1974 Jaguar E-Type

E-Type Convertible

Manual

UE1S24420

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Gasoline

1974 Jaguar XKE V12 Record Low Miles 1,964 Stunning! 1974 Jaguar XKE Series III Roadster V12 The Jaguar XKE (or E Type) was launched in March 1961, and it dramatically changed the way the world thought about Sports Cars. Often considered one of the worlds most desirable cars, the XKE is the only car in the world to adorn the Museum of Modern Art as the finest designed sports car of all time. Famous for its unique beauty, during its release Enzo Ferrari called it, The most beautiful car ever made. However it is not just its good looks that make the Jaguar XKE one of the quintessential sports cars of the 1960s. It has become an everlasting icon by being one of the first production cars to do 150mph off the show room floor. It was a direct descendant of a long line of racing Jaguars that dominated circuits in the 1950s, and that heritage was finally in the hands of the people. This particular XKE has been in the hands of One Private collector since new. It is thought to be one of the lowest mileage E-Types in existence, with only 1,964 documented miles. The only lower mileage unit were aware of is the very last XKE Series 3 produced; a convertible that rolled down the Browns Lane assembly line and straight into the factory museum. Since you may not be able to get your hands on that one, here is a very rare opportunity to own a XKE that is still as captivating, exciting, and sexy as it was in 1974. The Improved Series 3 The Series 3 XKE featured several unique design changes, most notably was the addition of a new 5.3 L Jaguar V12 engine. As noted by Road & Track, "The V-12 is a lovely piece of machinery, lovely to listen to and lovely to behold. The idle is smooth and quiet and the smoothness lingers throughout the rpm range...With the top down one becomes more aware of the nature of the beast lurking beneath that long bulging hood. Mechanical noise slips over and around the windshield and combines with the exhaust note to surround the occupants with sweet and sensuous sounds." Among the alterations was a larger radiator inlet screened by formal grillwork and an additional inlet was added below, these allowed for a larger radiator offering 40-percent greater cooling capacity. While modifying the framework, Jaguar also re-engineered the front suspension, introducing anti-dive geometry to resist forward pitching under hard braking. Track dimensions were wider, the former 50-inch width at each end going up to 54.6 front, 53 rear. Some of that increase was due to the specification of wider, low-profile tires and the addition of subtle wheel arches to clear wider tires. Wheel travel was increased for a softer ride. Spring rates were revised upward, front brakes were given ventilated discs, and the rear discs were cooled by new air scoops. Power rack-and-pinion steering was standardized, and the redesigned rubber mounts reduced the rack's former tendency to move sideways, thus cutting play in the steering. Rubber appeared in torsion-bar and sway-bar mounts for the first time, again to soften the ride. Gas-charged shock absorbers, then in their infancy, were adopted to keep damping consistent as heat built up in the fluid with heavy use. These and numerous other detail changes all added up to a car that really was much newer than it looked. To accommodate taller members of the driving population, Jaguar dropped the original 96-inch-wheel-base coupe and adapted the convertible bodyshell to the 105-inch span of the closed 2+2, this made for easier entry or exit and more useful reclining seats. Also more useful, thanks to the V-12's greater torque, was the optional Borg-Warner three-speed automatic transmission. The well-liked all-synchro manual four-speed remained standard, and was untouched save a larger clutch. Inside was a noticeable lowering of the floor to improve foot room. This was partly dictated by a transmission tunnel made wider and stronger so as to force the engine safely down and away from occupants in case of a collision. Jaguar also managed to alter the steering system to reduce the turning circle. It went from the very wide 42 feet of the 2+2 chassis to a much more manageable 36. Another body change was to the underside at the rear, where a lower line housed a larger gas tank bringing fuel capacity from 17 U.S. gallons to almost 22. History of this Series 3 No doubt this record low mileage will raise certain skepticism, a sampling of the records offered by the original owner include registration information and the occasional service, though many other records are included, not all reflect the mileage: 2/3/95 Service Mileage: 1050 2/23/95 Appraisal Mileage: 1052 6/14/95 Rebuild Carbs Mileage: 1058 6/15/95 SMOG Mileage: 1068 10/27/95 Registration Mileage: 1099 10/23/96 SMOG Mileage: 1252 10/24/96 Repair Leaks Mileage: 1253 9/14/99 Install Starter Mileage: 1407 11/01/00 SMOG Mileage: 1544 11/5/01 SMOG Mileage: 1680 03/02/09 SMOG Mileage: 1690 This stunning Jaguar XKE has recently been serviced and then driven a final 100 miles; the vehicle started immediately, drove smoothly, steered effortlessly, and stopped instantly, exactly as one would expect of such a fine low mileage example. Upon close inspection, there are two small tears in the top (see picture) and there is a very small crease in the driver's door (not visible in photos). Come To Vegas! This 1974 Jaguar XKE has always proved to be very dependable, and though I can not offer a guarantee, I will mention that I would not hesitate to drive it anywhere. If you feel the same, Im happy to provide pickup from the Las Vegas Airport. If you prefer to arrange your new vehicle to be shipped, eBay recommends Dependable Auto Shippers (DAS). Give them a call today at 800.826.1083 for a free quote. Depot to depot shipping may be less expensive than door to door, so I am happy to drop off at any local pickup point in the greater Las Vegas area to save you additional destination charges. This vehicle is currently located in Las Vegas NV, and will be sold in AS IS condition. This vehicle is privately held, so there are no dealer fees or taxes required upon purchase. The vehicle is being sold in Las Vegas NV with a clear title. I have tried to describe this vehicle as accurately as possible and provide many detailed pictures to convey the true condition of this 1974 Jaguar XKE. Nevertheless, this car remains a 36 year old vehicle, so please email questions or concerns in advance of bidding. Terms of Sale This vehicle is being sold as is, where is, and there are no warranties expressed or implied herein. Any bid on this vehicle will be considered a binding acceptance of the terms of sale, specifically including a non-refundable deposit of $750.00 due with in 48 hours of sale (preferably via Pay Pal), and the remaining balance due with in 7 days after close of auction. Failure to comply with these terms will forfeit your purchase to the next highest bidder and your non-refundable deposit will be donated to a local charity. If you need more than 10 days to collect your purchase, we can also arrange storage for the vehicle for $45 a week. Thank you for your interest!