). Since the car was originally sold in 1966 it has had only three Texas owners, always garaged, well treated, properly maintained., , * An unrestored hard top is available separately., , We will be glad to entertain any question and for inspection please call prior.