2007-05-23 16:55:57 | Lofty writes:

46,524 MILES, ON EBAY 05/07

2007-05-24 07:25:21 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 5/24/07
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-E-Type-XKE-V-12-Series-III-Roadster-VIDEO-SOUND-e ...
Opening bid $30,000 reserve not met, no bids yet, 6 days left in auction.

Sellers description:
This car was originally sold by British Motor Car Distributors Ltd. in San Francisco, California. Mr. Bruce James purchased the car new. It was kept for a number of years in the San Francisco area, when Bruce sold it in the 1980s to a Jaguar enthusiast in Atlanta, Georgia who kept the car in dry storage for a number of years. After a divorce, the car was then purchased by Fraser Dante Limited in Roswell, Georgia. This is where todays owner purchased this treasure in 1994. This stunning Jaguar is on display in our showroom located at 1912 W. Mockingbird Lane in Dallas, Texas. Walk-in visitors and inspectors are welcome.

This is a high quality example of the Series III Roadster. Jaguar Clubs of North America has regularly judged this car dating to the 1990's. It has received consistant marks of 990+ out of a maximum of 1000 points over the last 10+ years.
We have an extensive collection of maintanence records. We also have the original Passport to Service Packet complete with the identification plate, the Jaguar Series III V 12 "E" Type operating, maintanence and service handbook and registration dating to the 1970s. The current owner has had this car for over 13 years. It has always been garaged. The current owner kept a log book of the accumulated mileage.
The exterior presents itself beautifully. The correct Regency Red finish has recently been professionally polished and looks very nice. The hood received a professional paint touch up. The paint is aging gracefully. Upon close inspection you will find paint chips on the extreme lower areas of the front valence pan. Also there is spiderweb marking at the windshield cowl areas visable. These flaws do not take away from this quality original Jaguar. All of the body lines are straight and true. This includes the door fit, the trunk and the bonnet. The body is in excellent condition. The lower areas are free of the typical corrosion these cars suffer. The undercarriage also confirms this to be a dry climate car.
The original Biscuit interior has also withstood the test of time. The seating is clean without damage. The armrest shows average wear. All of the carpeting is plush, showing like new with the correct mats and seams. The original gauges show clear lenses. The Speedometer, Tachometer, Battery charge, oil pressure, and water temperature gauges are functional. The dash is smooth without distortion or cracking. All of the knobs and dials are intact. The weatherstrip is pliable and seals tightly.
The engine compartment is clean with correct components. Much of the maintanence receipts cofirm the constant proper state of tune this car is in. It has been kept maintained by British Auto Specialists in Ft. Worth, Texas. Recent April work performed includes a new air conditioning compressor and system refresh. The V12 runs very smooth. Simply bump the key and start this Jag. The plugs, wires, electronics and vacuum hoses are kept in working order. The oil pressure shows the proper constant level. You will not find underhood corrosion either. This is truly a quality Jaguar Series III!

2007-06-02 07:39:56 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 6/2/07
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-E-Type-XKE-V-12-Series-III-Roadster-VIDEO-SOUND-e ...
Opening bid $30,000 reserve not met, no bids yet, 6 days left in auction.

Previous auction ended at $36,100 reserve not met after 4 bids.

2015-10-11 14:17:41 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 10/11/15
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-XKE-Series-III-/371456927446
Opening bid US $85,500 reserve not met no bids 1 day left in auction. Buy it now price $99,900. Car now said to be in St. Louis, Missouri. 49k miles, seller stlouiscarmuseum

Sellers description:
Multiple JCNA Concours winner! Gorgeous Series III XKE with automatic transmission and air conditioning! Only 49,566 documented miles on the odometer and a perfect color combination of Regency Red over Biscuit Tan! Superb driver with all the right options, an all numbers matching drive train, Heritage Trust Certificate, and past service documentation! A great find!

We are delighted to offer this very recently restored 1974 Jaguar XKE Series III convertible finished in Regency Red over all new Biscuit Leather interior and Black soft top! Options include number matching 5.3L V12 engine producing a powerful 272 horsepower, automatic transmission, air conditioning, chrome 15" wire spoke wheels with Michelin redline tires, very rare & working British Leyland AM/FM radio, twin tip chrome exhaust, leather wrapped steering wheel, remote outside mirror, and more! Standard options included a responsive 4-wheel independent suspension with matching disc brakes at all four corners, front and rear bumper guards, and full dash instrumentation with electric dash!

This wonderfully restored example is showing just 49,566 miles which is believed to be original from new, with a documented service history and mileage reading dating back to 1994 when the car had just 29,000 miles at that time. Our example sold new to Bruce R. James in San Francisco, CA on July 29th, 1974. It stayed in his careful possession in the 1980's according to service stamps and California registrations. It then made its way to the Dallas, TX area by the early 1990's. It was meticulously shown in Jaguar Club of North America Club events by its proud owners there for many years, and achieving multiple 1st honors! Three pewter trophy plates and two victory cups will be included.

Honors:
JCNA Concours- October 9th, 1994, Austin, TX- Champion Class Score-97.56
JCNA Concours- October 22nd, 1994, Dallas, TX- Champion Class Score-99.43
JCNA Concours - September 30th, 1995 Dallas, Texas- Champion Class Score- 99.55
JCNA Concours - September 28th, 1996 Dallas, Texas- Driven Class Score- 99.64
JCNA Concours - September 27th, 1997 Dallas, Texas- Champion Class Score- 98.48
JCNA Concours - September 22nd, 2001 Dallas, Texas- Driven Class Score- 99.96
JCNA Concours - September 17th, 2005 Dallas, Texas-Driven Class Score- 99.01

Surviving nearly all original through to 2013, it was its previous owner who took the liberty of commissioning a complete cosmetic and mild mechanical restoration. This started with a bare metal repaint of the entire body by Triumph Auto Body based in Scranton, PA that was completed in April of 2015. Photos of the rust free, bare metal body are included. Upon completion, it was fitted with all new rubber gaskets, wind hoses around bumpers, door, and bonnet. In August of 2015, the complete interior to be refinished professionally by Affordable Auto trim also based in Scraton, PA. This included new supple leather seat upholstery & foams, all new floor carpeting, recovered kick panels and shifter boot, door moldings, and new vinyl convertible top. Then it was delivered to Cross Valley Auto in Plains, PA for a complete tune up and overall freshening of the mechanicals. The work was performed by a factory trained Jaguar V12 technician. All new spark plugs, coolant, thermostatic switch, gaskets & plug, cooling fan relay, a/c fan relay fuel filter, and new hood struts were installed. After tuning, it starts, runs, and drives with great bravado and a pure Jaguar sound from the exhaust! The brakes and throttle are equally responsive for spirited drives or relaxing cruises on Sunday mornings! It comes with original owner's manual, service booklet with original owner ID card, & consumer guides inside its original protective case, factory spare, jack, and tool, boot cover, and British Heritage Trust Certificate. It's truly a remarkable example!

2015-10-16 22:27:09 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay10/16/15
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-XKE-Series-III-/221915638654
Opening bid US $85,500 reserve not met no bids 6 days left in auction.

Previous auction received no bids.

2015-11-04 14:26:32 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 11/4/15
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-XKE-Series-III-/371479883524
Opening bid US $85,500 reserve not met no bids 6 days left in auction, buy i tnow price $99,900.

Previous auction received no bids.

2015-11-17 14:54:07 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 11/17/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-XKE-Series-III-/221942771835
Opening bid US $85,500 reserve not met no bids 6 days left in auction, buy i tnow price $99,900.

Previous auction received no bids.

2016-02-09 14:43:57 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 2/9/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XK-XKE-Series-III-/222018858702
Opening bid US $85,500 reserve not met no bids 6 days left in auction, buy i tnow price $99,900.

Previous auction received no bids.