Early Coupe: ’62 Jaguar XKE Flat Floor
We’ve addressed in previous featured cars, the desirability of early cars versus later cars. Later cars are generally more usable and early cars are more collectible. In this early E-Type Jaguar, we have what Jag folks refer to as a “small mouth” with covered headlamps. Early cars also feature flat floors and external hood latches that require a tool to open. These 3.8-liter cars have leather-upholstered bucket seats, an aluminium-trimmed instrument panel and console, and a Moss 4-speed gearbox with a non-synchro 1st. Today’s featured Jaguar was a father/son car back in 1965 when it was purchased from the back of Road & Track’s classified section. Read More