This 1966 Jaguar XKE Series I roadster was purchased by the seller as a disassembled project in 2023 and was subsequently restored. Refreshes of the suspension, brakes, and interior were also carried out, and the blue convertible top, rubber seals, glass, and wiring were replaced. The chrome trim and hardware were replated or replaced at this time along with the door seals and glass, and the convertible top frame was rebuilt.

Braking is provided by four-wheel discs with inboard-mounted rear rotors. The brakes and four-wheel independent suspension were overhauled during the refurbishment.

Interior appointments include black vinyl dash trim, a sliding rearview mirror, toggle switches for electrical functions, and a heater. The wood-rimmed steering wheel frames a Smiths 160-mph speedometer and 6k-rpm tachometer, while auxiliary gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel level, and amperage are located in the center of the dashboard.

The rebuilt 4.2-liter inline-six features triple SU carburetors and was factory rated at 265 horsepower and 283 lb-ft of torque. Power is routed to the rear wheels through a full-synchromesh four-speed manual transmission that was rebuilt with 3.07:1 gears during the refurbishment, as well as a rebuilt limited-slip differential.

The Ron Sturgeon Collection