1970 Jaguar XKE Series II Roadster 4-Speed

Description

Introduced in 1961, the Jaguar E‑Type stunned the automotive world with its sculpted aerodynamic form, monocoque‑and‑subframe construction, and performance derived directly from Jaguar’s Le Mans–winning D‑Type. The E-Type was famously rumored to be called "the most beautiful car ever made" by Enzo Ferrari, and in 1996, a 1963 roadster model earned a permanent spot in New York's Museum of Modern Art.

Introduced in 1968, the Series II brought significant updates in response to evolving safety and emission standards, especially for the U.S. market. The glass headlight coverings were removed for the Series II, which featured larger taillights and new front and rear bumpers.

Under the hood, the 4.2-liter inline-six powerplant remained, but its compression was reduced, and it was now fed by a pair of Zenith-Stromberg carburetors. Roadster models were equipped with a four-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential as standard features.

This ‘70 XKE has been retrofitted with a triple SU carburetor setup and was originally delivered to Jaguar's U.S.-market distributor in late 1969. The car is finished in Regency Red with a black convertible soft top over black leather upholstery. It features four-wheel discs with inboard-mounted rear rotors and rides on a fully independent suspension system derived from Jaguar's Le Mans-winning racing cars.

This 1970 Jaguar XKE Series II Roadster four-speed is now offered with a Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate, a wheel knock-off tool, a jack, and a clean Tennessee title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

• 4.2-Liter Inline-Six

• Retrofitted with triple SU carburetors

• Four-speed manual transmission

• Regency Red with a black convertible soft top

• Black leather upholstery

Factory Equipment

• 4.2-Liter Inline-Six

• Four-speed manual transmission

• Regency Red with a black convertible soft top

• Black leather upholstery

• 15” knock-off wire wheels

• Four-wheel disc brakes

• Fully independent suspension

Modifications

• Triple SU carburetor conversion

• Sony CD stereo

Servicing & Documentation

Per the seller, and a service document in the gallery, the following service was completed under current ownership.

• Brake system overhaul, including a new brake reservoir, hoses, and calipers

• Clutch replacement, including a resurface of the flywheel along with replacement of the master cylinder, slave cylinder, reaction valve, and servo

• Engine gaskets, mounts, water pump, and head bolts replaced

Known Imperfections

• Stone chips on the front end

• Gas gauge and clock inoperative

• Cracking on leather upholstery

• Tape applied to the left interior rocker sill

• Worn leather upholstery on the left rocker sill

Ownership History

The car spent time in Texas before being relocated to Tennessee when it was acquired by the seller in July 2024.

Included Items

• Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate

• Wheel knock-off tool

• Jack

Additional Information

• From the seller: “Car is all original with a new boot cover and carpet. The top is in excellent condition. Runs and drives really well.”