2023-07-17 16:58:07 | pauls writes:

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Auction description:

Seller: MNtechnik

Location: Tonka Bay, Minnesota

Chassis: 879780

Refurbished 2016-2023

53k Miles Shown, TMU

3.8-Liter DOHC Inline-Six

Triple SU Carburetors

Four-Speed Manual Transmission

Carmen Red Paint

Biscuit Leather Upholstery

Beige Convertible Top

15" Wire Wheels

CoolCat Aluminum Radiator & Cooling Fan

Stainless-Steel Exhaust System

Electronic Ignition

Spin-On Oil Filter Housing

Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

Refurbishment Photos & Invoices

Private Party or Dealer: Private Party

Lot #114499

This 1964 Jaguar E-Type is a Series I open two-seater that was manufactured on July 4, 1963, shortly before being dispatched to Jaguar Cars of New York for distribution in the US. A restoration was initiated under prior ownership through the then-owner’s shop, Eau Claire British Car in Wisconsin, and was completed following the current owner’s acquisition in 2022 after the previous owner’s passing. Work involved a repaint in Carmen Red, a re-trim of the interior in Biscuit leather, the installation of a tan convertible top, an overhaul of the triple-carbureted 3.8-liter DOHC inline-six, and refreshes of the rear end, suspension, fuel system, wiring, and gauges. A heavy-duty cooling system with a larger aluminum radiator and a CoolCat cooling fan were added, while additional modifications include a spin-on oil filter assembly, stone-guard finish under the bonnet and wheel wells, a rear brake-bleeder kit, electronic ignition, and a stainless-steel exhaust system. Additional features include a four-speed manual transmission, 15” wire wheels, and four-wheel disc brakes. This Series I E-Type is offered by the seller on behalf of the owner in Tonka Bay, Minnesota, with a Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, photos and invoices from the refurbishment, a tool kit, a jack, and a clean Wisconsin title.

The car was disassembled down to its unibody tub and placed on a rotisserie during the refurbishment that was started in 2016 by Eau Claire British Car under the previous owner and later completed by the shop’s successor, Chippewa Valley British Car. The body was stripped and underwent metal repairs that included replacement of the floor panels, rocker panels, and door skins before a repaint in its factory shade of Carmen Red. The front bumpers were replaced, while additional brightwork pieces were re-plated. Features include covered headlights, chrome bumpers with overriders, triple windshield wipers, a cowl-mounted antenna, and a beige convertible top.

The chrome-finished 15” wire wheels are secured via two-eared knock-offs and are wrapped in 6.40-16 Avon Super Safety tires, as is a matching spare housed in the trunk. Stopping is handled by four-wheel disc brakes with the rear units situated inboard. A refresh of the brake system during the refurbishment included rebuilds of the master cylinder and calipers, the rear of which were fitted with a remote bleeding system. The steering and suspension systems were also overhauled during the project with replacement shock absorbers, ball joints, and various bushings.

The cabin was re-trimmed during the refurbishment using Biscuit leather over the bucket seats with matching upholstery on the door panels. Biscuit carpeting is protected by black rubber floor mats embossed with Jaguar logos, while color-matched Hardura lines the area behind the seats. Additional interior features include lap belts, aluminum console and center dash trim, and a push-button radio.

The wood-rimmed steering wheel features drilled spokes and sits ahead of refurbished Smiths instrumentation including a 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer with an inset clock. The five-digit odometer shows 53k miles, approximately 10 of which have been added under current ownership. Gauges monitoring coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel level, and amperage are situated at center dash above toggle switchgear.

The 3.8-liter DOHC inline-six breathes through triple SU carburetors and is said to have been overhauled during the refurbishment. Modifications include electronic ignition, a spin-on oil filter housing, and a CoolCat aluminum radiator and cooling fan.

Power is sent to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual gearbox is also said to have been rebuilt during the refurbishment, and the clutch, clutch slave cylinder, and flywheel were replaced. A stone-guard protective finish was applied to the wheel wells and underside of the bonnet during the project. A stainless-steel exhaust system was also installed.

A reproduction data plate has been mounted in the engine bay, and the removed plate will come with the car.

The Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate lists the original colors and component numbers as well as initial delivery to the US.

Refurbishment photos are included in the with the car, as are invoices from the project.

2023-07-26 17:11:05 | Capt RD writes:

Sold for $243,000 on 7/25/23

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