2016-09-07 11:00:45 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 9/7/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-XKE-Roadster-/282164406544
Classified ad asking $84,995, seller streetsideclassiccars, 11k miles.

Sellers description:
Gaps look straight and correct, which helps the sunlight roll evenly off the professional application of the Cobalt-like blue. This is the product of having two careful owners since the late '70s, and staying under the same mechanic's care this whole period. The folding black roof adds some distinction to the front and rear riders, and the iconic wraparound chrome bumpers look so good we'd guess they're new. And of course, it wouldn't be a true sporting Jag without single-hub wire wheels.

The dark blue interior centers around buckets that are firm, supportive, and have the high-backed design for all-day comfort. You get the classic three-spoke sports steering wheel, and ahead of that are two large Smiths gauges for the speedo and tach. More E-Type charm comes from the center stack with an array of rocker switches, secondary gauges, and an upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo head unit mounted down low. And while the Series III convertibles are the ones known for providing the most interior space and comfort, there is one feature that truly lets you know this is an anytime roadster. The air conditioning is still blowing ice cold, which means you can take the top down on this one any time of year.

The 5.3-liter V12 was designed with Americans in mind, and its long legs and effortless torque make the E-Type an ideal long-distance cruiser. They're also surprisingly easy to maintain (a skilled hobbyist could tune those side-draft carburetors.) It's no problem for this big cat to maintain normal highway speeds, but jabbing the accelerator results in a massive rush of torque and the most spine-tingling exhaust note this side of a Ferrari. The three-speed automatic transmission is a Borg Warner model that has the robustness to handle all this power. But more than just a proper setup, this roadster has been properly maintained. Besides just the knowledge of it being under the same care nearly all its life, you can see the level of quality in the presentation of the engine bay and the condition of the undercarriage (including the newer stainless steel dual exhaust.) This is the kind of care that gives you confidence to enjoy the fully independent suspension and four-wheel disc brakes (yes, the rear ones are still inboard) to their fullest on your favorite road. To have a turnkey V12 roadster with the A/C keeping everything comfortable means you get the best of British luxury and performance all in one car.

2016-09-11 15:56:12 | pauls writes:

Car returns toe bay 9/11/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-XKE-Roadster-/282171122953
Classified ad asking $84,995, same seller.

2016-09-25 15:23:09 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 9/25/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-XKE-Roadster-/272389565233
Classified ad price $79,995, same seller.

2016-10-02 13:25:30 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 10/2/16
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-XKE-Roadster-/272398403259
Classified ad price $79,995, same seller.

2017-02-19 15:59:18 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 2/19/17
www.ebay.com/itm/1974-Jaguar-E-Type-/282366088976
Classified ad price $71,995, same seller.