2014-10-26 15:01:57 | XKE Data writes:

The record was updated:

2014-02-22 09:56:42 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 2/22/14
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-E-type-V-12-Roadster-Manual-Trans-Wire-Wheels-197 ...
Current bid $17,100.00
Reserve price not met, 31 bids 9 days left in auction.

Sellers description:
1973 Jaguar XKE Series 3 V-12 E-type Roadster Red with a black interior. 105,000 miles. Wire wheels, manual transmission. This is an exceptionally nice series 3 E-type V-12 Roadster. The car shows very nicely on top and on the underside as well. It comes with a very complete manual pouch with some very rare manuals that you normally don't see with these cars. The car is numbers matching. While the odometer says 105,000 the car looks to have been restored at some point in it's life, it is far to clean and nice not to have been. It is rare to find one in this condition. The car also comes with a hard-top that I have not yet photographed. These cars represent a great value in an open grand touring/sports car. I have a page with many additional highly detailed photographs go to forzamotorsports with the usual com ending to see the photos, if you are seriously interested please take the time to do this. The car has recent service history over the last few years.

The car is located in northwestern Connecticut about 75 miles north of New York City.

2014-03-28 10:54:58 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 3/28/14
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-E-type-V-12-Roadster-Manual-Trans-Wire-Wheels-197 ...
Current bid $6,350 reserve not met, 5 bids 9 days left in auction.

Previous auction ended at $44,050 after 68 bids.

2014-04-12 10:26:43 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 4/12/14
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-E-type-V-12-Roadster-Manual-Trans-Wire-Wheels-197 ...
Car has a buy it now price of $59,500 for 20 days.

Previous auction ended at $42,433 after 28 bids.

2014-10-25 14:20:39 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 11/14
www.silverstoneauctions.com/1972-jaguar-e-type-series-III-v12-roadster

Auction description:
NEC Classic Motor Show Sale
1972 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 Roadster
Lot No.: 617
Registration: YND 478L
Chassis Number: UD1S21364
Engine Number: 7S8993LB
Number of cylinders: 12
CC: 5343
Year of Manufacture: 1972
Estimate (£): 35,000 - 40,000

Finished in its original colour combination of Signal Red with contrasting Black leatherette interior, 'YND 478L' was first registered in 1972 and dispatched from the Browns Lane factory to New York City, USA.

This most visually striking left-hand drive manual Roadster has original factory matching engine and chassis numbers as confirmed in its Jaguar Heritage Certificate. We believe it also benefits from factory fitted air conditioning (a rarity for the time being a roadster)and is sold with accompanying period paperwork.

We are informed by the vendor that this beautiful car drives well, with the engine firing instantly and immediately settling to a silent hum. The 5.3 litre engine builds its enthusiasm stealthily via the manual 'box, as it propels this car to a natural cruising speed reported to be in the region of 125mph. All electrics are reported to work and the steering and suspension are both tight and firm. All fluid levels are clean and fresh and the wire wheels are reported to be in very good condition. Upon opening the bonnet, the V12 engine bay is a visual delight and does not disappoint. The speedometer is currently showing 76,210 unwarranted miles.

The paintwork shines impressively. Better still all bright work, chrome bumpers, grill and headlamps are reported to be very well preserved. The vendor informs that when the most recent MoT was carried out that the MoT inspector commented just how good the car was underneath.

Sold with a current MoT that expires on 01/07/2015, Jaguar Heritage Certificate and original operating instructions handbook, this is your chance to get behind the wheel of a Midlands' motoring icon. Turning heads wherever it goes be sure to take your first drive with the roof and windows down, shades on, and listen out for the purring V12. Viewing of this car is highly recommended.