2006-12-14 20:47:56 | Ed De Mayo writes:

The car is currently undergoing a total restoration to original condition. The sole difference will be the color, as I like BRG better than Cream!!

2007-02-22 12:00:10 | Ed DeMayo writes:

We are in the midst of a ground up restoration to original specs (except color) and hope to be finished some time in 2008. I had the pleasure of driving the car for 4 yrs before taking it apart and those wonderful memories keep me going (and paying!).

2012-07-07 21:17:44 | Ed DeMayo writes:

The car is finally finished. What a long, strange trip it's been!

2014-06-26 21:01:11 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 8/14
rickcole.com/1961-jaguar-e-type-roadster/

Auction description:
This early, flat floor Series 1 Jaguar XK-E includes all of the original design details that made the 'XK-E' such a stunning surprise when the car was introduced in 1961. These highly desirable early examples are identified by welded hood louvers, the early interior with curved back seats and textured alloy trim on the center console, as well as the covered headlights that make early E-Types so elegantly distinctive.
1st year of production flat floor, welded louver, OTS roadster
Rotisserie restoration by Mike Wilson's Restorations to correct BRG for year
Matching number engine, full synchro 4 sp. gearbox
Updated cooling fan and brakes, original parts, complete tools and books

2023-12-14 08:17:08 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 1/24

rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/az24/arizona/lots/r0016-1962-jaguar-e-type-series-1-3 ...

Auction description:

Phoenix, Arizona 2024

1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Litre Roadster

$150,000 - $200,000 USD | Offered Without Reserve

Chassis No. 875498

Engine No. R 1642-9

Cylinder Head No. R 1642-9

Documents US Title

Manufactured 7 September 1961 and dispatched to a distributor in Frankfurt, Germany on 27 September 1961, this car was reportedly sold new to an Air Force Serviceman stationed in Europe at the time of purchase. As an early-production car, it features flat floor pans, welded bonnet louvers, and high-back seats with an aluminum dash and console. It left the factory finished in Cream with a black soft-top over a black interior.

As confirmed by a copy of its Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate and photos of stampings, the car retains its numbers-matching 3.8-liter engine and cylinder head. Circa 2006, the Jaguar received a comprehensive restoration which brought the body down to bare metal for refinishing. Today, it sports a classic British Racing Green paint finish over a traditional tan leather interior, a beautiful combination that is, to many, the quintessential E-Type livery. Nearly two decades after completion of the restoration, this Jaguar continues to present in splendid condition with lustrous brightwork.

A stunning Series 1 E-Type is a hallmark of any serious collection and this early, two-seat roadster, with numbers-matching engine and cylinder head and striking livery, is among the most stunning of its kind to cross the auction block in recent memory.

2024-02-27 18:02:31 | Davidxk writes:

Car sold at RM Auction Jan 2024 for $118,720 including buyer's premium.

2024-02-27 18:59:19 | pauls writes:

Car now on BaT

bringatrailer.com/listing/1961-jaguar-xke-roadster-31/

Auction description:

Seller: akpcm

Location: Costa Mesa, California 92627

Chassis: 875498

650 Miles Shown, TMU

3.8-Liter Inline-Six

Four-Speed Manual Transmission

Limited-Slip Differential

British Racing Green Paint

Tan Leather Upholstery

Black Soft Top

Soft Top Boot

Enclosed Headlights

15" Wire-Spoke Wheels with Knock-Off Hubs

Power-Assisted Disc Brakes

Triple Windsheild Wipers

Heater

Jaguar Heritage Trust Production Record Trace Certificates

Private Party or Dealer: Dealer

Lot #138592

This 1961 Jaguar XKE is a left-hand-drive Series I flat-floor roadster that was completed on September 7, 1961 and originally sold to a US Air Force Captain through a distributor in Germany. It reportedly underwent refurbishment approximately 18 years ago that included repainting the body in green, replacing the black soft top, and re-trimming the interior in tan leather. The car is powered by a 3.8-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed manual transmission. Features include welded hood louvers, flat floors, glass headlight covers, triple SU carburetors, a Blaupunkt push-button radio, four-wheel disc brakes, and knock-off wire wheels. This XKE was acquired by the selling dealer in 2024 and is now offered offered with two Jaguar Heritage Trust Production Record Trace certificates, 2023 service records, and a clean California title.

This Series I is a flat-floor example that features a continuous floorboard under each seat. Originally white, the car was refinished in British Racing Green, reportedly circa 2006. Additional exterior equipment includes a black soft top, a soft top boot, welded hood louvers, enclosed headlights, a wraparound chrome bumpers, bright trim, a driver-side mirror, triple windshield wipers, and dual exhaust outlets.

The 15″ wire wheels are secured by two-eared knock-off hubs and are mounted with Pirelli Cinturato radial tires. Braking is provided by four-wheel discs with inboard-mounted rear rotors, and the front brake calipers were rebuilt in March 2023.

The cabin features bucket seats that were originally upholstered in black and were re-trimmed in tan leather during the aforementioned refurbishment. Interior appointments include textured aluminum dash trim, a sliding rearview mirror, and a heater.

The wood-rimmed steering wheel frames a Smiths 160-mph speedometer and 6k-rpm tachometer, while auxiliary gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel level, and amperage are located in the center of the dashboard. The five-digit odometer shows 650 miles, approximately 4 of which were added under current ownership. True mileage is unknown.

The 3.8-liter inline-six features triple SU carburetors and was factory rated at 265 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. A heater hose was replaced and the coolant was serviced in March 2023. Power is routed to the rear wheels through a Moss four-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential.

The Jaguar Heritage Trust Production Record Trace certificates show the original colors and drivetrain numbers as well as the build and dispatch dates.

2024-02-28 22:07:02 | Anonymous writes:

If really sold at auction; the car is now already 10% above that price. That might indicate the start of the end of physical auction houses becoming replace by the new economy as well

2024-02-29 09:03:59 | Anonymous writes:

Overzealous early bid..

wouldn't be surprised if the deal doesn't go through..

too many incorrect issues..

2024-03-05 11:04:39 | Anonymous writes:

Transmission is not the original. It's a syncro as the plate update indicates.

2024-03-05 14:03:32 | Capt rd writes:

SOLD $142,000, 3/5/2024

BAT auction

2024-03-11 04:23:42 | Pekka T. writes:

Almost certainly originally delivered in Frankfurt, Germany and not USA, although the 1st owner was an American, most likely serving in Germany. The new interior does not look at all like ”Light Tan” Connolly VM.3104, more like Biscuit or later Cinnamon. Could also be Beige, but perhaps a tad darker. Cheers!