2016-09-25 14:37:23 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 9/25/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-Series-1-OTS-XK-E-Roadster-/152253768144
Current bid US $47,100 reserve not met 5 bids 9 days left in auction, seller carsgoneby, 97k miles.

Sellers description:
This auction is for one of the most iconic cars of the automotive world, a 1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 OTS (Open Two Seater), or as more commonly known in North America, the XK-E Roadster. The car bears its original data tag and VIN/Chassis number is 877755, built in Coverntry, England on July 13, 1962, making it a post mid-year car with the dropped floor pans.

It was dispatched on August 7, 1962, to Jaguar Cars of New York, and originally sold to B.J. Durante, believed to be in California. We suspect California DMV registered the car as a 1963 and added the J63 prefix to the chassis number, which is how the car is presently registered in Alberta. However, the J63 prefix does not appear anywhere on the car, or in any Jaguar records or documents that we have seen or are aware of.

Official Jaguar Heritage Certificate was issued on August 30, 2016. It has been in the possession of its current owner for the last 26 years, since Sept. of 1990, when acquired with 90,778 original miles. Current odometer reading is 97,255 original miles. It remains true to original and unmodified with a correct 3.8L engine and its correct corresponding drivetrain components, with the exception of having had Pertronix ignition installed.

It never suffered the ravages of winter, salted roads, or rust issues, and retains all its original body and sheet metal panels. Professional mechanical and cosmetic work was done between 1993 and 1996, and all receipts retained, along with a detailed list of all parts that have gone into it. Only quality parts and components were used, primarily sourced from England and XK's Unlimited of San Luis Obispo in California. Much of the work is also photo documented. The car is very presentable and has proven its roadworthiness over the last 20 years since completion. It still retains excellent curb appeal, performance, and handling characteristics.

Having been restored over 20 years ago, it was not treated to an 'over-the-top' level of underside restoration commonly seen today, resulting in trailer queens whose owners are fearful to expose to the roads for which they were built. This is a reliable car that can be, and is driven, and is being reasonably offered for the first time by this owner.

The original 3.8L engine (R3814-9) was in the car when the owner bought it and he ran with it for 3 years. At time of restoration (1993-96), the shop (British Motor Group Ltd. of Edmonton) had another 3.8L available and suggested the years and miles that the owner would use the car would eventually wear the engine. So why not set aside and save the original block for posterity and future installation, and for now rebuild and install this other engine and subject it to the wear and tear of use. This seemed a reasonable proposition and was the course taken.

All other components on the car are the originals, and the original block and heads are in fine rebuildable condition and remain in his possession in the corner of the garage and will go with the car. So if and when the new owner chooses the car can once again be rendered numbers matching, further enhancing its value. The 3.8L inline 6 engine under the hood therefore received a professional and comprehensive rebuild and all new parts installed are documented. The engine starts easily, is smooth and strong running, and sounds very good with no unusual noises or smoke. It has plenty of life left in it having only seen approx. 6,000 miles over the last 20 years. The engine compartment is extremely clean, tidy, and nicely detailed. Cam covers, carb pots, timing cover, and water pipes were all polished. New cylinder head chrome hardware kit, and battery tray. Apart from an upgrade to Pertronix electronic ignition, all appears to be as correct equipment and in good operable condition, right down to the original generator. The triple SU carbs were rebuilt 4 years ago due to one having a leaking gasket from lack of use. Radiator recored, new mounts, fan motors rebuilt. A toggle switch left of the stereo is used to kick the fan on early on really hot days if idling at a red light. The car does not overheat, it's just the owners preference to keep it running cooler. Starter, generator, tach, all rebuilt. New Super ignition coil. Exhaust manifolds done in black chrome. New air cleaner assembly and snorkel. In short, too much to list!

The original gearbox, clutch, and rear differential assembly were also professionally and fully rebuilt by British Motor Group. The gearbox shifts as it should, the clutch displays no slippage or chatter. New speedo cable and shifter bushings. The rear diff similarly is without unusual noises. The undersides of the engine, gearbox and rear end are quite dry and show no evidence of any notable leaks.

The all original steel undercarriage is absolutely solid. The sub-frames, tub and floor pans, and rear suspension mounting points have never seen rot or rust out.
This was a solid and basically rust free car prior to its restoration in the mid 90's. At that time restoration standards and expectations were not what they are today. Immaculate undercarriages shining as nice as top sides were not the norm, and many shops did not own rotisseries. Mechanical concerns were more to do with good internals and proper performance than pretty cosmetics.

The undercoat application served to provide a fresh uniform finish, and protect underside sheet metal, not to hide rust issues or inferior welding or patches. An obvious item not considered important enough to rectify back then was the large dent in the driver side floor pan. Evidently someone's inexperience or lack of forethought before throwing a jack under the car. Of course, back then, who bothered to look under a car? The damage is such that it could be repaired without the need to replace the pan.

Suspension and steering systems all restored including new ball joints, tie rod ends, all rubber bushings, rack mounts, stabilizer bushings and links, wishbone bushings, front shocks, wheel bearings and seals, rear coil over shocks, stone shields, etc... The brake system is in good order. Master and all slave cylinders resleeved, new bellows and hoses.

The owner thought he had a leaking gas tank, purchased a new one, turned out the overflow had come disconnected, causing paint damage. The tank was fine, new one never installed, will go with the car, a $700. US value.

There is no evidence of any prior body or collision damage anywhere on the car. All indications are that this is a very solid and honest car that has never been abused or suffered the ravages of winters and salt. The original color of the car was Carmen Red. A previous owner had it repainted British Racing Green, which was the color when the present owner purchased it in 1990. During the subsequent restoration he had it put back to red, done in a Glasurit base/clear finish. Paint work was performed by Eurasia Auto Ltd. in Edmonton, in April of '95. Very little body work was required. The body and all sheet metal are quite straight. New bonnet bushings, hardware kit, and safety catch installed.
Fit and gaps on all panels is typical of factory assembly, not to today's high end restoration standards. Both doors could use adjustment as they sit slightly proud at the lower rear corners. The paint is excellent, retains a beautiful luster, and has not suffered any significant scratches, chips or dings. Very few blemishes can be noted, a couple very minor and very shallow soft waves on the hood, barely noticeable, and then only from a certain angle if you're really looking for them. They do not show up in any photo trying to show them.
A few very light sanding scratches near the hood louvers, again, found only under close scrutiny by a trained seeking eye. These can be wet sanded and polished out. No such issues appear anywhere under the front bonnet nose, along either of the rockers, or on the lower outer quarters. Considering the years since work was completed, the absence of any significant rust issues or failing body work is testimonial to the condition of the car prior to restoration, since any such issues would have surfaced and become evident by now.
Overall this is a very solid car with all original body panels.

All wiring is in good condition and all electrical items are in working order except for the clock. The car retains its positive ground 12 volt system. New tach generator installed. New main and dash wiring harnesses from UK were installed along with new tie downs and decals. Tail light harness is the original. Stock gauges and instruments are all very nice and in good order. New toggle switch ends. Wiper motor and fan motors rebuilt. New windshield washer pump, along with bottle, bracket, and jets. New radio console, with an aftermarket Craig am/fm cassette player.

Numerous new interior parts were installed, starting with new sound deadening, floor pan plugs, and rubber grommets throughout. New interior Hardura kit installed. The original seats were redone in 1995 and remain in very nice condition, with new lap belts. New door panels, carpet set, pedal pads, Jaguar logo floor mats, speaker grills and ashtray with Jag motif, 3 pc. under dash set, etc... Complete new rubber kit installed includes weather-strips and seals throughout. New trunk mat and side panels are very good.

2021-01-27 06:13:31 | begerou writes:

Take car !!! A stupid man Simon try to sell this car with stolen pictures from 877755 from Ireland, with a JHC modified as 8777752

Classic Car Club

Unit 8 - 9, Keltic Business Park, Listowel 

Co. Kerry, 

Ireland

+353 61 748 788

www.irishclassiccarclub.com

Avoid contact, this is a specialist in scam. Other vehicules are also used by this stupid man.

2021-01-29 15:53:34 | pauls writes:

I'm glad the information on both cars is here so you could discover the scam!