2005-01-12 13:14:10 | pauls writes:

This car is discussed at:
www.southfloridajaguarclub.org/album/dheim.htm

Text of that site:
This is the story of Geoffrey Jaguar. Geoffrey is a ‘62 3.8 liter Series I E-type OTS with a flat floor and welded louvers on his Bonnet. He was born on October 30, 1961 the 952nd LHD OTS and was shipped to Jaguar Cars New York. Dr. G. L. Jones of Wanamaker, Indiana purchased Geoffrey in 1962. According to Geoffrey's birth certificate from the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust his original colors were exterior Cream, interior light Blue and a Black hood. I have no information on Geoffrey whereabouts from 1962 until January 31, 1992. Mr. Thomas Smith purchased Geoffrey from The Motorcar Company of Nashville, Tenn.

A complete body off frame restoration was performed by Olson's Old Car Service of Nashville, Tenn. The original mileage on January 31, 1992 was 57,010 miles. After restoration, Geoffrey was Carmine red with Biscuit interior and a Tan top. The restoration was completed in 1994. In 1996, I decided that I would try to find an E type to purchase as a driver. As I really wasn't very knowledgeable about Jaguars, I decided to do some research. After reading several books and talking to knowledgeable people, I decided that I would like to find an early Series I. My color preference was a red OTS. I spent about six months looking and pricing cars locally in south Florida. I was very confused about how to determine the value of a particular car as the prices varied from $20K to $60k. I decided to call my bank to determine how they established a loan value. It was very simple you have them appraised. The other thing I learned was that it was less expensive to purchase a restored car than to have one restored. A quality restoration can easily run from $45K to $65K.

Since I am not an expert on classic cars, I contacted Robert DeMars Ltd of Palm Beach to assist me in finding a car that meets my requirements. He went to the Kruse Auburn 97 auction on August 29, 1997 and found Geoffrey. He inspected the car and found it to be in excellent condition. We decided to bid on Geoffrey the next day. I watched the auction over the Internet and talked to Robert over his cell phone as the bidding progressed. I feel very lucky that I was able to purchase Geoffrey that day August 30,1997. Geoffrey was shipped by closed van and arrived in Boca Raton on September 10,1997 Geoffrey was more than I expected and I feel privileged and lucky to own him.

He has participated in a number of show and has done very well. Saks Fifth Ave used Geoffrey in there 1998 Father's Day catalog and we appeared in the TV show Car Crazy an independent film production in an eight minute segment called EYE CANDY.

2014-08-01 09:40:36 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 8/14
www.russoandsteele.com/collector-car/1962-Jaguar-XKE/89211

Auction description:
Monterey 2014
Consignment # 9055
VIN: 875952

Vehicle to be offered for Auction sale August 16th - 19th, 2014 at Russo and Steele's 14th Annual Monterey California Auction.

Simply put, no proper sports-car collection can be considered truly complete without a Jaguar XKE, alternatively known as the E-Type. Rotisserie-restored to perfection, this highly desirable and valuable early 'Series I' 1962 Jaguar E-Type Roadster is a matching numbers, early "flat floor" example with welded louvers and of course, beautifully covered headlamps.

2015-07-22 01:23:11 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 8/15

www.bonhams.com/auctions/22792/lot/31/

Auction description:

Lot 31

Beautifully restored

1961 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES 1 3.8 ROADSTER

US$ 200,000 - 240,000

€180,000 - 220,000

To be sold without reserve

Auction 22792:

Quail Lodge Auction

14 Aug 2015 11:00 PDT

According to the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate issued for this stunning Series 1 E-Type, the car was delivered new to the U.S. market, being supplied through Jaguar Cars New York, to first owner Dr. G. L. Jones of Wanamaker, Indiana. The new Jaguar was completed at the Browns Lane Jaguar Factory on October 30th, 1961, configured as a left hand drive Roadster; was finished in a Cream-colored exterior over light blue upholstery, and fitted with a black soft top.

It is unclear for how long the car remained with its first owner, but is known to have been in Florida by the 1990s. At this time, a comprehensive restoration was performed totaling over $100,000. The exterior color was changed to the classic Carmen Red, a correct color for a 1961 E-Type, and a Biscuit interior was installed. The Red E-Type was subsequently shown at Southern Florida JCNA events, where it achieved Champion Level, with scores in the high-99 point range. This stunning E-Type Roadster is known to have been used in the 1998 Saks Fifth Avenue Fathers Day promotional sale catalog, and later in an episode of the TV program Car Crazy.

Recently serviced, this smart Jaguar is equipped with a period correct radio, and fitted with redline tires wrapped on the smart chrome wire wheels. The E-Type is extremely clean wherever you look, and it's evident that professionals performed the restoration. Accompanied by its Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust issued certificate and a comprehensive history file, this first production-year E-Type features the smart aluminum covered center console and pointy seats.

Still intact with its matching numbers original engine, this fine Roadster should prove to be an enjoyable entry to rallies such as the Copperstate 1000. These elegant first series examples of the legendary Jaguar E-Type are the purest of the model range, and will always retain the extra cache of being the most collectible of this timeless model.

Please note that this vehicle is titled as a 1962.

2015-07-27 12:47:36 | Anonymous writes:

Car did not sell at Russo & Steele auction due to the exhaust being severely damaged unloading from trailer before auction.