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Jaguar xke redline gearbox oil6/18/2023 ![]() This Vehicle Information Record provided by Jaguar shows the car was built in November 1969 and delivered in Light Blue. Included were rebuilds of the master cylinder, brake booster, and clutch slave cylinder. A September 2016 service included a rear main seal replacement and a clutch rebuild, with a $3,100 receipt shown below.Īn extensive list of parts purchased and work done in 2011 is documented in 4 pages of receipts totaling $11k and shown in the gallery below. The floor pans, rockers, and suspension components all look solid. Updates included new upper/lower ball joints, front wheel bearings, link bushings, and front shocks, along with a steering rack rebuild using uprated mounts. Suspension work in 2011 included a full disassembly and replacement of all wear items. The seller reports continued good oil pressure and a strong running engine with no current issues. A new fuel tank, fuel filter, and hoses were also installed as part of the major refurbishment. A Ray Davis aluminum alloy radiator was installed in 2011, and the two fan motors were repaired at that time. The 4-speed manual is shifting smoothly through all gears, with no whining or unusual noises noted. LaBarre Galleries Collectible Oil Stocks, Antique Oil Stock Certificates. The 4.2L twin cam inline-six is reported to be the original unit (#7R9137-9) and is currently fitted with dual non-emission Zenith-Stromberg carbs. All gauges and switchgear are reported working, and the seller has installed a factory-correct radio. The most common issues that cause Jaguar transmission problems: Low transmission fluid level Low transmission fluid level start with erratic shifting, and in some cases, the check engine light may also come on due to fault codes such as P0700, P0730, P0706, or P0783. Carpets are said to be original and appear solid. ![]() The wood-rimed wheel with E-Type center push is in nice shape, as are the dash and other interior surfaces. The Jaguar Record specifies a dark blue interior, and a prior owner related the order was changed to black leather before delivery. Brightwork has no notable scratches or hazing. Panel fit is good, with tight seams and consistent alignment. The car rides on original 72-spoke painted wire wheels, with Redline tires and tubes added in 2011. There is no visible bubbling or rust, and both the seller and prior owner report this XKE has always been garaged and never driven in snow. The finish has held up well, with good shine and no obvious color variations or signs of damage. The car was repainted its original Light Blue in the 1980s and retains its factory look. This XKE is said to have no current mechanical issues and is offered with records covering major services, a Jaguar Vehicle Information Record, and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name. The seller has driven this Coupe about 500 miles, and services during his ownership include a rear main seal replacement and a clutch rebuild. Powered by a 4.2L inline-six paired to a 4-speed manual gearbox, this example has covered 52k miles from new. A major mechanical refresh in 2011 included a front-end rebuild, a brake update with rebuilt calipers and stainless steel pistons, and a new fuel tank, with over $11k in receipts shown in the gallery below. This 1970 Jaguar XKE 4.2L Coupe was purchased from its longterm second owner on BaT in November 2015.
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