1967 Jaguar XKE E-Type Roadster

This 1967 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2 Roadster was offered for sale at the 2007 Christies auction of 'Exceptional Motor Cars at the Monterey Jet Center.' It is finished in British Racing Green with a black interior. The engine is a six-cylinder unit with twin overhead camshafts and 265 horsepower at its disposal. There is a four-speed manual gearbox and disc brakes on all four wheels.

The 1967 Series 1 E-Type's had faired-in headlight styling, great brakes, comfortable seats, and a reliable gearbox. They are considered by many to be the best of the Series I E-Types.

The first update to the E-Type was in 1964 which saw an increase in engine size to 4.2-liters. The top speed remained at 145 mph but torque improved throughout the range. Standard for the 4.2 cars were an improved brake servo system and an all-synchromesh gearbox. The clutch and electrical cooling systems were also improved, and the seats were more comfortable, the dashboard revised, and a storage compartment was now available in the transmission tunnel.

This example has 83,000 miles on its odometer. A modern radio has been installed. A spare tire is the only accessory to this car. It was offered without reserve and estimated to sell for $80,000 - $120,000. The buyer of this car saw an opportunity and purchased this car for an excellent price of $55,000 including buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2007