2006-11-07 18:24:02 | Tom Curren writes:

Built by me as an SCCA GT2 race car. GT2 track record at Sebring. Currently holds four Land Speed Records. 2006 National Concourse Champion in S2. 9,998 score.

2006-11-12 19:50:13 | L Murray writes:

Nice. Very nice.

2006-11-13 15:26:33 | Doug writes:

But Tom, the 2006 Concours (note there is no "e") is not yet over. If your car does keep its first place standing after the season is over, it won't be a "National" champion. There is no such thing in JCNA, which is an international organization. Try "North American" champion.

2007-03-07 12:53:31 | pauls writes:

Car to be at RM auction Amelia Island, Florida 3/10/07
www.rmauctions.com/

LOT: 300
ESTIMATE: $75,000 - $100,000
CHASSIS NO: 7E55279
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Specifications:
For 12 months spanning 1997-98 the arresting 1966 Jaguar XKE Coupe offered here was totally stripped and rebuilt from the ground up to be raced in the SCCA GT2 category. At its first event appearance, the 6th of June 1998 at Sebring, the Jaguar set a new track record on its way to finishing first. Over the next three years the car was campaigned at several regional and national racing events, never finishing lower than third place.

As part of its transformation from a stock XKE Coupe to a race car, new boxed inner and outer sills were fabricated, as was a 1.5-inch tubing roll cage. The dash and interior were constructed out of aluminum. Custom fiberglass rear quarters were built in order to accommodate 12-inch racing slicks. All the glass was replaced with polycarbonate. The suspension system was built with adjustable sway bars front and rear, Carrera coil-over shocks, an XJS rear suspension and a 3.73:1 Powerlock differential. The braking system was rebuilt and fitted with Coleman discs.

The original 4.2-litre DOHC Jaguar six-cylinder engine was completely re-engineered. Venolia pistons, a ported head, custom Crane cams, triple Weber 42mm carburetors, an ATI super damper and a specifically designed electromotive crank trigger ignition system are just some of the 375bhp engine’s many features. An automatic bell housing was modified to fit the five-speed transmission, which manages the Jaguar’s astounding 415 foot-pounds of torque.

In 2001, a regulation change imposed by the SCCA disqualified the Jaguar from racing in its class. Seeking a venue to race the Jaguar, it was discovered that with minimal modifications the XKE would be eligible for several categories of land speed record breaking attempts at North Carolina’s Maxton Mile – a converted military aircraft runway. The minor modifications needed to be competitive included slight changes to the suspension, a set of special wheels and tires, a carbon fiber hood and a spoiler.

On June 25, 2006, Tom Curren and his Curren Motorsports team set four land speed racing records in the XKE. It established records in the Unblown Gas Modified Sports category at 144.422mph, the Unblown Fuel Modified Sports category at 141.607mph, the Gas Circle Track category at 137.726mph and the Fuel Circle Track category at 143.760mph. The car was just recently the subject of a major feature in JAGUAR WORLD magazine (November, 2006) which contains a detailed account of its impressive build and race exploits.

Fully race prepped for today’s historic race groups such as HSR and SVRA, this awesome Jaguar is cosmetically presented to club concours winning standard, and cannot be replicated for a multiple of its expected value. With its uncompromising specification and build quality, the next lucky owner will be guaranteed a thrilling ride not to mention bragging rights for its record-breaking performance.
Addendum

Please note that this vehicle is titled by the engine number.

2008-09-19 18:09:56 | pauls writes:

Car was at R&S auction in '08
www.russoandsteele.com/collector_car/1966_jaguar_e_type_gt_2_racer__/7278.html

2009-03-15 00:37:31 | pauls writes:

Car returned to RM auction 3/09
www.rmauctions.com/CarDetails.cfm

Auction description:
LOT: 300
Estimate:
$75,000-$100,000 US
Chassis No. 7E55279
Offered Without Reserve
AUCTION RESULTS: Lot was Sold at a price of $46,200

2011-12-02 00:30:38 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 11/25/11
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll
Auction ended at $39,500 reserve not met, no bids. Car now said to be in Covington, Louisiana.

Sellers description:
1966 Jaguar XKE coupe is an ex SCCA road racer with runoffs history that set a lap record at the famous Sebring track and later set four East Coast Timing Association land speed records. From a standing start this E-Type AVERAGED 144.422 MILES PER HOUR for one mile, which is incredibly fast considering it was a standing start! The car is currently in road race trim for VINTAGE/HISTORIC RACING.

The engine is a dry sump 4.2 litre that produced 375 horsepower and 415 Ft. lbs. of torque on the dyno. Needless to say, throttle response is instant and the exhaust note is exceptionally crisp.

The Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate goes with the car along with volumes of documentation, race results and setup specs. While not ready to enter a concours the race patina and cosmetics are quite acceptable and the car is sitting on brand new race tires.

This car is titled by the engine number. The cars original ID Plate is on the firewall.

2014-01-15 13:50:15 | Steve Moore writes:

Very interested in this car please contact me @ stevemoore5819@hotmail.com

2015-11-15 17:05:02 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/jaguar/e-type/1789870.html

Sellers description:
Location: Medland, Oregon 97501
Trans: Manual
Condition: Mint
Exterior: Red
Interior: Black

1966 Jaguar E-Type Fixed Head Coupe GT2 Race Car
Sebring GT2 Lap Record Holder
2006 - Holder of 4 Land Speed Records
Recognized by Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust
Feature Article in Numerous Publications
Winner of Numerous Jaguar Club Shows
Voted Show Highlight: South Florida Jaguar Club Concours
Featured in the Festival of Speed: Ritz Carlton Orlando

This is a one time opportunity to own a "One and Only" Jaguar Race Car. Please review the build quality and the provenance of this record winning car and you'll find this is a one of a kind car as well as one of if not the fastest E-Type GT race car in the world....This auction is a NO RESERVE auction with the opening bid significantly lower than a build cost of this quality, not even taking into consideration this cars history....

SCCA log book #83-2025. Built to 1998 Specs Chassis #1E31669 Body#4E22606. Goal of original builder was to build a competitive SCCA GT2 E-Type. Car was stripped to bare tub, new tube frame and roll cage fabricated. Molds and fiberglass rear quarter panels were made to cover 12" slicks. Chassis is a 2x3 boxed tube frame. 1.50x.095 Rollcage. Weight with driver and fuel 2360lbs. Jaguar sub frames modified by Coventry Classics. Front Suspension, Jaguar Lower A-Arms, upper A-Arms adjustable heim jointed by Coventry Classics, Carrera Coil over shocks, Adjustable Sway bars front and rear by Coventry Classics. Rear Suspension: XJS independent power lock, 3.73-1 gear ratio. Brakes: Coleman/Coventry Classics/ 13" vented front, 12" vented rear. Calipers: Outlaw billet aluminum 4-piston. Master Cylinders: Tilton. Wheels GT2: 12x16 and 10x16 DuraLite Racing. Body: Jaguar/Coventry Classics: Steel, Aluminum, Fiberglass, Polycarbonate. Aluminum racing seat with 5 point harness. Bonnet: Predator/Coventry Classics carbon fiber. Instruments, VDO Pro-panel. Transmission: Tremec 5-speed modified Coventry Classsics to handle 450 ft lb torque. .86 overdrive, Bell Housing Coventry Classics, Clutch: Quarter Master 5" Triple Disc, Flex Plate Coventry Classics. Engine Jaguar/Coventry Classics 4.2 DOHC Hemi Head 6 cylinder. 12.5 to 1 CR Venolia Pistons. Ported Head, Crane Cams ground to Coventry Classics specs. Weber 42mm carbs with cold/ram air box. Three gallon dry sump oil system by Coventry Classics. ATI Super Damper. Electromotive/Coventry Classics crank triggered DIS ignition system. 375HP / 415 Ft lbs torque. Ceramic and Molly coatings by Coventry Classics on head, pistons, bearings, and valve springs. Coventry Classics ceramic coated Headers. All previous modifications made in house at Coventry Classics in conjunction with the listed vendors......Car set new GT2 track record in its debut race at Sebring June 6th 1998. Car went on to be refined and winning at regional and national level road races. Qualified for SCCA National Championship Runoffs in 2000. Raced through Aug of 2001 when SCCA dropped the E-Type from GT2 and made it a Vintage only car. Some believe this car forced the rule to be changed because it competed and won at a 2000 GT2 level!! Quite a racecar. Signed Limited Edition (only 50) Bonnet Badge by Jean Baracat Design to commemorate the Sebring track record. Shown at the JCOF Celebration concourse Sept '98 with a score of 99.41. Featured in the Snap-On Tools Showoffs poster in 2000. Four Land Speed Records in June 2006..... JCNA Concours score: 99.31 9/9/98, 9.996 9/16/06, 9.997 10/07/06 and 10.0 at 2006 North American class SO2 Champion....... East Coast timing Association 2006 9th in points out of 103 cars..... Car has resided for the last 5 years in a private museum.... Car is currently prepped for Race, Show, or Display. Thousands of documents, race specs and records, pictures, and magazines included with the car. Literally everything you can imagine is packed into 2+ huge binders.
Price: $125,000

2015-11-25 14:38:06 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 11/25/15
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-/151894330675
Opening bid US $120,000 reserve not met no bids 6 days left in auction. Seller seacoo_0, car now said to be in Gold Hill, Oregon.

Sellers description:
Rare Opportunity to purchase a well sorted, show winning, track proven, E-Type Vintage Race Car. This E-Type has been perfected through many generational upgrades to bring it to its stunning quality of build with only the best of the best utilized. This car was many time Track Champion at Mid-Ohio and competed at many tracks throughout the north and southeastern tracks. This car was completely freshened up with zero race hours before being put up in a private museum. This car comes with its log book and is ready to Race, Tour, Display, and Show. This full blown race car is still titled with Ohio registration and can be licensed for the street !! Just review the build list and you'll see the value this car carries......

Engine: 4.2ltr with a .30 overbore, Cometic-Head Gasket, Carrilo Rods, 12.5 to 1 CR Venolia Pistons, Racing Valves, Hardened & Balanced Crank, Fully Ported, Race Cams, 3 Weber Carbs, Ram Air Box, Tuned Exhaust Headers, Dry Sump, High Output Gear Reduction Starter, Electronic MSD Ignition, Single Wire Dash Switchable Alternator to power lights when needed, Custom Aluminum Radiator,Cockpit Adjustable Ignition Timing.....Drive Train; Aluminum Flywheel, Tilton 3 Disk Clutch, Muncie Close Ratio 4 Speed Trans with spare trans, Aluminum Driveshaft, 3.5 Posi Differential, Coil Over Adjustable Shocks......Suspension; Series 3 Brake Pads with 4-piston Front Calipers, Tilton Suspended Brake and Clutch Pedals with Girling Master Cylinders, Vented Discs with Ducted Air, Heavy Duty Front Spindles, Heavy Duty Torsion Bars and Rear Springs, Optional Rear Sway Bar, Very Rare 3 Piece Bogart Racing Wheels.......Body and Interior; Carbon Fiber Bonnet, Aluminum Doors, Aluminum Floor Pan, Aluminum Rocker Panels, (2) Aluminum Seats, Black Leather Upholstery, 5 Point Camlock Red Seatbelts, Auto Meter Gauges, Extensive Use of Chrome Moly Tubing Including Race Legal Roll Bar, Plexi-Glass Rear Hatch, Porsche Guards Red, Re-Positioned Front Screen/Pillars for more aerodynamics, Widened Rear Fenders....... Registration; SVRA #3044, Log Book Included.

2016-07-11 14:16:18 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 7/11/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-Historic-Race-Car-/122042090413
Opening bid US $35,000 reserve not met no bids 6 days left in auction, seller pugscustom.

Description same as the Hemmings ad above. Previous ebay auction received no bids. Different seller, still said to be in Oregon.

2016-07-27 14:25:37 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 7/27/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-Historic-Race-Car-/122060514959
Opening bid US $35,000, no reserve, no bids 6 days left in auction.

Previous auction ended at $35,000 after 1 bid.

2016-08-03 13:55:06 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 8/3/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-Historic-Race-Car-/122070384312
Opening bid US $35,000, no reserve, no bids 6 days left in auction.

Previous auction received no bids.