2006-12-19 22:45:05 | XKE Data writes:

The record was updated:

2022-10-29 11:24:32 | XKE Data writes:

The record was updated:

2025-02-21 17:13:06 | XKE Data writes:

The record was updated:

2004-01-13 20:18:27 | Harvey Ferris writes:

The car is completely disassembled and in boxes. It is 2nd on my list for restoration. I bought it from a man you has over 75 British cars and knew he would never get around to restoring it. I wouldn't have considered this project if I hadn't already had another one to use for comparison purposes. The body shell appears to be rust free!

2004-01-17 19:52:19 | Mark Shipley writes:

If it's on its own wheels and supporting its own weight--it's restorable! It looks like a pretty straight body. Your biggest challenge will be doing inventory on all the boxes of stuff. Cars always come apart more quickly than they go back together. I reassembled a basket-case 1965 coupe, so I've been there and done that. If you run into any show-stoppers, feel free to email me.

2006-12-19 20:51:48 | Harvey Ferris writes:

I bought the car in boxes from a man in Charlotte that had over 75 British Leyland cars, mostly Triumph. The body shell is rust free, which was the attraction. He said I would probably be at least the 3rd guy to take over the collection of boxes with a hope of restoring it one day. It is waiting in line after my 67 2+2.

2013-12-06 19:05:37 | Mark Shipley writes:

It's been a few years, so I thought I'd ask how the project is coming along. Hope it's finished and on the road now!

2020-06-11 14:45:49 | Harvey Ferris writes:

It has indeed been a number of years but the convergence of retirement and Covid has allowed me to finally start restoration!!! I will document the restoration on my blog www.newhillgarage.com

2022-10-26 13:11:10 | Harvey Ferris writes:

In progress for a complete restoration.

2026-04-01 12:50:12 | pauls writes:

Car now on BaT

bringatrailer.com/listing/1963-jaguar-e-type-series-1-coupe-5/

Auction description:

Seller: harveyf

Location: New Hill, North Carolina 2

Chassis: 888055

Restored 2020-2025

41 Miles Shown, TMU

3.8-Liter Inline-Six

Synchronized Four-Speed Manual Transmission

Opalescent Golden Sand

Light Tan Leather Upholstery

15" Wire-Spoke Wheels

Restoration Photos

Heritage Trust Certificate

Spare Parts

Private Party or Dealer: Private Party

Lot #236942

This 1963 Jaguar XKE Series I coupe was acquired as a disassembled project by the seller in 2002, and it underwent a five-year restoration that was completed in 2025. The car is powered by a 3.8-liter inline-six linked to a fully-synchronized four-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Finished in Opalescent Golden Sand over light tan leather, the car is equipped with enclosed headlights, 15″ wire-spoke wheels, power-assisted disc brakes, triple windshield wipers, and a heater. This XKE Series I coupe is now offered with a Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, JCNA judging sheets, restoration photos, the owner’s manual, spare parts, a tool kit, and a clean North Carolina title in the seller’s name.

This example came finished from the factory in Opalescent Golden Sand and was media-blasted to bare metal, mounted to a rotisserie, and repainted in its factory color during the restoration. Equipment includes enclosed headlights, a louvered clamshell hood, wraparound chrome bumpers, bright trim, triple windshield wipers, a side-hinged rear hatch, and dual exhaust outlets. The seller notes that the windshield washer pump is inoperative and the wipers must be manually returned to the park position.

The 15″ wire wheels are secured by two-eared knock-offs and are mounted with Avon Super Safety tires. Braking is provided by four-wheel discs with inboard-mounted rear rotors.

The cabin features bucket seats that have been reupholstered in light tan leather along with color-coordinated door panels and carpets. Interior appointments include textured aluminum dash trim and a heater.

The wood-rimmed steering wheel frames a Smiths 160-mph speedometer and 6k-rpm tachometer, while auxiliary gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel level, and amperage are located in the center of the dashboard. The five-digit odometer was reset to zero during the restoration and now shows 41 miles. The oil pressure gauge needle jumps.

The 3.8-liter inline-six features triple SU carburetors and was factory rated at 265 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The engine was rebuilt by marque specialist Dick Maury, and work involved boring the cylinders to accept .020″ over pistons, reconditioning the connecting rods, and rebuilding the harmonic balancer and water pump. The flywheel was also resurfaced, and bronze valve guides were installed in the cylinder head.

Cylinder head stamping R9655-9 and a corresponding number is listed on the engine block as well as the Heritage Trust certificate.

Power is routed to the rear wheels through a fully-synchronized four-speed manual transmission that was reportedly sourced from a 1970 E-Type along with a limited-slip differential. The synchronizers, bearings, gaskets, and seals were replaced during the restoration along with the slave cylinder, pilot bushing, and clutch.

The Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate shows the original colors and drivetrain numbers as well as a build date of January 2, 1963.

Additional photos taken during various stages of the restoration along with a list of spare parts accompanying the vehicle.

Chassis number 888055 and the sequence is listed as the VIN on the title prepended by “J63.”

2026-04-08 15:29:43 | Capt RD writes:

Bid to USD $116,000 on 4/8/2026

BAT AUCTION RESERVE NOT MET

2026-04-09 14:49:13 | DOC writes:

Very poor mismatched paint...

VERY fair price!