2016-08-16 22:28:24 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 8/16
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Auction description:
1974 Jaguar XKE Series III Roadster
2016 The Auburn Auction
Lot Number 19
ESTIMATE: $65,000 - $ 85,000
CHASSIS NO: UE1524311BW

• Incredibly original, never-restored, 7,500-mile example
• Original paint, interior, convertible top and engine
• Single-family ownership from new to 2015
• Accompanied by original tires mounted on original wire wheels

This wonderful 1974 Jaguar XKE Convertible was for many years an object of automotive desire for the owner, who has known the car well in his community ever since it was purchased new by a local attorney. The original owner drove it sparingly during his 29-year tenure and obviously preserved its originality very well. Following his eventual passing in 2003, the XKE passed to his son and then in 2015, the current owner, a highly knowledgeable collector and enthusiast, was finally able to acquire it. Featuring great colors and retaining the factory-original paint, interior, and convertible top, this outstandingly original Jaguar is accompanied by the original chrome wire wheels, which still mount the original thin double-whitewall tires.

Since acquisition, the car has been sympathetically tidied, detailed, serviced, and sparingly driven. Fewer than 7,500 miles are indicated on the odometer at the time of cataloguing. Additional highlights include a period AM-FM cassette head unit, the original top boot, jack and complete tire-changing tools within their proper storage bag. The V-12 engine and underhood area are tidy and honest in presentation, being complete and correct. The trunk compartment appears virtually as new. Entirely unrestored and original, a rare, virtual "time warp" example with 41 years of single-family ownership, this final-year Jaguar E-Type convertible is a thrilling find in all respects for collectors and enthusiasts who understand the tremendous value of such seldom seen originality in such an iconic sports car.