2022-12-08 17:01:05 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 1/23

www.mecum.com/lots/FL0123-545412/1966-jaguar-e-type-series-i-roadster/

Auction description:

Lot K153.1 Kissimmee 2023 Jan 4-15

Chassis No. 1E12849

Highly original unrestored condition

4.2L DOHC inline 6-cylinder engine

Triple SU sidedraft carburetors

4-speed manual gearbox

Wood-rimmed steering wheel

Solid State AM/FM radio

Smiths instrumentation

Lucas electronic system

Maroon with Black leather interior

15-inch chrome knock-off wire wheels

As a 1966 model this highly original, unrestored, maroon-liveried, left-hand drive example from The Rick Grant III Estate Collection features the glorious full-house triple-SU carb setup from before U.S.-delivered E-types were subdued with power-sapping twin carbs. It also predates the safety bumpers that later imposed on imports. Inside its black leather interior, Chassis No. 1E12849 further features Smiths instrumentation tucked behind a wood-rimmed steering wheel and a Solid State AM/FM radio.

For many, these late Series 1 E-types represents the zenith of the model, both aesthetically and dynamically. That’s what makes it a favorite with many enthusiasts; just like in its golden era, it possesses the very same virtues, matching and even besting rarefied exotics costing many times more. This E-type roadster hails from what many regard as the sweet spot of the E-type’s evolution, as well as the driver’s choice.

2023-05-05 17:24:30 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 5/23

bringatrailer.com/listing/1966-jaguar-xke-roadster-39/

Auction description:

Seller: BlueChipCar

Location: Mount Sharp, Texas 78620

Chassis: 1E12849

19k Miles Shown

4.2-Liter Inline-Six

Four-Speed Manual Transmission

Metallic Red Paint

Black Upholstery

Black Soft Top

Chrome 15" Knock-Off Wire Wheels

Four-Wheel Disc Brakes

Triple SU Carburetors

Chrome Split Bumpers

Wood-Rimmed Steering Wheel

Push-Button AM/FM Radio

Black Top Boot

Thor Knock-Off Hammer

Emergency Jack

Private Party or Dealer: Dealer

Additional charges from this dealer: USD $0

Lot #107019

This 1966 Jaguar XKE is a Series 1 roadster finished in metallic red over black upholstery and is powered by a 4.2-liter inline-six mated to a four-speed manual transmission. Equipment includes a black soft top, chrome 15″ knock-off wire wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, triple SU carburetors, chrome split bumpers, a wood-rimmed steering wheel, and a push-button AM/FM radio. The selling dealer acquired the car in December 2022 and an oil change was performed in preparation for the sale. This Series I XKE roadster is offered at no reserve in Texas with a black top boot, a Thor knock-off hammer, a jack, and a clean Ohio title.

The body is finished in metallic red and is equipped with a black canvas soft top. Exterior elements include covered headlights, chrome split bumpers, a clamshell hood with louvers, hood-mounted side mirrors, three windshield wipers, chrome windshield and door-top moldings, a black top boot, and polished central exhaust outlets. Exterior wear includes deteriorating seals and weatherstripping.

Chrome-finished 15″ wire wheels are secured by two-eared knock-offs and mounted with 185-series Dunlop SP Sport tires. Braking is handled by four-wheel discs with inboard-mounted rear rotors.

The interior is equipped with low-back bucket seats trimmed in black upholstery with a color-coordinated dashboard, door panels, center console, and carpets. Appointments include lap belts, hand-crank side windows, toggle switches for vehicle functions, and a push-button AM/FM radio.

A wood-rimmed steering wheel fronts Smiths instrumentation that includes a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and centrally-mounted auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 19k miles.

The twin-cam 4.2-liter inline-six is equipped with triple SU side-draft carburetors and sends power to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. An oil change was carried out in preparation for the sale.

The cylinder head stamping, 7E8613-9 matches the data plate

2023-05-06 21:14:56 | Captain RD writes:

SOLD $88K plus premium

Lot K153.1 Kissimmee 2023 Jan 4-15

Chassis No. 1E12849

2023-05-12 08:03:05 | pauls writes:

Above BAT auction location changed from Mount Sharp, Texas to Dripping Springs, Texas, no other changes

2023-05-12 17:20:33 | Captain RD writes:

Sold for $135,000 on 5/12/23

Car on BAT