2009-07-23 14:25:15 | Richard Wright writes:

This is a stunningly restored, bright red, E-type coupe.
The color is that of a ripe tomato, so we call it "Toemato'".
It is basically stock 4 speed car, but I have upgraded the emission carbs to 2 HD8's, and the distributor to a Pertronix electronic ignition.
It is a dream to drive..this must be how a new one drove, only with much more power and no vibrations at all with the Michelin tires.
It stays cool with a larger aluminum radiator from ron Davis.
I converted the headlights to " Jag-eyes.com" headlights, and it is a show stopper wherever I go!
It is currently stored in the North Texas Auto Museum, and is the bright light of the entire collection!

2010-08-16 21:26:57 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 8/16/10
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-E-Type-Show-Car-Xceptional-XKe-coupe-49k-mi-custo ...
Current bid $7,100 reserve not met, 4 bids 7 days left in auction. Buy it now price $45,900.

Sellers description:
I call my Jag the "TOMATTO". Take this car to any car show, and it makes the other red cars look brownish. It is almost like a chrome red. This Jaguar has always been adult owned, and it shows. The previous owner, Dallas, was a manager of a Harley Davidson shop in Colorado Springs, and his motorcycle styled build quality is exceptional. I recognized and purchased the Jag becuse of his exceptional work on this exceptional car, and I used my 42 years of Jaguar experience to take it to the next level.

I have added modern AC made by RetroAir, and IT BLOWS COLD! I was in stop and go traffic in Dallas in 102 degree weather last week, and the car ran cool, and blew cold AC! It was almost surreal for a man that has been driving classic Jaguars for almost 40 years.

Some prospective E-type owners think the triple carbs of a series 1 is the way to go. I removed the emission carbs from this car and added two HD8 SU carbs giving the Jag , according to Jaguar factory manuals, 5 more foot pounds of torque than the series one, and 5 less hp. As you all should know, torque wins races and hp sells cars. This jag is quick and a trill to drive. Two carbs are easier to tune and maintain.

The upgrades are as follows:

Jag-Eyes headlight covers ( I manufacture them), modern AC, bigger carbs, spin-on oil filter,, modern gear reduction starter, electronic ignition, modern aluminum radiator, Michelin tires, 4 tip exhaust that has an almost v-12 rumble, early spinner knock-offs, series 1 cat-eye taillights, beautiful paint with few flaws, leather seats, and a new spare tire and jack bag. I was told and believe the engine was rebuilt, and it is free of anything close to weird mechanical noises or leaks. The oil pressure is perfect! The previous owner did not give me any service history, but the condition of the car speaks for itself! THIS E IS AS CLOSE TO A MODERNIZED, DAILY DRIVER AS YOU WILL FIND....

It always starts right up for me and drives beautifully..this must be what a new one drove like!

The chrome on the car is beautiful. The shut lines are perfect, and it even has a rare option of the rear window defogger.

I would drive this car anywhere. The belts and hoses are all nearly new, and I recently super serviced the car. Owning this Jag has been a once in a lifetime opportunity for me, and it can also be for you. I just don't need to own three of them........and I'm building a beast for my last Jag.

2010-09-04 08:18:50 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 9/4/10
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-E-Type-Show-Car-Xceptional-XKe-coupe-49k-mi-custo ...
Opening bid $35,000 reserve not met, no bids yet 9 days left in auction. Buy it now price $44,900.

Previous auction ended at $25,100 reserve not met after 12 bids.

2010-09-29 07:37:34 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 9/29/10
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-E-Type-Show-Slalom-Xceptional-XKe-coupe-49k-mi-cu ...
Opening bid $35,595 reserve not met, no bids yet 9 days left in auction. Buy it now price $44,900.

Previous auction ended at $35,100 reserve not met after 2 bids.

2010-10-22 17:57:01 | David Stone writes:

Bought in October 2010