2017-06-17 18:31:12 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 6/17
www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1961-JAGUAR-XKE-SERIES-I--209308

Auction description:
Auction Northeast 2017
Reserve RESERVE
Lot 678
Year 1961
Make JAGUAR
Model XKE SERIES I
VIN 885065
Exterior Color WHITE
Interior Color RED
Cylinders 6
Engine Size 3.8-LITER

This rare Jaguar XKE Series 1 flat-floor, fixed-head coupe was originally dispatched on October 12, 1961, and delivered to its original owner, A.S. Flagg of Los Angeles, CA, on December 15, 1961. This is a very early flat-floor fixed-head example and it is one of the 51 transitional flat-floor coupes built by Jaguar immediately after ceasing production of the outside catch bonnet but prior to production of the dropped wheel wells, which were adopted in March 1962. It is one of 40 produced with boot and door latches (later models utilized machined latches). This is one of three coupes produced in Cream, one of one which includes tinted glass. The vehicle was sold to its prior owners in Atlanta, GA, in the early '70s. The owner decided to remove the original engine, installing a small-block Ford power plant; however, the original engine still remained with the car. The current collectors procured this flat-floor coupe and decided the proper thing to do was to bring it back to its original state. A three-year, nut-and-bolt rotisserie restoration was performed to JCNA standards and was completed in 2015. Over $250,000 was spent on the restoration. Since its restoration, this car has earned many accolades, including the Hilton Head Motoring Festival and the Concours of the Americas at St. Johns (formerly Meadowbrook), where it earned awards in both classes. The 3.8-liter engine is mated to a 4-speed manual transmission.

2019-01-09 13:47:32 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/jaguar/e-type/2153888.html

Seller's description:

Location: Boynton Beach, Florida, 33426

VIN #: 885065

Mileage: 5,995

Transmission: Manual

Condition: Mint

Exterior: Cream

Interior: Red

VIN/Chassis #: 88065:

Body Number: V1059

Engine Number: Rl929-9

Exterior: Cream

Interior: Red

Asking Price: Now Open for Offers. Contact Us.

This rare 1961 Jaguar XKE Series 1 Flat Floor Fixed Head Coupe was originally dispatched on October 12, 1961 and delivered to its original owner, A.S. Flagg of Los Angeles, California on December 15, 1961 as documented in its Heritage Certificate.

It is a very early Flat Floor Fixed Head Coupe, and is one of a reported 51 "transitional" flat floor coupes built by Jaguar immediately after ceasing production of the

outside catch bonnet but prior to production of the dropped heel wells, which were adopted in March 1962. It is one of 40 produced with hand produced boot and door latches (later automobiles utilized machined latches). This is one of three coupes produced in cream, and one of one produced with this option package which includes tinted glass.

This vehicle was sold to its prior owner in Atlanta, Georgia in the 1970s. The owner decided to remove the original engine, installing a small block Ford engine. The owner passed away in 2011, and the car was left sitting in his basement.

The current owners' restoration expert located the car with the intent of utilizing the body as a "donor" car for another "E" Type restoration; however, upon purchasing the vehicle, it was determined that this was a very early flat floor cope, with its numbers matching engine remaining with the car.

An almost three year nut and bolt restoration to JCNA standards was commenced in 2012 and was completed in late 2015. The restoration started with media blasting the body back to bare metal. All rust was removed and both floor pans and the trunk pan were replaced. Additional reinforcements were welded into the rocker boxes to further stiffen the body. A new front sub-frame was installed. The entire drivetrain was rebuilt by a Jaguar master technician who apprenticed in the Jaguar factory in the 1960s. A correct full interior was sourced from Suffolk & Turley in England and virtually every part was either rebuilt (carbs, gauges, etc.) or replaced with high quality new parts. The entire restoration was photo documented and invoices totaling over $220,000 USD will be provided.

Since its restoration, this car has received several major Concours awards including a Lion Award at the Concours of the Americas at St. John (formerly the Meadowbrook Concours) and a Best in Class at the 2017 Hilton Head Motoring Festival. The car has been invited to the prestigious Amelia Island Concours in March 2018, where it won Best in the Jaguar E-Type Class.

Price: $275,000

2020-01-29 12:31:39 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auciton 3/20

rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/am20/amelia-island/lots/r0068-1961-jaguar-e-type-seri ...

Auction description:

1961 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Litre Fixed Head Coupe

Offered Without ReserveRM | Sotheby's - AMELIA ISLAND 6 - 7 MARCH 2020

Identification No. 885065

Lot Number 231

$175,000 - $210,000

Body No. V 1059

An early production example with flat floors and welded bonnet louvers

Finished in lovely Cream over red leather interior

Marque expert restoration

Matching-numbers chassis, engine, and body

Best in Class at the 2018 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance

According to its Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate, chassis 885065 was completed on 3 October 1961, the 65th Series I fixed-head coupe built. Soon after, the E-Type was dispatched from Coventry on 12 October 1961. Three months later it was sold to its first owner, A.S. Flagg of Los Angeles, California, on 15 December via Jaguar Cars of New York. Most notably, this example is an early flat-floor fixed-head coupe and is one of 51 transitional flat-floor coupes built by Jaguar immediately after ceasing production of the outside catch bonnet. Furthermore, the car is one of only 40 produced with hand-built boot and door latches.

The Jaguar exchanged hands in the early 1970s to its previous owner, an enthusiast in Atlanta, Georgia, and remained in his possession until 2011. A year later the current owner acquired the E-Type and commissioned a full nut-and-bolt restoration by marque experts. According to the consignor, the engine was rebuilt by a master Jaguar technician whose skills were founded at the Jaguar factory in the 1960s. Of note, the original tinted glass was preserved and reinstalled, along with the rare and correct square back seats which were sourced from the UK. However, while the body, chassis, and engine remained original to the car, the owner notes the front subframe was replaced and sourced from the UK as well as the correct Moss gearbox.

Three years and $220,000 later, the car completed restoration in late 2015. Without question, the Jaguar presents beautifully today. The owner successfully campaigned it at national and local concours events of various levels. The car was rewarded with the Lion Award at the Concours of Americas at St. John’s and Best in Class at the 2017 Hilton Head Motoring Festival. Most notably, the car also won Best in Class for Jaguar E-Types at the prestigious Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance in March 2018.

Accompanying the car is a complete tool roll, bottlenose jack, and knock-off hammer. Finished in the lovely color combination of Cream over red leather, one would be hard-pressed to find a more complete example, considering its current state of condition, accessories, and documentation. This outstanding E-Type is an absolute must for any Jaguar enthusiast.

2022-09-30 21:23:04 | Captain RD writes:

Sold $232 400

Offered Without ReserveRM | Sotheby's - AMELIA ISLAND 6 - 7 MARCH 2020