2008-10-20 19:54:54 | Mike Cook writes:

We have owned the car since 1990. Found it in Enid, Oklahoma. It was National Champ in '92 & '93 in JCNA class D-3.

2017-04-19 18:31:16 | Mike Cook writes:

'Ole Blue is still going strong after 27 years of having fun together!

2020-01-22 06:30:05 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 1/22/20

www.ebay.com/itm/1971-Jaguar-E-Type-Convertible/233471893169

Current bid: $15,100 reserve not met 3 bids 6 days left in auction, seller 71s3e, 48k miles.

Seller's description:

Ole' #20 (1S20020) has been in the family since 1990 and driven to concours events in the southwest ever since. It was purchased from a pilot at Enid AFB in Oklahoma and then driven to Houston where we live. We did some initial detailing and started showing the car in local car shows and the regional concours circuit in Texas. After a lot of cleaning and shining we were awarded the national championship in 1992 and 1993 in class D4!

Ole' Blue has been a great car with a strong engine and wonderful handling. There is rarely a drop of any fluids on the garage floor and the engine is quiet as it is bathed in synthetic oil. The independent rear end has been completely rebuilt along with new shocks, electronic ignition, brakes and torsion bars. The top is new as well as new leather, foams and carpet. 48,900 miles and Heritage Trust certificate

I am a certified JCNA judge and have been involved with the Houston club's concours since the late 80's. I am asked to judge local Corvette and British car shows, as well as the annual Keels and Wheels concours in Seabroook, Texas.

The car has never been in an accident, never had any water damage and is always garaged.

2020-01-29 06:05:22 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 1/29/20

www.ebay.com/itm/1971-Jaguar-E-Type-Convertible/233479074127

Current bid: $32,100 reserve not met 2 bids 6 days left in auction, same seller.

Previous auction ended at $45,250 after 20 bids.

2020-04-06 06:29:56 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 4/6/20

www.ebay.com/itm/1971-Jaguar-E-Type-Convertible/233550414500

Current bid: $15,100 reserve not met 2 bids 6 days left in auction, same seller.

Previous auction ended at $42,100 after 6 bids.

2020-06-02 06:02:27 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 6/2/20

www.ebay.com/itm/1971-Jaguar-E-Type-Convertible/233606723367

Current bid: $41,100 reserve not met 4 bids 6 days left in auction, same seller.

Previous auction ended at $46,100 after 46 bids.

2020-10-25 08:09:51 | pauls writes:

Car now on BAT

bringatrailer.com/listing/1971-jaguar-e-type-v-12-roadster/

Auction description:

Lot #38371

Seller: 71roadster

Location: Montgomery, Texas 77356

Chassis: 1S20020

49k Miles Shown, TMU

5.3-Liter V12

Four-Speed Manual Transmission

Metallic Dark Blue

Blue Leather Upholstery

Black Soft Top

Factory 15" Wire Wheels

Four-Wheel Disc Brakes

AM/FM Stereo

Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

Previous Awards

Partial Service Records

Spare Parts

Private Party or Dealer: Private Party

This 1971 Jaguar XKE is a Series III roadster that was produced on April 1, 1971 and acquired approximately 30 years ago by the seller, a JCNA judge in Texas. It is finished in metallic blue over blue leather and powered by a 5.3-liter V12 mated to a four-speed manual transmission. Equipment includes a black vinyl soft top, 15″ wire wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, quad Zenith-Stromberg carburetors, and an AM/FM stereo. This XKE roadster is now offered with a Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, previous awards, partial service records, spare parts, and a clean Texas title in the seller’s name.

Originally finished in light blue, the body wears an older repaint in its current shade of a darker metallic blue. Blemishes including touched-up chips on the hood and a dent on the tail panel below the trunk lid visible.

Optional 15″ wire wheels with knockoff spinners wear Bridgestone whitewall tires. The front suspension was reportedly serviced and the shocks and front wheels bearings replaced in 2012, while work in March 2015 included overhauling the rear suspension, rebuilding the brake calipers, and replacing the rear brake rotors and a replacement black vinyl convertible top.

The cabin was refreshed in 2015 with reupholstered in blue leather bucket seats, along with matching door panels and replacement carpets. Amenities include an analog clock, a three-spoke steering wheel with an aftermarket lace-up cover, and an AM/FM stereo. The dashboard material is separating from the passenger side defrost vent, and the seller notes that the air conditioning condenser has been removed but is included in the sale.

Smiths instrumentation includes a 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer with a 6,500-rpm redline, as well as gauges for oil pressure, engine temperature, voltage, and fuel level mounted in the dashboard. The five-digit odometer shows just under 49k miles, approximately 8k of which have been added by the seller. True mileage is unknown.

The 5.3-liter V12 features quad side-draft Zenith-Stromberg carburetors and was factory-rated at 272 horsepower. Work carried out by The Tinman Works of Crosby, Texas in April 2016 included replacement of the exhaust manifolds and electric fan motor, as well as a radiator flush.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission, and the clutch hydraulic cylinders were replaced in 2015, along with the axle u-joints. The JaguarHeritageTrust Certificate lists a build date of April 1, 1971 and shows the factory colors along with the chassis, body, engine, and gearbox numbers.

2020-10-27 15:03:01 | Captain RD writes:

BID TO $54,000 ON 10/27/20 reserve not met

2021-11-01 09:08:40 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

classiccars.com/listings/view/1508222/1971-jaguar-e-type-for-sale-in-houston-tex ...

Seller's description:

1971 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 Roadster 4-Speed

Chassis No. 1S20020

Engine No. 7S2495-SA

Body No. 4S1020

Gearbox No. KL668

An Extremely Early Series III V12 E-Type Roadster

1S20020 - 20th LHD V-12 Produced

1 of only 340 Roadsters built in 1971

Matching-Numbers SA 9:1 Compression Engine

Verified by Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

Ideally Equipped with Air Conditioning & Manual Transmission

48,970 Recorded Miles, From Over 30 Years of Ownership

Complete with Numerous Accessories & History File

• Records, Spare Parts, Awards

• Period Publications, Memorabilia, Service Manuals

• Owner's Manuals, Jack, Hammer, Spanner, Spare Tire & Accessories

1S20020 was completed April 1,1971 as the 20th lefthand drive V-12 produced, wearing Light Blue paint over Dark Blue Upholstery and Top. The Open Two Seater was dispatched on the 15th of July, distributed through British Leyland Motors, New York, as verified by Jaguar Heritage Trust. In addition to its striking original livery, this particular E-Type comes ideally equipped with air conditioning, radio, leather seating, and manual transmission.

The Roadster was acquired by its most recent caretakers and avid JCNA Club members and judge on February 7th, 1989 in Enid, Oklahoma from an Air Force pilot stationed at Vance AFB - with about 41,000 miles on the odometer. At this time, the Jaguar wore "Royal Blue" paint and a white Naugahyde soft top with matching upholstery - as commissioned by the pilot. Period photos of the vehicle during this time are included. It relocated with its new family to Houston, Texas and retitled on September 18, 1989 - which it retains today.

As active members of the Jaguar Club of Houston, "Ole' Blue" competed in many concours events in the early 1990's throughout Oklahoma and Texas. Exhibited in "Driven" class, the E-Type would rank nationally in class D4 in 1993, as well as subsequent awards, such as the Jaguar Club of Houston's "Best in Class" (2008) and "Silver" at Keels & Wheels Concours d'Elegance (2015).

Driven on occasion and said to have always been a solid driver with tons of pep and routine services, notable recent work includes a rebuilt front suspension, brake lines, shocks and torsion bars (2012), correct all new leather upholstery, carpeting, surrounds and vinyl top (2015), rebuilt rear end, brakes, hydraulics and A/C system (2015). Additional work carried out by The Tinman Works of Crosby, Texas in 2016 included replacement of the exhaust manifolds, electric fan motors, as well as a radiator flush - along with subsequent fluid changes in the years after.

With just 48,970 recorded miles on the odometer, The Roadster was mechanically assessed before receiving an extensive detail to its current presentation as the ideal "driver's" XKE. A vehicle inspection report is available upon request. Engine compression reads: 130, 130, 140, 130, 130, 135, 135, 145, 135, 140, 145, 145 psi.

This particular Series III remains thoughtfully kept overall. Upon close inspection, you will find original etched glass (with period correct Triplex and 1971 Texas Safety Inspections decals), original trim and brightwork, lenses, body spot welds, adhered engine bay decals/tags and plaques, accompanying original clips/clamps/retainers. The exterior's glossy paint, applied in years past, displays a textured blemishes throughout likely do to long term car cover storage (pictured). A thorough paint correction could benefit the appearance. Chrome wire wheels are mounted with Bridgestone whitewall tires.

The cabin's upholstery presents well, while the dashboard and console appear largely original and unrestored. Its interior comes equipped with period Blaupunkt Frankfurt radio, factory air conditioning, manual transmission and fitted Amco shift knob. Supplemental Lloyds Mats protect the underlying floor mats. The heater condenser core has been removed, overhauled and is included in the sale. A convertible top boot cover and full-cab tonneau neatly cover the soft top assembly when stowed for open motoring.

The luggage compartment is tidy with matching spare wheel, car cover, brass hammer and spanner. The SIII's undercarriage remains quite solid and intact, with excellent floors displaying original drain holes, seams, and finishes.

The Roadster is accompanied by numerous items, including: spare parts, "Operating, Maintenance and Service" handbook, new wiring diagram wall chart, new maintenance wall chart, original May, 1971 "Car & Driver" magazine with SIII V12 #1 on the cover, original May, 1971 "Road & Track" magazine with #1 on the cover, several comparative photos of #1S20001 (this vehicle's previous owner knew the owner of #1 - which happened to reside in Austin, Texas), original British April, 1971 "Motor Sport" magazine with the V-12 engine on the cover, original May, 1971 "Road Test" magazine with the "Fabulous V-12" on the cover, new original 1971 "Repair Operation Manual", the 1971 sales brochure "Jaguar Unlocks The Ultimate Cat", two additional sets of keys, partial service records, trophies, and a copy of its Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate.

Offered for worldwide purchase and delivery from our Houston, Texas showroom, this very special Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 OTS presents an excellent opportunity for continued enjoyment.

$79,500

1971 Jaguar E-Type

Price:$79,500

Location:Houston, Texas

Exterior Color:BLU

Odometer:48970