2010-11-27 15:58:36 | R.Mitchell writes:

this is an all original car whos first owner suffered one to many breakdowns and went the Chevy engine route

2010-11-27 16:36:17 | R.Mitchell writes:

this is an all original car whos first owner suffered one to many breakdowns and went the Chevy engine route

2022-12-31 11:21:58 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at Classic Showcase, Oceanside, California, previously said to be in Los Angles, California.

classicshowcase.com/index.php/inventory/detail/746

Seller's description:

Current condition: DRIVER: 8 cylinder, Chevy 350 V8, Transmission: 3-speed GM automatic transmission, Color exterior: Sable, Color interior: Biscuit, Factory Air Conditioning, Vin #: J711S71539BW

Please note this vehicle will featured at no reserve at the upcoming Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale, AZ 2023 auction as Lot #708.1 on Thursday, January 26, 2023. For more information on becoming a registered bidder, please visit Barrett-Jackson's website here.

Classic Showcase is pleased to offer a unique piece of automotive history, with this 1971 Jaguar XKE 2+2 that famed American author Ray Bradbury purchased for his wife from Horning Jaguar of Beverly Hills in 1971! Bradbury continues to be one of the most celebrated 20th-century American writers, working in a variety of modes including fantasy, science fiction, horror, mystery, and realistic fiction. Bradbury also wrote and consulted on numerous screenplays and television scripts, including Moby Dick and It Came from Outer Space. Many of his works were adapted into television and film productions as well as comic books. The New York Times called Bradbury "the writer most responsible for bringing modern science fiction into the literary mainstream.”

Fall 2022 Update: Our team of Jaguar professionals have just recently performed a number of mechanical, as well aesthetic updates to the E-Type, which included the following:

• Major Service and Tune-Up

• New Electronic Ignition installed

• Electrical System sorted

• Completely detailed Interior

• Completely detailed engine compartment and undercarriage

• Comprehensive servicing of the XKE's Air Conditioning system, including new parts and refrigerant (blows cold)

2023-01-06 07:41:36 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 1/23

barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1971-JAGUAR-XKE-SERIES-III-CUSTOM-COUPE ...

Auction description:

Auction Scottsdale 2023 Reserve NO RESERVE Lot 708.1 Year 1971 Make JAGUAR XKE SERIES III.

See above description.

2023-11-08 18:18:24 | pauls writes:

Car on BAT

bringatrailer.com/listing/1971-jaguar-xke-series-ii-22/

Auction description:

Seller: coolstuff

Location: Sarasota, Florida 34236

Chassis: 1S71539BW

33k Miles Shown, TMU

Chevrolet 350ci V8

TH350 3-Speed Automatic Transmission

Bronze Paint w/White Roundels

Tan Leather Upholstery

Chrome 15" Steel Wheels

Four-Wheel Disc Brakes

Dual Exhaust System

Louvered Clamshell Hood

Front Bucket Seats

JVC Stereo

Air Conditioning

Owner's Manual

Service Booklet

Private Party or Dealer: Dealer

Lot #127699

This 1971 Jaguar XKE Series II 2+2 was purchased new by author Ray Bradbury’s wife Maggie from Charles H. Hornberg Jr. Motor Cars in Beverly Hills, California. The car was fitted with a Chevrolet 350ci V8 and a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission under prior ownership, and it is finished in bronze over tan leather. Additional equipment includes chrome-finished 15″ steel wheels, four-wheel disc brakes with inboard-mounted rear rotors, a dual exhaust system, a louvered clamshell hood, front bucket seats, a JVC stereo, and air conditioning. This XKE 2+2 was recently acquired by the selling dealer and is now offered in Florida with an owner’s manual, a service booklet, and a clean California title.

The car is finished in bronze, and removable white vinyl roundels were added to the doors and louvered clamshell hood by the selling dealer. Exterior equipment includes a driver-side mirror, wraparound chrome bumpers, bright trim, and quadruple exhaust outlets.

Chrome-finished 15″ steel wheels are mounted with 205/70 Hankook Optima H724 tires that show date codes from 2017. Braking is provided by four-wheel discs with inboard-mounted rear rotors.

The 2+2 cabin houses bucket seats that were reupholstered in tan leather under previous ownership and are complemented by a color-coordinated center console, door panels, and carpets. An aftermarket air conditioning system and a JVC head unit have been installed, and additional interior appointments include a locking glovebox and Jaguar-branded rubber floor coverings.

The three-spoke steering wheel frames Smiths instrumentation including a 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer with a 5k-rpm redline as well as an analog clock and gauges for voltage, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The five-digit odometer shows 33k miles, approximately 100 of which were added by the selling dealer. Total mileage is unknown.

The Chevrolet 350ci V8 was installed under previous ownership along with a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission. Equipment includes an E-Type-branded air cleaner, Jaguar-branded valve covers, and a dual exhaust system.

2023-11-20 17:17:56 | Captain RD writes:

Sold for $61,000 on 11/15/23

Car on BAT