2010-11-09 03:57:48 | DAVE writes:

WAS SHOWN ON CHASING CLASSICS IN A BARN FOR SALE

2014-08-18 15:24:23 | Lofty writes:

classicshowcase.com/index.php/inventory/detail/386

1961 Jaguar-Projects XKE Series 1 3.8 OTS, Outside Bonnet Latch

Specifications

Stock: J61-169

Current condition: ORIGINAL-PRESERVED

Performance: 3.8 Liter, 6 cylinder, 3 SU carbs

Transmission: 4-Speed manual

Suspension: Independent Front and Rear

Color exterior: Opalescent Silver Grey

Color interior: Red

Features: Outside Bonnet Latch, Flat Floors, Welded Louvers

Brakes: Front and Rear Disc Brakes

Vin #: 875169

Engine #: R1248-9

Gearbox # EB352JS

Other 1: Body Number: R1276

*This E-Type is for sale as a Classic Showcase restoration, equal to our Show car restoration level - please see our restoration page for further information. Classic Showcase is scheduling the restoration of this XKE to be that of a Show level car. This E-Type is a very original California roadster that had been out of state for some time, but has recently returned to it's home state where it anxiously awaits a Show level restoration by marque specialists at Classic Showcase. This highly desirable XKE includes flat floors and a welded louvered bonnet. Included in the restoration process the vehicle will be stripped to bare metal, placed on a rotisserie, metal finished, leaded, all body parts fitted to the car and chrome, prepared for primer, sealer, paint, base, clear, color sanded and buffed to a fabulous finish. All systems will be gone through and the engine will be rebuilt back to factory specifications. The fuel, electrical, cooling, and hydraulic systems will be restored. All components will be rebuilt back to factory specifications, including the engine, transmission, rear end and suspension. All chrome will be re-plated as needed. The car will receive a complete new custom tailored and fit interior in the correct materials by our upholstery department. A DVD of the restoration process will accompany the vehicle. Upon completion of the restoration, this very rare and highly collectible XKE will be a great example to be shown and campaigned at your favorite Concours!

2014-08-20 11:51:35 | Lofty writes:

Information above is misleading.Flat floors were installed until mid January 1962,totaling some 2,616 cars,and highly regarded as such.See 876581.

2015-10-13 18:17:17 | pauls writes:

Car still at same location, new link:
classicshowcase.com/index.php/inventory/detail/500

2015-12-16 21:00:57 | Anonymous writes:

Barrett Jackson in Jan 2016 fully restored to the T.

2015-12-20 05:14:41 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auciton 1/16
www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1961-JAGUAR-XKE-OUTSIDE-BONNET-LATC ...

Auction description:
Auction Scottsdale 2016
Reserve RESERVE
Lot 1368.1
Year 1961
Make JAGUAR
Model XKE
Style ROADSTER
VIN 875169
Exterior Color GUNMETAL
Interior Color RED
Cylinders 6
Engine Size 3.8L
Transmission 4-SPEED MANUAL

This incredible first-generation outside bonnet latch XKE, which is correct and proper, has recently undergone a restoration to the highest standards of show-level correctness. It has early sought-after features like flat floors, welded louvers and an outside bonnet latch. This rare example of Jaguar history is presented in its stunning original color combination of Gunmetal and red. The car has undergone a no-expense-spared, comprehensive restoration by marque specialists Classic Showcase of Oceanside, CA. The vehicle was completely dissembled in the restoration process, and the interior was removed and documented. The body was stripped to bare metal and placed on a rotisserie where it was body-worked, metal-finished, fitted and leaded as needed. All body parts and chrome were fitted to the E-type in bare metal. It has been primed, sealed, had a base coat/clear coat applied and was then color-sanded and buffed to a beautiful finish. All body parts were removed from the car and painted separately. All systems have been gone through and were restored or replaced as necessary. The transmission, clutch and hydraulic systems were fully restored or replaced, and the car has received all new rubber, grommets and seals. In addition, the brightwork has been fitted and replated to show-level quality. The car received all new upholstery in the correct materials, which has been fitted and installed. Parts and components were restored in the proper colors and finishes as well, and NOS parts were used wherever possible. Extreme attention to detail was given because of the importance of this early, highly original E-type. A DVD of the restoration process, along with a Heritage Certificate of Authenticity, accompanies the vehicle. This is a striking original color combination that enhances the natural lines and beauty of this E-type. Judged independently by two JCNA judges, based on photographic evidence, and it was without deduction - scoring a perfect 100 points both time. It is ready for campaigning and showing.

2016-01-31 00:50:14 | John S writes:

Just sold at auction in Scottsdale for $400,000 plus commission !!

2019-01-21 06:10:44 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 1/21/19

www.ebay.com/itm/1961-Jaguar-E-Type/183645549884

Current bid US $70,100, no reserve, 4 days left in auction, seller debad001, car now said to be in Oviedo, Florida, 72k miles.

Seller's description:

1961 Jaguar XKE Convertible, Series 1, 3.8 Liter, 6 cylinder, 3 SU carbs, 4 speed manual transmission, Flat Floor, Outside Bonnet Latch, Welded Louvers, all original numbers, Heritage Trust Certificate

Very seldom do you find a first generation, show-level E-Type with this level of extraordinary restoration available for purchase, let alone one that is primed and ready for the highly competitive JCNA judging circuit. This XKE, numbered 169 in the first year production run, exhibits all of the early sought-after features like flat floors, welded louvers, and outside bonnet latches, amongst other notable features. This unique piece of Jaguar history is presented in its stunning original color combination of Opalescent Gunmetal and Red, as documented in its JDHT certificate. Master craftsmen performed a rotisserie-restoration back to factory standards, elevating the car to the highest of Show-level standards possible. Focused on the highest level of detail and correctness, the restoration team gave extreme attention to every aspect of the roadster, culminating in a painstaking restoration that would be a daunting task to even the most seasoned of auto restorers. This E-Type is sure to cause a sensation at future Concours events, making it an excellent choice for the discerning Jaguar collector demanding what could quite possibly be, the very best example available in the world today.

2019-05-10 14:53:31 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/jaguar/e-type/2267321.html

Seller's description:

Location: Oceanside, California, 92056

VIN #: 875169

Transmission: Manual

Condition: Excellent

Exterior: Gunmetal Grey (with Black top)

Interior: Red

This incredible first-generation outside bonnet latch XKE, which is correct and proper, has recently completed its restoration to the highest standards of show-level correctness! It's not every day that a first generation E-Type is available to purchase, and has the early sought-after features like flat floors, welded louvers, and an outside bonnet latch. Our team was very excited about restoring such a rare, unique piece of Jaguar history, and especially to locate one with such a stunning original color combination of gunmetal and red.

As marque specialists, we have performed a no expense spared, comprehensive restoration to this rare XKE to the highest Show level possible. Included in the restoration process, the vehicle has been completely dissembled, and the interior has been removed and documented, the body has been stripped to bare metal and placed on a rotisserie, the body has been body worked, metal finished, fitted, and leaded as needed, and all body parts and chrome were fitted to the E-type in bare metal; It has been primered, sealed, had a base coat and clear coat applied, and then color sanded and buffed to a beautiful finish. All body parts were painted off the car separately.

All systems have been gone through and were restored, or replaced, as necessary. The transmission, clutch, and hydraulic systems were fully restored, or replaced, and the car has received all new rubber, grommets and seals. In addition, the britework has been fitted, and re-plated to Show level quality. The car received all new upholstery, and which has been fitted and installed in the correct materials by master upholsterers in our Upholstery Department. The roadster's parts and components have restored in the proper colors and finishes as well, and NOS parts were used wherever possible. Extreme attention to detail has being given because of the importance of this early, highly original E-type. A DVD of the restoration process, along with a Heritage Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the vehicle. This is a striking original color combination that enhances the natural lines and beauty of this E-type. This first generation XKE is truly an amazing nut and bolt restoration, and is sure to cause a collector and enthusiast sensation at future Concours events; truly for the discerning Jaguar collector demanding the best!

2024-11-21 12:25:39 | pauls writes:

Again on Hemmings (same seller):

www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/jaguar/e-type/2267321.html

Vehicle Location Oceanside, California 92056

VIN # 875169

Exterior Gunmetal Grey (with Black top)

Transmission Manual

Interior Red

Condition Excellent

Otherwise same as above