1967 Jaguar XK-E Series I 4.2 Roadster 4-Speed
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1967
- Make: Jaguar
- Model: XK-E Roadster
- VIN: 1E15831
- Mileage Shown: 64,768mi (5-digit odometer)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Opalescent Silver Grey
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Jupiter, FL 33478
- Lot #: V-0035055-DT
Lauded as “the most beautiful car ever made” by Enzo Ferrari, the Jaguar E-Type was derived from the 24 Hours of Le Mans-winning D-Type race car. This 1967 Series I example comes finished in Opalescent Silver Grey over a Dark Blue interior and features a 4.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission along with a black convertible soft top and 15” wire wheels. The E-Type featured unitary construction, disc brakes, and an independent suspension. This roadster version is said to have undergone a rotisserie restoration including a fully repainted exterior, a reupholstered interior, and a rebuilt engine. Having spent its first four decades under the stewardship of one family between Texas and Georgia, this XK-E joined the seller's collection in 2012 and is now being offered for auction out of Florida.
This late-model Series I E-Type Roadster is said to have been refinished in its factory-specified shade of Opalescent Silver Grey as part of the restoration. Equipment includes a black convertible soft top, split chrome bumpers, glass headlight covers, dual exhaust outlets, and a set of 15” chrome wire wheels with two-eared knock-off spinners. A spare tire is included and the wheels are dressed in a set of 2012 Vredestein Sport Classic wheels measuring 185mm x 15". Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
Inside, the cabin is trimmed in Dark Blue leather with matching door panels and carpets. The seller reports the interior to have been reupholstered to the vehicle's factory specification during the restoration. Features include a three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel, a suite of Smiths instrumentation including a 160 MPH speedometer and 6k-RPM tachometer, roll-up windows, and toggle switches for various functions. The seller states that all gauges and accessories are working properly.
Power comes from a triple-carbureted 4.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine which drives the rear wheels by way of a 4-speed manual transmission. Standard features include an independent coil-spring rear suspension, power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, and a synchromesh gearbox. The larger of the two Series 1 engines offered, the 4.2-liter block was completely redesigned from Jaguar's 3.8-liter, made longer to accommodate 5mm (0.20") larger bores with a crankshaft modified to use newer bearings. This example is said to have undergone an engine restoration and the seller notes that both the engine and transmission numbers match the accompanying Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate.
This sale will include a toolkit, documentation, and a spare tire.
The seller would like you to know: “This is a Concours-level restored E-Type. A truly wonderful vehicle for someone who enjoys an all-original car that is as nice as it was when it rolled off the factory floor.”
Auction Results
- Sold for: $155,000
- Auction End: Oct 21, 2023 04:37:46PM UTC
- Number of Offers: 2
Comments (46)
Sold for $155,000
Offer in the amount of $155,000
Offer in the amount of $150,000
Bid in the amount of $125,000
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@Mycollectorcars I don't believe it was saved, but I am looking into it.
Bid in the amount of $80,000
Bid in the amount of $67,000
Was the original data plate saved as part of the records? I see the car and original configuration on : XKE data. Com. The original headlamps and data plate are shown .Please check
@sdlbuyer yes I've added a photo of the receipts. Around 100 receipts detailing the work done. I don't have any records from the previous owner. I do know the first owner passed away and the car went to his daughter and son-in-law before coming to Mr. Wilson's Collection.
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Bid in the amount of $65,000
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@WilsonCollection Do receipts from the restoration accompany the sale? Also, do you have any additional documentation from prior ownership that accompany the car?
Bid in the amount of $50,500
@FLCarNut originally open. Thank you
@jerry991 the data plate is a reproduction. It has been driven less then 50 miles since the restoration.
@Mycollectorcars It did roll off the factory floor as an open headlight. It is widely accepted that OTS cars started with open headlights in January of 1967 with a rare few after that were made with closed headlights. Mr. Wilson converted to close headlights out of preference.
Bid in the amount of $50,000
Thank you for undercarriage photos. Lovely car. wheels appear to series 2.
Bid in the amount of $47,500
@WilsonCollection: Did this XK-E originally have open headlamps, or closed cover headlamps as are shown in your photos? Thanks and GLWTA!
Based on the serial #, this is a Series 1.25. That would be open headlamp design. Can you clarify by posting photos of the back mounting of current closed style ? There is a substantial value difference in the two versions. Thank You.....Really like the colors of this car.
Is the data plate in photo 218 original to the car or a reproduction? How much has the car been driven since the restoration?
@jimcomer Thank you, yes it has the Jaguar inboard rear brakes, and disks all around. I believe the wheels are 5". Tires are Vredestein 185 VR15 91V all around.
@vintage89 I just added them. Thank you for saying something.
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Width/size wheels&tires?? Disks all around?? Inboard rear brakes? Thanks
Beautiful car.
Floor and underside photos please
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@Jemada The car was restored here at Mr. Wilson's Collection. The paint, upholstery, chrome, etc. was done by local shops.
Hello everyone. Thank you for your bidding so far. If anyone has any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
@Jemada I've added a photo with the body tag
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Bid in the amount of $35,000
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Can you tell me if body tag is present behind the license plate? Also who did the restoration?