2012-08-27 18:46:09 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 8/27/12
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1971-Jaguar-E-Type-Series-lll-2-2-Coupe-completley-resto ...
Current bid $8,988 reserve not met, 9 bids 6 days left in auction. 36k miles.

Sellers description:
1971 Jaguar E-Type Series lll 2+2 Coupe
This rust free car has been stored in a garage all its life. This car runs and drives excellent and is in very solid condition.

VIN# l S 7 1 6 6 5 8 W

History: The car was purchased from a judge who took it completely apart with aspirations of putting it all together himself but sold the project and it was meticulously restored from the round up at consolidated motors renowned jag shop here in Portland Oregon and no expense was spared.

Engine & Transmission: The odometer shows 96kmiles but the car was completely restored at 60k so the restoration has 36k miles on it. The car is very well sorted and runs strong. The motor sounds exceptionally nice and delivers power whenever you want it. The AC needs to be charged. There are records for service done over the years. The car has not been restored but has had regular attention when needed. The tires are new (5 of them).

Body: The body panels are all straight. All glass is in great shape. The car is free of any rust or corrosion. The paint is good up close there are a few rock chips on the nose, and a small dent in the lower right of the front grill lower scoop. The car was stored in a private garage and the doors have no dings in them. The car presents very well. The exterior color is very nice and shows the great lines of the car.

Interior: The interior is very well preserved with new carpet. All instruments work as they should. The trunk area is very nice as well as the spare tire compartment.

Summary:
This is a wonderful example of a British Sports Car Icon. It is in great driver condition and perfect for cruising or taking to car shows. This is a great E-Type to enjoy. This car has won many awards and also can be driven every day.

2012-10-01 08:06:53 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 10/1/12
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1971-Jaguar-E-Type-Series-lll-2-2-Coupe-completley-resto ...
Current bid $10,100 reserve not met, 15 bids 6 days left in auction.

Previous auction ended at $20,000 reserve not met after 16 bids.