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2003-09-23 20:22:21 | Steven D. writes:

Car was present at Washington DC JCNA Concours in Rockville MD on Sept. 21, 2003

2007-06-11 07:24:28 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 6/11/07
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-E-Type-1971-XKE-Coupe-consistent-99-59-JCNA-judge ...
Opening bid $25,000 reserve not met, no bids yet, 6 days left in auction.

Sellers description:
This 1971 Jaguar XKE Coupe is a #1 showcar that has scored between 99.59 and 99.93 on its last five concourse judgings by the Jaguar Clubs of North America, Inc. As close to perfect as a car gets, this level of restoration could not be professionally replicated for less than $100,000. If you are looking for a true #1 car to add to your collection, this is it.

This particular Coupe has been refinished to a level far above that when it left the factory enroute to the United States. To achieve its consistently high JCNA ratings, thousands of hours and many thousands of dollars were invested by the owner in restoring this fine sports car.

This Coupe is presented in Regency Red, with a clarity that enables the viewer to look into what appears to be a bottomless finish. The chrome and trim are similarly perfect, gleaming as if competing with the perfection of the paint. The fit and gaps of the doors, rear hatch, and bonnet are likewise correct. It is easy to see why those who judge Concours d’ Elegance events have awarded this car “first place”.

Slipping into the interior, the first thing one notices is the luxuriousness of the Biscuit leather seats. The matching headliner and carpeting are similarly in like-new condition. The instruments, gauges and rocker switches all look as new.

The mechanicals on this Coupe are likewise in concours condition. The six cylinder engine sits in a pristine engine bay as it and the four speed transmission await the command to come to life and put this car through its paces. As with a car of this caliber, reliability and performance are not in question.

If one were able to turn back the clock to a Jaguar new car showroom in 1971, there would not be a car as nice as this available to purchase. The untold hours of fitting, preparation and final finishes were simply not factory options! This 1971 XKE Coupe truly advances the Jaguar marque rather than simply replicating it. This eye-catching motorcar belongs in the collection of someone who truly wants and values the best.

2015-10-27 12:42:55 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 10/27/15
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-2-seat-coupe-/201456025992
Current bid US $44,000, no reserve, 1 bid 6 days left in auction. Seller tross_ny, 77k miles. Car now said to be in Fairfield, Connecticut.

Sellers description:
The car is listed as a no-reserve auction with a $44k starting price. I paid over $62k for the car including the upgrades and restoration work. I believe the starting price is reasonable given rust free condition and the color combination, but I will be up front and add that if a tan interior (which is relatively rare) is not critical to you, I think you can get a comparable black interior car for at least $5k less. If you do bid, read all the way through the description because I've included the good, the bad and the ugly.

History - This car was restored to concours level standards in 1991 and won second place in the JCNA national championship in 1992. It had 72k miles on it when it was restored. The car then lived on as a trailer queen, brought to various competitions in the 1990s and then garage stored until I bought it from Classic Jaguar in Austin, TX in February 2013. From February to April of 2013, Classic Jaguar made the following improvements to the car at a cost of $10,325:

Replaced dual Stromberg carburetors with new, triple Weber carbs. (The originals come with the car.)
Rebuilt the brakes, installing stainless steel pistons and new pads.
Converted car to electronic ignition with a Tune 123 distributor and rebuilt tachometer to work with new ignition system.
Installed new alternator.
Installed new Nardi wood steering wheel.
Installed spin on oil filter conversion kit
Installed new spark plug wires and plugs

I had the car transported to East Hampton in April of 2013. I had Kalbacher Auto install new electric cooling fans at a cost of $1,796 in September of 2013. I moved to Fairfield, CT in July of 2015, where I then had Automotive Restorations Vintage Racing Services In Stratford, CT make the following improvements to the car at a cost of $10k:

Completely rebuilt the entire car suspension including new shock absorbers, ball joints, tie rod ends, rear differential sub-frame mounts, and control arm bushings (this was $7k of total)
New high-torque starter
New master clutch cylinder
New slave clutch cylinder
Laser wheel alignment

Condition - No matter which way you look at it, this is a beautiful car. I have had admirers exclaim that it looks like it just came out of the showroom, but it does have some small chips and blemishes that make it a very nice driver, not a show car. The paint has a deep luster and incredible shine, actually making photographing the car a challenge since everything (including clouds) reflects off the paint. The interior is beautiful as well with no cracks or rips or much in the way of wear. The engine runs very strong with tons of torque and the transmission shifts without any issues. Now that I have the new suspension the car handles perfectly. The early 90s restoration was so good you always think you are in an original car, with just a mild patina of age from the passage of time. I haven't found any rust anywhere including in the spare tire well or anywhere under the hood. The car comes with a complete tool set, jack and accessories to change the spin off tire.

Negatives - First, I will add that I am fortunate in that I am financially secure and therefore able to sell the car with full disclosure at a price that I believe it is worth or keep it for myself. So this is the full story: after listing the car at $49k selling price, I had a lot of interested and willing buyers, leading me to believe that it would trade in the 50's. I wanted to deliver the car after addressing three issues: 1) Oil pressure gauge starts at 48 psi cold and then drops to about 22 psi warmed up. This turned out to be a sender/receiver issue. The oil pressure is 28 psi at idle when warm although the gauge is lower. 2) The car turned over slowly at start up, which I thought was a battery issue. It turns out that the car needed a new starter, which I installed. 3) After running hard, the car would smoke some after coming to a stop. I thought this would be the least of my expenses, but it turns out that the rear engine seal is worn. Unfortunately, the engine needs to be removed to replace this seal, making this a $5k repair. I was about to get this done, but decided I had better make sure that no other work was needed before taking the engine out and putting it back. I checked the compression and leak down, which was 150, 150, 130, 155, 130 and 160 psi for the compression and 25%, 25%, 30%, 10%, 20% and 10% for the leak down. From prior tests, I am getting 160 hp and 212 ft-lbs of torque at the rear wheels, which is only slightly worse than the car had when brand new (I've been told it is about 8 hp less than a brand new engine). What I believe is happening is that the Webers and electronic ignition are compensating for the spotty compression, otherwise I would probably have 20% or more power available if all the cylinders were in the 170 psi range. For what it's worth, the engine runs very strong and loves to accelerate hard. So my issue is this: I'm not going to spend $5k to replace a $100 seal unless and until I either want to significantly upgrade the power via an engine rebuild or if I need a new clutch or have some other reason to take the engine out. The car can be driven as is indefinitely. The only time I have had significant smoke is after driving on the highway for about 17 miles around 80 mph. Even then, it wasn't that bad. I drove on the highway for about 20 miles on Sunday night at about 62 mph and had no smoke afterwards, even though I went roaring up the entrance ramps twice (once on the way out and once on the way back). So there it is. You can look at it as a $5k credit towards a future rebuild or as a $5k discount for smoke. If I keep the car, I plan to drive it as is for the next two years and then go for a rebuild. Speaking of which, Automotive Restorations has said that if the gap between the piston and cylinder is small enough, they can install new rings, hone the cylinders and change the rear oil seal for $7k-$8k. They would also change bearings that will be easily accessible. The hitch is that they will not know if they can do a cylinder head rebuild instead of a full rebuild until the engine is out of the car.

Other nits - 1) Over the weekend, I noticed that the front brakes release a second or so after I remove my foot from the brake pedal. Braking is excellent, but the release isn't instantaneous. None of the mechanics that test drove my car noticed this. 2) The Webers are currently tuned a bit too rich, leading to some quiet "chuffing" (like a small backfire that is swallowed up by the carburetors) under very slight acceleration typically between 2000 and 2800 rpm. I would address this now, but it is a total waste to re-tune the Webers if someone wants to do an engine rebuild. 3) The windshield washer nozzles are not connected. If you plan on needing to use the washers, buy a different car. If you let the car get dirty enough or be covered in salt where the washers are needed, then you simply don't deserve to drive an e-type. 4) The interior overhead light does not light. I have not checked why because frankly I don't care. 5) I suspect that the rear window defroster does not work. Again, if you think you need this you are probably looking at the wrong kind of car. 6) The chrome is really great on the car, but it is starting to get dull on the top of the back bumpers. 7) Most of the rubber seems quite good, but the seal around the rear hatch isn't great.

2022-09-03 12:37:32 | pauls writes:

Car on BAT

bringatrailer.com/listing/1971-jaguar-xke-coupe-series-ii-9/

Auction description:

Seller: Trossny

Location: Fairfield, Connecticut 06824

Chassis: P2R28405

83k Miles Shown, TMU

4.2-Liter Inline-Six

Triple Weber Carburetors

Four-Speed Manual Transmission

Repainted Red

Tan Leather Upholstery

Chrome 15" Wire-Spoke Wheels

123ignition Electronic Ignition

Hepolite Pistons

Isky Racing Camshafts

Dual Exhaust System

Wood-Rimmed Steering Wheel

Cassette Radio

Service Records

Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

Private Party or Dealer: Private Party

Lot #84059

This 1971 Jaguar XKE is a Series II coupe that was built on August 6, 1970 and was reportedly refurbished in the early 1990s before being acquired by the seller in 2013. The car is finished in red over tan and equipped with a four-speed manual transmission, a dual exhaust system, a Nardi steering wheel, a cassette radio, disc brakes, and 15″ wire-spoke wheels. The 4.2-liter inline-six was rebuilt in 2021 and has been fitted with 123ignition electronic ignition, triple Weber carburetors, Isky Racing camshafts, Hepolite domed pistons, and an aftermarket exhaust manifold. Additional mechanical refreshment included replacing the clutch, servicing the brakes, and overhauling the suspension. This XKE Series II is now offered with a Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate, records from current ownership, removed parts, and a clean Connecticut title in the seller’s name.

Finished from the factory in silver, the body was reportedly repainted its current shade of red in the 1990s. Exterior features include a vented hood, chrome bumpers with overriders, and twin side mirrors. The rear hatch weatherstripping was replaced in April 2021. The windshield washer nozzles are disconnected, and the seller notes imperfect passenger-side door fit, paint bubbles inside the fuel filler compartment and near the data plate, dull finish on the rear bumper, a scratch on the rear hatch glass, and chips on the windshield

Chrome-finished 15″ wire-spoke wheels wear earless knock-offs and are mounted with older 185-width Michelin X redstripe tires that should be replaced due to age. Replacement control arm bushings, ball joints, shocks, and rear suspension mounts were fitted in 2015. The power steering system has been removed, and the brake booster and master cylinder were replaced in 2021.

The front bucket seats are said to have been re-covered in tan leather upholstery in the 1990s, and the cabin features a matching center console and door panels. Interior equipment includes an Optimus cassette radio, lap belts, and rocker switches for the accessories. According to the seller, the interior dome light does not illuminate when the doors open and the rear window defroster and clock are inoperable.

A wood-rimmed Nardi three-spoke steering wheel fronts a Smiths 160-mph speedometer and a 6k-rpm tachometer that was modified to accommodate the electronic ignition system. The five-digit odometer shows 83k miles, approximately 10k of which were added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.

The 4.2-liter straight-six was rebuilt, blueprinted, and re-bored in 2021. The crankshaft, valves, and seats were re-machined, the rear main seal, bearings, and seals were replaced, and the engine was fitted with Isky Racing camshafts, Hepolite domed pistons, a silicone rear main seal, and an aftermarket exhaust manifold. Additional work performed during current ownership has included installation of a 123ignition electronic ignition system, spin-off oil filter, and triple Weber carburetors, along with replacement of the clutch, starter, alternator, fuel sump, and radiator fans. An oil change was conducted in June 2022. Photos of compression test results are included in the gallery, and indicate readings between 160 and 169 psi across all six cylinders. Engine stamping 7R12974-9.

Power is routed to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. The clutch release cylinder was replaced in 2015.

The Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate lists factory colors and serial numbers along with a build date of August 6, 1970 and original distribution through British Leyland of New York.

The sale includes the removed dual SU carburetors, intake manifold, air filter housing, power steering pump and reservoir, and steering wheel. A CTEK MXS 5.0 battery maintenance charger and workshop manual also accompany the sale.

2022-09-10 15:46:34 | Captain RD writes:

Sold for $80,250 on 9/10/22


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