2026-07-15 09:54:34 | pauls writes:

The above link goes to a completed auction in June 2024. Total sale price $51,895. Description from that auction:

Seller Craig Zimmerman

Chassis/VIN 1E78034

Mileage indicated 58,775 Miles

Location Marine City, Michigan

Engine4.2-liter “XK” Straight-Six

Transmission Manual

Body Style Coupe

Numbers matching 4.2-liter “XK” straight-six engine generating 245 horsepower 

Four-speed manual transmission 

One of fewer than 2,000 E-Type 1½ 4.2-Litre 2+2 Coupes built 

Originally finished in Opalescent Silver Blue over a Dark Blue leather interior 

Currently finished in period-correct Dark Blue over a light gray and dark blue piped leather interior with matching center console, door panels, and rear compartment 

15-inch knock-off wire wheels with 185VR15 Vredestein Sprint Classic tires 

The 2+2 has a 9-inch longer wheelbase (105 inches total) than the coupe and a “fully upholstered rear seat for children,” according to the Jaguar brochure 

The rear seat folds down to offer additional space in the rear (52.5-inch length) 

Mechanical work done in 2016-18 included: 

New hydraulic lines 

New brakes, rotors, and braided SS lines 

Rebuilt Master cylinder 

SS wheel cylinders 

New brake booster and vacuum lines 

Rod Davis radiator with high output fans 

New water pump and hoses 

New high torque starter 

New alternator 

New suspension parts: Shocks, ball joints, tie rods, and bushings 

Rebuilt carburetors 

New fuel pump 

New gas lines 

New gas tank 

Cosmetic restoration in 2019 included: 

Bare-metal repaint in correct 68 Dark Blue 

All chrome redone 

New correct wool headliner 

New interior 

New rubber gaskets 

Current owner has had regular oil changes done since he purchased the car in 2022 

Offered with 58,775 miles; the Arizona title notes the mileage as actual, however the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

Left-hand drive 

Uncovered headlamps with chrome trim 

Vented hood 

Dual Stromberg carburetors 

Dual fan radiator 

Chrome bumperettes in front, full bumper in rear 

Pop-out rear side windows 

Driver’s side mirror 

Wood-rimmed, three-spoke steering wheel with Jaguar center emblem (horn) 

Smiths speedometer (160 mph maximum) and RPM (5,500 rpm redline) gauges directly in front of driver 

Additional Smiths gauges in the center of the dash include amperage, oil pressure, clock, water temp, and fuel 

Operational buttons below the center gauges include Hazard, Map (light), Interior (light), Panel (light) with dim/bright, Headlight/Side, Wiper, Washer, Fan, and Rear Window (defrost) 

Push-button radio 

Seat belts 

Roll-up windows 

Locking glovebox with key 

Cigar/cigarette lighter and ash tray 

Rubber Jaguar mats up front 

Carpet mats in rear 

Dual exhaust 

Side-opening rear hatch 

Wrap-around taillights 

Known Imperfections 

Some paint peeling and light corrosion on underside 

Light scraping on both door jams 

Some scrapes in vinyl on driver’s seat 

Included 

Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate 

Operating, Maintenance, and Service Handbook 

Dealer brochure 

Maintenance records with long list of new parts 

Motor for radiator and plus hardware 

Additional seatbelts 

Fuse box and terminals 

Wiring diagrams 

Replacement glass for side windows 

Ownership History 

This 1968 Jaguar E-Type Series 1½ 4.2-Litre 2+2 Fixed Head Coupe was manufactured 7 February 1968 and delivered to its original owner 21 February 1968 in Opalescent Silver Blue over a Dark Blue leather interior. It was restored to its current state in 2016-19 and today is offered by its owner of two years. 

2026-07-15 10:00:42 | Valerie writes:

Update.. the Hagerty auction is over.. missed that... but the photos are great.. invoices, etc. Saw it on FB for sale again.

2026-07-15 11:59:22 | Valerie writes:

Currently on Hagerty for sale:
www.hagerty.com/marketplace/auction/1968-jaguar-e-type/e670948f-ed5a-4504-8baf-8 ...