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Dealer Info
tel: 314-710-6600Classic Jaguar E-Type, XK Restoration and Sales | It's Alive Automotive
11714 Saint Charles Rock Rd
Bridgeton MO, 63044
Rare and Highly Original 1961 Jaguar XKE Series 3.8L OTS Flat Floor
Benchmark example of a 'Flat Floor - Welded Louvre' E-Type Roadster (OTS) from the first year of production.
Under the voluptuous bonnet is the numbers-matching 265bhp 3.8-litre straight-six, fed by triple SU carburetors, coupled to a matching numbers four-speed manual transmission.
Highly desirable factory correct Cream over Black leather.
Rare numbers matching, Flat Floor OTS with Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate.
Highlights
- This is an original 'Flat Floor' EType 'OTS' roadster which featured the welded bonnet louvres. Around 1,500 such cars were built up to Christmas 1961, after which bonnet pressing machines were installed during the factory shutdown over the holiday period. Confirmed by the accompanying Jaguar Heritage Certificate, this car was built on 14 November 1961.
- The car retains its numbers matching engine, bonnet, and even the original steering wheel. The original VIN plate, flattop air intake, and thin dashboard top are also present. Original Factory Color Cream over Black Leather.
- Under the voluptuous bonnet is the numbersmatching 265bhp 3.8litre straightsix, fed by triple SU carburetors, coupled to a matching numbers fourspeed manual transmission.
- This Jaguar EType Series 1 3.8 'Flat Floor' OTS is a very original example, which is just waiting for another enthusiast to enjoy. This EType boasts the desirable firstyear specification, and is presented in a wonderfully elegant color scheme that accentuates its iconic design.
Specs
- Year
- 1961
- Make
- Jaguar
- Engine Size
- Inline 6
- Horsepower
- 265
- Body Color
- Cream
- Body Style
- Convertible
Description
Benchmark example of a 'Flat Floor - Welded Louvre' E-Type Roadster (OTS) from the first year of production.
Under the voluptuous bonnet is the numbers-matching 265bhp 3.8-litre straight-six, fed by triple SU carburetors, coupled to a matching numbers four-speed manual transmission.
Highly desirable factory correct Cream over Black leather.
Rare numbers matching, Flat Floor OTS with Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate.
$169,900
- Stock #
- H265
- Vin:
- 876105
- Engine:
- Inline 6
- Transmission:
- 4 Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 62,200
Rare and Highly Original 1961 Jaguar XKE Series 3.8L OTS Flat Floor