The 'E' Type Forum

Looking for some experienced feedback on my latest restoration project.

I have a pretty original '66 XKE 2+2. I'm considering purchasing a same year convertable to restore. I'm thinking I may be able to use the bonnet, engine/drive line, dash and front seats from the 2+2 as donar parts. Has anyone done a similar conversion? Have found a '66 convertable with bad engine, no interior and bad front bonnet.

However, ths 2+2 has been in the family since 1970, has 60k miles and was restored in the mid 90's. Had considered selling the 2+2 but the market for them is very weak. Thinking a convertible with non matching numbers but in freshly restored shape is worth 3-4 times more than the 2+2.

Your feedback would be appreciated.

Apart from the dashboard and seats, none of the interior will fit. The gearbox won't swap but the OTS box may be OK. The bonnet might need significant reworking to match. Shame to break up an S1. Would seem to be cheaper to fix the dud engine and re-trim the car?

I'd get a ropey SWB S2 and use the stuff from that to make a nice S1.