Regular readers will be aware that I harbor an enormous soft spot for the Jaguar E-Type Roadster. I can’t help but agree with the late great Enzo Ferrari when he described it as the most beautiful car ever created. This 1970 E-Type presents superbly and has recently received plenty of TLC. I have to thank Barn Finder rex m for spotting this gorgeous classic for us. It is located in Colorado and has been listed for sale here on Craigslist. You could be its next proud owner by handing the seller $65,000.

This Jaguar has been in the care of its current owner for forty-four years. For me, that is a significant positive point. Classic cars that remain in long-term ownership are generally treated with care and respect, which is why they have managed to last as long as they have. This one isn’t completely original, with the owner treating it to a repaint in its current British Racing Green around twenty years ago. When it was shiny and new, it wore Willow Green paint. Some purists may not agree with the color change, but I think it improves the vehicle’s overall appearance. The owner admits that the paint isn’t perfect, and it does now wear a few minor imperfections. However, it still shines beautifully and accentuates the sweeping lines of the E-Type. There are a couple of very tiny dents, but these appear insignificant. It may be worth approaching one of those paintless dent removal companies to see if they can do something about those. I would describe the Jag’s overall condition and presentation as an above-average driver-grade car. For those who worry, rust is not an issue with this car. When he treated it to its repaint, the owner replaced the floors. He supplies shots of the underside of the Jag, and it is spotlessly clean. The soft-top is in good order, while the chrome and glass shine as impressively as the paint. The original wire wheels are immaculate, and overall, this Roadster makes a highly favorable first impression.

If the Roadster’s exterior makes a positive impression, the interior continues that theme. The owner says that the interior is largely original, and it remains in excellent condition for its age. The black upholstered surfaces show no evidence of wear or physical damage, while the dash and pad are spotless. There’s no fading on the carpet and no signs of wear on that beautiful wheel. The owner has removed the original radio and slotted a CD player in its place. He has installed speakers behind the seats for this new unit, but the original radio is included in the sale. Otherwise, this interior remains original and unmolested.

Tilting the enormous hood forward reveals the beautiful 4.2-liter DOHC six-cylinder engine that should be producing 266hp. Those rampant ponies find their way to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. The E-Type is a seriously fast car capable of covering the ¼ mile in 15.1 seconds before storming its way to 144mph. This Jag remains numbers-matching, and the owner has spent plenty of money on it in recent times. He has replaced the coolant hoses and belts, the upper and lower ball joints, the front shocks, and the brake master and slave cylinders. There is more to add to that list, but the work has totaled more than $5,500. The only fault that he notes is a slight oil drip from the back of the motor on the passenger side. However, he is investigating this and hopes to rectify the fault before the car sells. Otherwise, it runs and drives perfectly and should provide endless miles of enjoyable motoring for its next lucky owner.

For buyers looking at a 1970 Jaguar E-Type, the Roadster version is undoubtedly the pick of the bunch. As the years rolled on, the E-Type range became heavier and less potent. However, the Roadster remains closest to the purity of the original design brief. Perfect examples can easily command six-figure values, and while this one isn’t perfect, its price looks highly competitive. With that thought in mind, I won’t be surprised if the owner finds a buyer for this classic pretty quickly. Are you tempted to be that person?