We are thrilled to offer another exceptional Jaguar E-type for sale. This 1966 Jaguar E-type Series 1 4.2 Roadster was built on December 20th of 1965 and was originally dispatched on January 19th of 1966. This wonderful Jaguar XKE was previously fully restored and finished in the stunning color combination of Primrose with Biscuit interior. The tan canvas convertible top and boot cover go nicely with the interior and beautiful Primrose Paint. The Jaguar presented here does have the original engine (matching cylinder head and engine block) as per the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Certificate and has close to $30,000.00 in driving upgrades. In other words, if you purchased a Jaguar E-type Series 1, 1.5 or 2 Roadster or Fixed Coupe, it would cost another $30,000 plus to replicate these upgrades. It would also cost substantially more than this to replicate with an original rebuilt engine as sound and tight as this one. This is the BEST driving Jaguar E-type on the market today. I have bought and sold close to 300 of these cars and know how they are supposed to drive. If you do not like driving cars and don’t like reliability, this Jaguar E-type is not for you. The driving upgrades and engine make this car highlighted by a new 5-speed Tremec gearbox with an aluminum fly wheel. The 5-speed transmission shifts silky smooth and at 80 mph the RPMs are around 2,500. In addition, an upgraded radiator has been installed with an electric fan to keep the temperature cool in any climate. Furthermore, a Retro Air Conditioning system has been installed which keeps the cabin cool and far superior to any factory Jaguar E-type AC system. It blows very cold. A more efficient alternator along with the new Air Conditioning compressor was installed along with all new AC components and hoses. A smaller 15” diameter original style steering wheel was also installed to which gives more legroom and has a better feel than the slim and brittle 16” steering wheel. We also installed a new retro radio with Bluetooth connectivity and a built-in microphone for hands free mobile phone communication. A full stainless-steel exhaust was installed as well with new porcelain exhaust manifolds. A gear reduction starter has been installed along with electronic ignition, so starting this Jaguar is easy and she fires without any issues. The brake system has been upgraded with ceramic brake pads and the brakes have been completely gone through. All the wiring has been gone through and upgraded interior LEDS lighting has been installed which make for easier reading of the gauges at night. This also goes along with halogen headlamps which are also an upgrade. This is what the Jaguar E-type should have been when it first came out.
This Jaguar E-type Series 1 Roadster is one of the best driving Jaguar E-types we have ever had, and we have owned a lot of them. The engine is very strong with excellent compression 165psi to 175psi across all 6 cylinders. The oil pressure is also excellent as we installed a “wet gauge” which by passes the temperamental oil sender and gives an exact and accurate reading of the oil pressure. The clutch feels excellent with no slippage and the gearbox is quick to shift between the gears. Overall, the handling of this Jaguar is on point and there is no shake in the steering wheel, pulling upon hard braking or any loose feel whatsoever. This car drives tight and accelerates rapidly with a smile eliciting torque. This is what a Jaguar E-type should be and no they do not all drive like this one does. The Jaguar E-type shown here would do well at car shows and we would call this a show driver car, but where this Jaguar also shines is on the road. If you are looking for a reliable and fun Jaguar E-type Series 1 Roadster to drive just anywhere with a plethora of creature comforts and sensible upgrades, this is your car, and you will be hard pressed to find a better driving road car Jaguar E-type.
At MotorCarTrader.com we take a different approach to buying and selling our classic Jaguar E-types and Classic Sports Cars. As opposed to pushing a large volume through to quickly sell with extensive detailing prep and professional photography, we focus on going through each car mechanically to make them excellent and reliable driving cars. We have bought, sold, consulted and restored over 250 Jaguar E-types, so know them very well, how they are supposed to drive and what models need sensible upgrades to make them great drivers. Our cars are about value, the driving experience and the heavy work is already completed. In addition, we are fully transparent with imperfections or additional needs our cars may have if any.
NEW ARRIVAL: We are happy to offer this 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL Convertible “Pagoda”. We sold this wonderful car in 2018 and recently purchased the car back. We have offered here a beautiful Mercedes 250SL in the gorgeous and original color combination of Papyrus White (717 G) with dark blue interior and dark blue German canvas soft top. This great car has a build date of April 24 of 1967 (production number 001721). The 250SL was the rarest of all “Pagoda” models produced and only offered in 1967.
This Mercedes 250SL runs and drives perfectly. The car does not fade on hard braking as it stops straight. It has great power and is a blast to drive. There is no hesitation with acceleration. Furthermore, the steering is true and does not shake or fade at higher speeds. This Mercedes 250SL does have power steering, which helps for a very enjoyable driving experience. The 4- speed manual transmission is very tight and shifting through the gears is a breeze, as a new major shifting bushing kit was installed recently. The engine is very strong with great oil pressure and excellent compression on all 6 cylinders between 150 psi and 155 psi. More details on this Mercedes Benz 250SL:
Invoices and documentation going back to 1984.
Restored in its original color combination.
Driving log kept between 30,742 km to 86,756 km and over 25 years.
Only 90,424 km (56,187 miles) km shown
Rare option with the rear (back seat) sideways seat.
Original Removable hardtop in the original color.
Euro spec car (original German delivery) with more power.
New Retro Style Radio with auxiliary hookup
Wood has all been refinished
Desirable 4-speed transmission
A copy of the Mercedes Data Card is included.This is a wonderful Mercedes -Benz 250SL to drive. It can be driven anywhere and daily and will easily keep up with today’s traffic. This is a usable car and drives with ease on back roads or on main highways. The Mercedes 250SL are great investment cars as they are continuing to appreciate as the rarest of all Pagodas. The w113 (230,250 and 280SLs) are one of the most engaging Mercedes SLs ever produced. This is especially true with the manual transmission and all of the above makes this a truly special Mercedes 250SL to enjoy as it appreciates.
We are ecstatic to offer this stunning 1965 Jaguar E-type Series 1 Roadster. This unique car was owned by the same family for nearly 40 years until we purchased it in the late 2023. It was previously restored and a show winner, but had been sitting for about 4 years years in a dry garage. We have brought this car back to its former glory with some driving/performance upgrades and gone through the entire car (new brake system, carburetors rebuilt, all gauges working, new suspension, electrical gone through, new fuel tank, etc.) Please inquire for more information and will be ready for delivery by early June 2025.
We are proud to offer this exceptionally preserved 1970 Jaguar E-type Series 2 Fixed Head Coupe with only 26,035 miles since new. This car has only traveled 26,035 miles since new 55 years ago or on average about 473 miles a year. It had three owners since new and was recently serviced and gone through to make it a wonderful driver as well. More information coming soon or please inquire. We expect this Jaguar E-type to be ready by late June 2025.
The XK received a facelift in 2009, with minor alterations to front and rear lights and bumper designs, together with the introduction of a new 5.0-litre V8 for both the naturally aspirated XK and the supercharged XKR. The interior also received some changes, in particular the introduction of the XF style rotary gear selector mated to the new ZF automatic transmission. In 2010, Jaguar added the Speed Pack option, with aerodynamic body kit and speed limiter increased to 280 km/h (174 mph), and the Black Pack, with black wheels and trim. The XK received a second and more minor facelift in 2011 with a new front bumper and light design, which was presented at the New York Auto Show
The range was extended in 2011, with the introduction of the new, powerful and rare limited production XKR-S at the Geneva Motor Show, featuring an upgraded XKR engine generating a maximum power output of 550 hp 502 lb/ft. of torque. The XKR-S badge was first used on the 2008 special edition XK. Jaguar claimed that this new version was the fastest production Jaguar ever at the time of its introduction, having a top speed of 186 mph and accelerating from 0 to 60 in 4.0 seconds.
We are proud to offer another great sports car for sale. This stunning 1997 Porsche 911 (993) Carrera Cabriolet is finished in Glacier White with Dark Blue interior. The Porsche 911 presented here is equipped with the desirable 6-speed manual transmission and has traveled only 50,508 original miles in its nearly 30-year life. This Porsche 911 has been well maintained throughout its life and is in excellent condition. Furthermore, this gorgeous example does come with a clean Car Fax since new.
This car has over 20 years of service history including the recent work completed:
Oil change
Horn repair,
Servicing the air conditioning system. (Blows very cold).
new front and rear shocks for hood/trunk.
The 18” Turbo Twist Wheels dismounted powder coated in their original color. (Completed post PPI).
New 225/40/R18 (Front) 265/35/R18 (Rear) Yokohama Adven Sport A/S + Tires installed. (Completed post PPI).
Alignment
A $1,500 Blue Tooth Stereo System installed in 2015. The original radio goes with the car.
A full PPI (Pre-Purchase Inspection) completed by a Porsche Specialist with compression and leaks down tests.
Compression results were excellent of 208pis to 210psi across all 6 cylinders.
The leak down results were also excellent between 2-8% on all cylinders.
The Full PPI is shared in our gallery.
This is a wonderful example that has been enjoyed throughout its life and very well maintained. In addition to the nearly 200 pictures posted on our website at MotorCarTrader.com, we also have a walkaround video, a secondary walk around video and a driving video as well. These 993 cars were the last of the air-cooled Porsches and very sought after by collectors and enthusiasts, especially with low miles as this one has.
