2003-05-24 08:54:48 | Steven D. writes:

Car listed for sale at:

www.classicshowcase.com/CUVehicleZoom.asp

1962 Jaguar XKE Series 1 3.8 Roadster

Restoration project, Series 2 seats for more comfort, late series 1 radio console, spare wheel without tire, chrome off car, 99% rust free, driver’s side dents along side, front bonnet damage, front porcelain manifolds, early period Blaupunkt AM/FM radio.

Performance.........3.8 DOHC in-line 6, 3 SU carbs

Transmission.........manual

Suspension............independent front/ rear

Wheels..................Wire wheels

Color.....................primer (originally opalescent blue)

Miles.....................47,713

ID Numbers...........876878

Body# R3306

Engine# R4454-9

Gearbox# EB3379JS

Condition: Project Price: $27,500.00

2005-12-15 11:25:34 | pauls writes:

Car to be at RM auctions, Phoenix, Arizona, USA 1/06

www.rmauctions.com/Carlist.cfm&start=1&Category=All&SortBy=AL&View=Normal#

Auction description:

1962 Jaguar Series I E-Type Roadster

LOT 129 To be auctioned on Friday

ESTIMATE: $130,000 - $150,000

CHASSIS NO: 876878

Car sold for $143k.

The example offered here is undoubtedly one of the finest Series I E-Type Roadsters has ever had the pleasure of offering. It represents the pinnacle work by the Jaguar specialist firm, Classic Showcase of Southern California. Absolutely no expense was spared in the correct and proper restoration of this original matching numbers E-Type Roadster. Perfection as the primary goal is evident in the craftsmanship, fit and finish and ultimately the lustrous black paintwork of this superb example. Every single component has been rebuilt or replaced on this show ready Jaguar and it is a simply breathtaking car in every respect.

The 3.8 liter engine was rebuilt to factory specifications with new pistons, bearings, valves, guides, seals and timing chain. The head was completely rebuilt, as were the carburetors and clutch assembly. The car was fitted with all new brake parts, the drive shaft was balanced, the shocks and fuel pump were replaced and the gas tank was restored and epoxy sealed. All electrical components including gauges, knobs, and switches were rebuilt or replaced. The top bows and seat frames were powder coated for durability and effect. The potent and capable 3.8 liter inline six-cylinder engine, the transmission and the rear end were all completely rebuilt to better then new standards.

The body was stripped to bare metal, repainted, then color sanded and buffed. All rubber was replaced, as were all grommets and gaskets. All the trim and brightwork has been replaced or replated to the highest level and the car was fitted with a beautiful new tan interior, with carpet, panels, dash, and seats all being fully redone from scratch. The restoration was systematic and comprehensive with much time spent on detail and quality. This is one of the finest examples for sale in the world today, and is being sold with a custom made DVD movie documenting the restoration process. Additionally, a limited warranty accompanies this car, which is a testament to the restorer’s confidence, and assurance that is truly one of the finest examples in the world.

2017-10-20 14:36:38 | pauls writes:

Car now offered in Gladstone, New Jersey at:

www.stableltd.com/index.php

Sellers description:

1962 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

VIN: 896878 R2527-9

Mileage: 180 mi

Year: 1962

Exterior Color: black

Interior Color: beige

Transmission: manual

Price: $ 175,000

1962 JAGUAR XKE SERIES I ROADSTER. Chassis #896878, Engine #R 2527-9. (Stock #3887.)

Our car's engine was assembled in November, 1961 and the car itself was built in March, 1962. The car was painstakingly restored by Classic Showcase in California, Jaguar specialists, prior to 2006 when it was sold by RM/Sotheby's in Scottsdale, Arizona for a record-setting $143,000. Quoting the RM/Sotheby's description at the 2006 sale, "Every single component has been rebuilt or replaced on this show ready Jaguar and it is a simply breathtaking car in every respect. Our car, driven just 180 miles since restoration, remains in as-new condition and is offered at a most attractive price of $175,000.

2020-08-03 06:57:41 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 8/3/20

www.ebay.com/itm/1962-Jaguar-XK/274442133388

Classified ad price: $149,500 seller gullwingmotorcars, now in Astoria, NY, previously Gladstone, New Jersey.

Seller's description:

Beautifully Restored 1962 Jaguar XKE Series I 3.8 Roadster: Ready to Drive and Show This 1962 Jaguar XKE Series I 3.8 Roadster is an absolutely stunning example that's been fully restored by Classic Showcase and driven fewer than 200 miles since the restoration. Black with saddle leather interior. Just out of a collection, this E-Type is gorgeous inside and out with excellent paint, chrome, and leather interior. Mechanically superb and ready to be driven and cherished by its next loving caretaker. It runs and drives fantastic and was restored with a strong running period correct yet non-matching-numbers 3.8 motor. The car has a factory build date of March 1962 and now carries an E-Type engine # R2527-9 with a build date of November 1961. The 3.8 engine was rebuilt to factory specification with new pistons, bearings, valves, guides, seals, timing chain, head completely rebuilt, rebuilt carburetors, clutch, all new brake parts, drive shaft balanced, restored shocks, gas tank restored and epoxy sealed, rebuilt fuel pump, all electrical components, gauges, knobs, switches rebuilt, rescreened or replaced, top bows and seat frames powder coated, new exhaust system, rear end completely rebuilt as well as the transmission. The body was stripped to bare metal repainted then color sanded and buffed. New rubber seals and grommets and gaskets. All the trim and bright work has been replaced or replated, New interior, carpet, panels, dash, and seats. This was a comprehensive restoration with much time spent on detail and quality. Offered with Jaguar Heritage Certificate and DVDs documenting the restoration process. This is one of the finest examples for sale today. Super clean from top to bottom and just out of proud ownership. Ready to drive and show. An exciting chance to own a highly collectible and coveted series I covered-headlight roadster in fully restored condition. High Quality Restoration Stunning Condition Throughout Mechanically Superb Striking Color Combination Offered with Jaguar Heritage Certificate Accompanied by DVDs Documenting the Restoration Extremely Desirable and Collectible Covered Headlight Series 1 E-Type Roadster A Fine Example that's Ready to Drive or Show Price: $149,500