2014-07-14 17:25:59 | Lofty writes:

7/14/14 On sale on Ebait 42k so far Doe;s not have orig Eng, looks like Bonnet changed as well could not see welded louver bonnet. wrong air cleaner plenum for early car.

2014-07-15 06:50:11 | pauls writes:

Ebay URL
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-E-Type-XKE-Convertible-1962-Jaguar-XKE-E-Type-Series-1-f ...
Current bid $44,800 reserve not met 25 bids 5 days left in auction. 98k miles.

Sellers description:
1962 Jaguar Series 1 E-Type ''flat floor''
A true California car RUST FREE. All factory sheet metal, no cut out or replacement panels, engine is date correct, but it is not matching numbered.
Car is in great running condition with 98k original miles. Drives really nice and smooth, with no shakes, rattles or vibrations. Shifts smoothly throughout all gears.

Vehicle Exterior:
Car does have some flaws, (some bumps and bruises) no major body damage.
was repainted its original color "RED" over 20 yrs ago.
No cracks or damage to windshield or side windows.
But all in all, still an eye catcher and head turner!

Vehicle Intrior:
No rips or tears in seats and dash, the rug is in great condition (could use a shampoo) does not have the original radio, no a/c, instrument panel no visible damage, all gages work fine. Doors weather striping needs to be replaced. As far as we know the whole interior is all original.

2014-12-21 05:28:05 | James writes:

Sadly, I have had to sell the car, as bringing it to concours level was a bigger project than anticipated. As a bonus, however, I located the original engine, which made the process of selling the car even more of a personal tragedy.
The good news, at least, is that the car has returned to its UK home.
My loss is, of course, another person's gain.

2017-06-15 16:20:19 | John writes:

After a two year restoration by XK engineering this fabulous flat floor is now ready.
This car is now perfect and I'm so proud of what has been achieved from what was a nice driver to something that is a thing of beauty.
A big thank you to the experts and true craftsmen at XK engineering.

2017-07-14 11:32:24 | Daniel writes:

For sale at auction 07/26/2017 :
www.handh.co.uk/buy/1961-jaguar-e-type-38-flat-floor-roadster/14133

2017-09-17 04:46:33 | pauls writes:

Description from above auction:
Lot No 65
Make Jaguar
Model E-Type 3.8 'Flat Floor' Roadster
Year 1961
Vehicle Registration 533 UYW
Chassis Number 876192
Engine Number R2663-9
CC 3781
Body Colour Red
Trim Colour Black
MOT Expiry June 2018
Estimate £180000 - 220000*

- Highly desirable 'flat floor' model with matching chassis and engine numbers (1 of just 1,582 made)
- The subject of much recent restoration work by renowned marque specialist XK Engineering
- Among the finest examples we have encountered

According to its accompanying Jaguar Heritage Production Record Trace Certificate, this particular example - chassis 876192 - was built on 23rd November 1961 and despatched to Jaguar Cars' New York distribution hub eight days later. Originally finished in Carmen Red with Black leather and a Black hood, it was supplied new by Falvey Motors of Ferndale, Michigan to W.H. Mansfield. Migrating to the more car-friendly climate of California thereafter, the E-Type was repatriated by the vendor during late 2014 on the understanding that it was 'rust free' and comprised 'all factory sheetmetal, no cut out or replacement panels'. Said to be a 'nice driver' at the time, the two-seater was nonetheless entrusted to renowned marque specialist XK Engineering of Coventry with instructions that they restore the 'Flat Floor' Roadster to its former glory.

Stripped back to bare metal and re-profiled as necessary, the bodywork was then painstakingly resprayed in its original Carmen Red hue. The interior was retrimmed in Black and thus adhered to factory specification too. Attention was paid to the wiring, fuel system, exhaust, brakes, steering and suspension with numerous components being repainted as well as refurbished. The brightwork was renewed or re-plated and a brand new Black hood installed. Considerable time and effort was spent on ensuring that the opening panels (bonnet, boot, doors) fitted properly and sat well within their apertures. Rubber seals were replaced throughout and the wire wheels shod with fresh Avon tyres. In keeping with XK Engineering's ethos, the wood-rim steering wheel was refurbished rather than replaced because it was deemed to be the one with which the car had left Browns Lane!

Pleasingly retaining its original 'matching numbers' 3.8 litre straight-six engine, the E-Type was upgraded whilst Stateside with one of Jaguar's more user-friendly four-speed all-synchromesh gearboxes. Not long emerged from XK Engineering's workshops, chassis 876192 is worthy of close inspection and a testament to their craftsmanship.

2026-09-30 14:53:49 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 10/26

cars.bonhams.com/auction/32045/lot/136/1961-jaguar-e-type-series-1-flat-floor-38 ...

1961 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 'Flat Floor' 3.8-Litre Roadster Chassis no. 876192 Engine no. R2663-9

Estimate: €130,000 - €150,000US$150,000 - US$170,000

1961 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 'Flat Floor' 3.8-Litre Roadster

Chassis no. 876192

Engine no. R2663-9

• One of only 1,582 'flat floor' cars made

• Delivered new to the USA

• Left-hand drive

• Matching chassis and engine numbers

• Restored by renowned marque specialists XK Engineering

• Getrag five-speed gearbox

"Here we have one of the quietest and most flexible cars on the market, capable of whispering along in top gear at 10mph or leaping into its 150mph stride on the brief depression of a pedal. A practical touring car, this, with its wide doors and capacious luggage space, yet it has a sheer beauty of line which easily beats the Italians at their own particular game."

According to its accompanying Jaguar Heritage Production Record Trace Certificate, this particular example - chassis number '876192' - was built on 23rd November 1961 and despatched to Jaguar Cars' New York distributor eight days later. Originally finished in Carmen Red with black leather and matching hood (the same as today), it was supplied new by Falvey Motors of Ferndale, Michigan to a W H Mansfield. Relocated to the more car-friendly Californian climate thereafter, the E-Type was repatriated to the UK by the immediately preceding owner during late 2014 on the understanding that it was 'rust free' and retained 'all factory sheet metal, no cut out or replacement panels'. Said to be a 'nice driver' at the time, the E-Type was nevertheless entrusted to renowned marque specialist XK Engineering of Coventry with instructions that they restore the car to its former glory.

Stripped back to bare metal and re-profiled as necessary, the bodywork was then painstakingly re-sprayed in its original Carmen Red, while the interior was re-trimmed in black, likewise to factory specification. The wiring, fuel system, exhaust, brakes, steering, and suspension all received attention, with numerous components being refurbished and repainted. The brightwork was renewed or re-plated, and a brand new black hood installed. Considerable time and effort was spent on ensuring that the opening panels (bonnet, boot, doors) fitted properly and sat well within their apertures. Rubber seals were replaced throughout and the wire wheels shod with fresh Avon tyres. In keeping with XK Engineering's ethos, the wood-rim steering wheel was refurbished rather than replaced because it was deemed to be the one with which the car had left Brown's Lane. Crucially retaining its original 'matching numbers' engine, this E-Type has been upgraded with one of Getrag's five-speed manual gearboxes.

Our vendor purchased the E-Type from Bonhams' sale at the Goodwood Revival Meeting in September 2018 (Lot 276). Since then, the car has seen little use while being properly maintained and stored in a heated garage. The E-Type is currently registered in the Netherlands and has Dutch registration papers. A testament to XK Engineering's peerless craftsmanship, it remains worthy of the closest inspection.