350-Powered 1966 Jaguar XKE Series I Coupe 6-Speed Custom
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1966
- Make: Jaguar
- Model: XK-E Coupe
- VIN: 1E32660
- Mileage Shown: 73,000mi (TMU)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Registration
- Color: British Racing Green
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: White Plains, NY 10605
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: V-0057241
Widely regarded as one of the most iconic automobiles ever produced, the Jaguar E-Type was famously described by Enzo Ferrari as “the most beautiful car ever made.” Finished in British Racing Green over tan leather, this 1966 Jaguar XKE Series I Coupe underwent extensive customizations in 1997 at a reported cost of over $30k. The result of a reported 500+ hours of labor, the build features a Goodwrench GM 350ci V8 paired with a Corvette 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive, a custom exhaust system, reworked suspension with V12 XKE components, a widebody conversion, a modified bonnet, Lotus bucket seats, and custom interior appointments. Acquired by the seller approximately 14 years ago, this uniquely built and well-maintained XKE is now being offered for auction out of New York.
The XKE Series I is sought after for its glass-covered headlights, small front grille, and split chrome rear bumper. Recently stripped to bare metal and refinished in British Racing Green, this fixed-head coupe has received a custom Big Block-style hood, metal widebody fenders, custom dual exhaust outlets, and aftermarket staggered-width chrome wire wheels. The car rides on BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires with approximately 90% tread depth, measuring 225/60/15 at the front and 275/60/15 at the rear. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
Inside, the driver is greeted with tan leather upholstery complemented by green carpeting and a contrasting black dashboard. Equipment includes Lotus-sourced bucket seats, a wood-rimmed 3-spoke steering wheel, a custom armrest, a dual cup holder, and a reconstructed transmission tunnel. Other amenities include analog Smiths instrument dials, toggle switches, rubber floor mats, and pop-out rear vent windows. The seller notes that the passenger door only locks from inside the cabin, and a heater is not equipped.
Power is provided by a Goodwrench GM 350ci V8 paired with a Corvette 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive. Mechanical upgrades include an oversized aluminum radiator with an electric cooling fan, a custom exhaust manifold and exhaust system, and a reworked rear end sourced from a V12 XKE. Additional updates consist of a refreshed suspension with replaced front, rear, and parking brake pads, an upgraded brake master cylinder, and rewired gauges. The seller adds that all fluids have been recently changed.
This sale will include a registration, spare tire, jack, and lug wrench.
The seller would like you to know: “This was an exceptionally well-done build. I have over 30k in receipts, which don't include the donor car and the over 500 man-hours. I have owned this car for approximately 14 years, and it has been a real pleasure to drive.”
Comments (32)
Bid in the amount of $15,000
As a Florida guy who needs heat😀 AC is a go,
@FORMULAONE You can get an aftermarket set up which is smaller and it could work where the old unit was. All the duckwork is still intact. I thought about it when I first bought the car but after a while I really didn't need it.
Bid in the amount of $13,000
NO HEAT!? No Room for the Heater-Box? Or, something else?
What would it take to make the heater functionable?
It is a MUST have in our climate !@@!
@Flsupraguy This car is not a 2 + 2.
@Flsupraguy No it does not.
@Helenna No they are not.
In 66 Jag also offered the 2+2 model. I assume this is the 2 seat model and the rear 2 seats are not covered?
Does the car have cruise control?
Bid in the amount of $12,000
Are the original car parts available?
@jallgood1225 Yes
@ferrari400i This car has no heat. AC, wipers, gauges and all lights work. The only issue is the door lock on the passenger side will only lock from the inside.
@uscarrera I am located in White Plains, NY
@jallgood1225 Yes. Everything esle works as it should.
@msdesignltd I am sure that was me.
@MSheehan Just AC
I am sure it was me.
Looks like a Fun Car, I think this car past me a few times on RTE 27 headed and leaving Montauk NY!...Unmistakeable head on and tail views!!!.. I was in My Black E type !
The V8 is sacrilege. So is the cup holder. Buy hey, it is the good ‘ol U.S.A. 🤷🏻♂️
Very impressed with the cup holders! Great auto,
Does it have A/C, Cruze and other amenities?
Bid in the amount of $10,000
Bid in the amount of $6,750
Besides heater and one door lock, does everything else function properly?
Bid in the amount of $6,500
Brake lights?
Bid in the amount of $5,500
Sorry if I missed it where in New York are you located? This thing looks as cool as snot 😀
Hello, does the car have AC and heat? Do the wipers and lights and All Electronics work? If not, what issues might there be? Thanks
Bid in the amount of $500