WONDERFULLY PRESERVED E-TYPE SURVIVOR, 71K ACTUAL MILES, 5.3 V12, AUTO, QUADS!!

1974 Jaguar E-Type Additional Info:

Every car guy should own a Jaguar once in his life, n E-Type if possible. The British have a way of combining luxury, erformance, nd style in a way that is completely unique in the automotive world, nd the E-Type is the ultimate expression of their craft. This bright red 1974 Jaguar XKE Series III open two-seater delivers everything that its looks promise in a fashion that is uniquely British.Showing just 71,309 original miles, his E-Type can justifiably be called a survivor. By 1974, he E-Type had grown, nd was more of a grand touring machine than corner-carving sports car, ut that's exactly the right place for it to live. This one has been carefully maintained over the years and repaired as necessary, ut never fully disassembled or restored. It's easy to spot E-Types that have never been rusty or damaged, ecause their enormous bonnets fit well and the doors open and close easily, ust as they do on this roadster. The vintage paint offers a soft vintage gloss that draws attention to the length of the front end and the curvaceous rear fenders, nd few cars are better at attracting a crowd than this one. Sure, here are a few signs of use and age, ut with the collector car world's current fascination with originality, t would be a real shame to repaint it. In addition, he chrome is very good, ncluding the grille and bumpers, lthough the federally mandated rubber overriders don't do the styling any favors. Supple black hides fill the cabin with smells that others like Lexus have tried to duplicate, ut never quite managed to succeed. The buckets are firm and supportive, nd show very little wear aside from what the British refer to as "comfort marks" on the driver's seat cushion. Matching wool carpets have been fitted and their edges are bound for a neatly trimmed look, nd the dash pad hasn't been baked by the sun. Handsome Smiths gauges are a British icon, nd they're all functional, ncluding the tachometer which offers a surprising 6500 RPM redline. More E-Type charm comes from the center stack with an array of rocker switches, uxiliary gauges, nd an older AM/FM/cassette stereo head unit down low. The delicate T-handle shifter for the automatic transmission seems out of place in a car with this much performance, ut somehow it fits the car's personality perfectly. The top is snug-fitting black canvas and the trunk, hile shallow, s tastefully upholstered and in excellent condition.The 5.3 liter V12 was designed with Americans in mind, nd its long legs and effortless torque make the E-Type an ideal long-distance cruiser. They're also surprisingly reliable, nd even with those side-draft carburetors, asy for the skilled hobbyist to tune properly. The big cat just loafs along at normal highway speeds, ut jabbing the accelerator results in a massive rush of torque and the most spine-tingling exhaust note this side of a Ferrari. The 3-speed automatic transmission always seems to be in the right gear, nd the exhaust system looks brand new all the way back to the quad exhaust tips. The all-independent suspension perfectly balances handling and ride, nd the Jag is equally at home on the interstate or a twisting mountain road, nd with a history in Florida, ust is obviously not going to be a major issue here. Inboard disc brakes were a Jaguar tradition left over from racing, nd brilliant chrome wire wheels with 185/70/15 redline radials are period perfect.This E-Type transcends boundaries, nd instantly commands respect wherever it goes. Show up in this car and every man will want to be you, nd every woman will want to find out how the passenger's seat feels. Call today!