1971 Jaguar E-Type (XKE) Series II Roadster 4-Speed

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1971 Jaguar E‑Type Series II Roadster, also known in North America as the XKE, represented the final iteration of Jaguar’s iconic six-cylinder convertible before the V12 era. Produced at Coventry, England, this model was part of a Series II run spanning 1968–71, featuring safety and comfort upgrades.

Under its long hood, a 4.2‑liter inline‑six delivered 246 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 263 lb‑ft. of torque, paired with either a four‑speed manual or three‑speed automatic transmission. The ’71 Jaguar received open headlights, full-width bumpers front and rear, and reclining seats.

The seller of this 1971 E-Type Series II Roadster purchased the car in November 2019 as a “retirement investment” while also fulfilling a life-long dream of owning “the most beautiful car in the World." The E-Type has been driven approximately 300 miles under his ownership, and it was garaged and covered whenever it wasn’t on the road.

A bare-metal cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment was reportedly completed under prior ownership, including rebuilding the engine — with triple side-draft Weber carburetors — and installing a new clutch, power steering pump and hoses, brake booster, exhaust system, convertible top and header rail, and tires. The car was also refinished in Signal Red paint.

This E-Type is now offered with some service receipts and a clean Texas title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Refinished in Signal Red paint

• Reupholstered tan leather bucket seats

• 4.2‑liter inline‑six engine with triple side-draft Weber carburetors

• Four‑speed manual transmission

Factory Equipment

• Louvered clamshell bonnet/hood

• Independent front and rear suspension

• Four-wheel disc brakes

• Wire-spoked knockoff wheels

• Driver-side exterior mirror

• Optional air conditioning

• Power steering

• Reclining bucket seats

• Wood-rimmed steering wheel

• Wood shifter knob

• 160-mph speedometer and 6,000-rpm tachometer

• Clock

• The chassis number (2R14486) decodes as:

  • 2R – Series II, 4.2L inline-six engine, U.S. specification

  • 14486 – Sequential production number

Modifications

• New tan leather upholstery on bucket seats, door panels, and sills upholstery, and new carpet in 2023 by Moreno Custom Interiors, Grapevine, Texas

• Restoration work by Mid-Century Motoring in 2017-2018 included:

  • Rebuilt engine and added triple side-draft Weber carburetors

  • Updated air conditioning

  • New clutch

  • New ANSA Marmitte exhaust system

  • New black convertible top and header rail

• Pioneer AM/FM/Cassette stereo with Pioneer speakers

Servicing

• In March 2024, a small fire in the center carburetor was quickly extinguished, and repair was performed by The Jag Lab in Denton, Texas

• Maintenance work by Mid-Century Motoring in 2017-2018 included:

  • Refinished in Signal Red paint

  • New power steering pump and hoses

  • New brake booster

  • New Michelin Defender 205/70R15 tires

Documentation

• Some service receipts included

Known Imperfections

• Ding on hood that has caused a spider crack

• Spot on paint behind passenger door

• Paint chips on inside of trunk edge

• Stains on trunk carpet

• Clock is inoperable

Ownership History

The seller of this 1971 Jaguar E-Type Series II Roadster purchased it in November 2019 , but now age and mobility issues have made it difficult for him to get in and out of the car, and he feels that it is "time to share it with the next generation of ownership."

The seller explains that under prior ownership, the vehicle underwent a bare-metal restoration, and "the body is solid and rust-free."

Included Items

• Some service receipts

• Spare tire

• Carpeted floor mats

• Fire extinguisher