1967OPALESCENT MAROON
SR I E-TYPE
JAGUAR, 4.2 LTR ROADSTER
Continually Voted by the Automotive World as
“The Most Beautiful Production Car Ever Produced”
Recommended in Automobile Magazine as a car to “BUY” and by the Wall Street Journal as a notable investment vehicle. As prices have been rapidly increasing (but have yet to peak) this a great car to purchase today and makes an excellent investment for tomorrow. European Open Cars/Roadsters are cited as the best performing class in today’s Classic Car Marketplace as there were fewer made than other Classic Cars making them more rare and therefore better investments.
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The Jaguar E-Type, known to Americans as the XKE, needs no introduction. Enzo Ferrari declared it “the most beautiful car ever made” and50+ years later the E-Type continues to be celebrated andhold its place in history.
The E-Type was introduced to the automotive world in 1961. The brainchild of Williams Lyons and a passionate team of advisors and designers, it was named E-Type as a descendent of the accomplished C and D-Types that had been dominating racetracks. Jaguar took what it learned on the track and applied it to the E-Type.The monocoque passenger compartment, tube framed engine bay and tilting hood came from the D-Type. The E-type’s 3,781cc double overhead camshaft inline six-cylinder engine, developed 265bhp at 5,500rpm. Three carburetors, a four-speed manual gearbox handled the engine’s immense power. Independent front and rear suspension coupled with four-wheel Dunlop disc brakes (with rear discs fitted next to the differential to reduce unsprung weight) kept the E-type nimble on road and track alike. At the time of it’s inception the E-type was one of the fastest production cars on the road, topping out at close to 160 miles per hour..
In addition to being an engineering stroke of brilliance, the E-Type was one of the most attractive, sensuous and evocative designs ever to grace an automobile chassis, described by one automotive critic as “sex on wheels”. A recent survey done by “The Daily Telegraph” echoed past critiques that the E-type is considered the most beautiful car ever built. It’s no wonder that the E-Type Jaguar has become one of the best classic car investments today.
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THE CAR BEING OFFERED…
A beautiful 1967 SR I E-Type Roadster (VIN # 1E12809) with~48,000 miles on the odometer. The vehicle has been well cared for by its current owner as part of a collection of high-end concours classic vehicles. This E-type enjoyed a full restoration several years ago and has been occasionally driven since resulting in a LOW MILES vehicle in excellent mechanical condition. A Heritage Certificate is included confirming the car'sauthenticity.
The body / paint are in SHOW condition with a stunning color combination of Opalescent Maroon / Black. The interior is in exceptional condition. As seen by the below photos, the engine bay is EXTREMELY CLEAN, and was correctly restored to factory specifications.
VEHICLE HISTORY
Since its production, the vehicle has had 5-6 owners.
· The first owner, Sherman L. Siers, ordered the car new. It was delivered to Jaguar Cars, NY from the factory April 1966.
· The second owner, Elsie M Park, purchased it later the same year.
· It is believed that the third or fourth owner had the car completely restored.It eventually ended up in the private collection of Michael Schudroff----Michael owns a high end classic car dealership in New York and maintains an impressive collection of European Classic Cars. It is likely that Mr. Schudroff restored the vehicle but this fact is not confirmed. His website shows the quality of his collection: https://www.carriagehousemotorcars.com/inventory.htm.
Michael sold the vehicle to a major auction house 8 years ago who sold the vehicle to its current owner; for whom we are selling the car.
RESTORATION
Thebody and paintrestoration included the engine bay, firewall, bonnet underside, trunk, and the entire exterior. The entire body was disassembled; this level of restoration can be seen in one of the photos.
As part of our restoration and quality control process, the car has undergone a complete tune-up. It is READY TO HIT THE ROAD.
CURRENT CONDITION
Exterior Highlights
· Body is straight and panels are strong
· Panel gaps are minimal and consistent
· Glass, lights, and chrome are in excellent condition
· Fitted with Lucas PL headlamps
Interior Highlights
· Fully restored interior: new leather, carpet, and vinyl
· Fully restored rear compartment: spare, tire well, and fuel tank
· Fully restored dashboard: instrumentation, switches, and controls
· Correct Jaguar rubber floor mats
Mechanical Highlights
· Fully restored and polished engine compartment: firewall, chassis, and suspension
· Cylinder head, engine block correctly finished in gold
· Exhaust manifolds are like-new, unmarred porcelain
· Correct windscreen washer fluid tank and fully charged battery
Mechanical Issues
· None known
HOW DOES IT DRIVE?
All together, the car is a delight to drive. Due to its proper restoration and recent mechanical quality assessment, the car feels very tight, smooth, and drives like a dream.
Engine: The car starts right up and has a functioning choke
Shifting: Gearbox feels brand new, allowing driver to shift effortlessly without having to worry about the shift linkage or synchromesh.
Brakes:The brakes give direct feedback.
Handling: Suspension is tight and communicative.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The current NADA Book Value for a 1964 E-Type Jaguar Roadster is as follows:
High Retail - $313,900
Average Retail - $124,900
As seen by the description and photos this vehicle is WELL ABOVE average. The reserve price is set on this vehicle WELL BELOW the NADA Book Value; IT’S PRICED TO SELL BY THE END OF THIS AUCTION. It is an Excellent Buy and will allow someone to affordably purchase a highly desirable SR I E-Type Jaguar Roadster.
The SR I E-Types have been an EXCELLENT INVESTMENT over the years; their values have surpassed the stock-market the last 10 years in a row. Don’t let this one get away from you.
Any questions about this car can be addressed through Ebay. IF YOU EMAIL YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION WE WILL CALL YOU AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE. We will keep your contact information confidential and NOT post it on Ebay.
Throughout this auction we will be posting more information about this car as people call or send us questions; this information will be posted under the “QUESTION / ANSWER SECTION” of the Ad, or AT THE VERY BOTTOM OF THE AD.
GOOD LUCK BIDDING – Summer is here and this car will be your ticket to one of the greatest summers of your life.
TERMS OF SALE OVERVIEW I reserve the right to end this listing at anytime should the vehicle no longer be available for sale. The following terms of sale apply to this auction: Payment: Upon placing a bid you agree to the following Terms: Buyer agrees to pay $2,000.00 USD Paypal deposit within 24 hours of auction close, and balance in full within 3 days of the close of the auction via Wire Transfer. All financial transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle. A copy of a clear title will be sent to the Buyer (as proof of clear title) upon Buyer sending Seller Buyer’s contact information. The original title will be sent to the Buyer within 5 Business Days upon Buyer paying for the vehicle in full. Disclaimer: YOUR BID IS A BINDING CONTRACT PLEASE ONLY BID IF YOU INTEND TO FOLLOW THROUGH WITH THE TRANSACTION! You’re bidding to own this car, not the right to look at the car. This vehicle is sold AS-IS WHERE-IS. This vehicle is an old classic car and is not being represented as a new car; but rather a beautiful classic car. Once the Auction has ended, and the Reserve has been met the high/winning bidder is responsible for payment and for arranging shipping. Payment Methods: $2,000.00 USD Paypal deposit within 24 hours of auction close, and remaining balance by Wire Transfer only within 3 days. Fees and Taxes: Out of state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title/registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. |