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1973 Jaguar Xke 2+2 Coupe on 2040-cars

Year:1973 Mileage:58000 Color: is Indigo
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The decade of the 1970’s forced all auto manufacturers to adhere to stringent US Federal safety emissions legislation. Jaguar’s answer was the production of the V12 engine based on a 5.0 liter concept used in the XJ13 racing prototype.  The all aluminum 5.3 liter engine with single overhead cams on each bank of cylinders was capable of launching the E-type to 100 mph in 15.5 seconds.  Auto enthusiasts all over the world deem the Jaguar V-12 as “one of the world’s greatest engines.”

A total of 15,287 Jaguars were produced in 1973. Only 7,297 2+2 coupes were produced, thus making this a very rare car.

This 1973 Jaguar XKE 2+2 is in excellent condition. A California car, this XKE was in the same family of doctors until the third owner, also a doctor, purchased the car. It now resides with a serious collector in the South.

Exterior is Indigo (Dark Blue) and the paint is in excellent condition.  All chrome and trim still looks showroom new.  The interior is a red leather bucket seat interior. No wear or tear, it is in new condition.

Engine is the original V-12 5.3 liter with automatic transmission.  Factory options are power steering, power brakes, AC, and Kelsey wire wheels with a full wire wheel spare tire.

This 1973 Jaguar XKE 2+2 has always been garaged and was not driven in inclement weather. Miles are 58,000 original miles.  This Jaguar is located in Louisiana.

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