BF Auction: 1967 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

• Seller: Gene B ellegarde (Contact)
• Location: San Diego, California
• Mileage: 33,486 Shown
• Chassis #: 1E15071
• Title Status: Clean
• Engine: None
• Transmission: None

Few project cars generate excitement quite like a Jaguar E-Type, and this 1967 Jaguar XK-E Roadster Series 1.5 looks like the sort of long-stalled restoration that could tempt an ambitious British car enthusiast. Located in San Diego, California, this unfinished project has already had significant work done and comes with a substantial collection of parts gathered over decades, and is now being offered here as a Barn Finds Auction!

Jaguar’s Series 1.5 cars occupy an interesting place in E-Type history, serving as interim models built during the transition brought on by changing U.S. safety regulations. As the seller notes, this one is essentially a Series 1 with uncovered headlamps, and it originally would have been powered by a 4.2-liter inline-six backed by a fully synchronized manual transmission. Unfortunately, neither the engine nor the transmission is included here, so the next owner will need to source a drivetrain before this roadster returns to the road. While we aren’t typically fans of engine swaps, but a small block V8 would fit and could be a fun option.

That said, this Jaguar appears to come with a lot more than just a bare shell. The seller says the car was purchased in 1990 (they provided us with the bill of sale from 1990), and over the years, nearly every item needed to restore it was purchased, collected, and stored indoors. Included with the sale are a full interior kit, seals and rubbers, the original flip-switch dash components, and even a second full dash from a 1967 4.2 sedan. The car also comes with both the folding soft top and a fiberglass “works” cap. The seller has provided a massive number of photos to show the wide assortment of loose parts, interior pieces, trim, brake components, and body-related items.

The seller states that the car had rust in the floors and sills at some point, and those sections were repaired using Martin Robey panels. However, the outer sills and transmission panels were not installed and are included separately. As you can see in the photos, there’s still a lot of work to do before the car can be assembled, but having the major rust repairs already done is a huge plus.

A few upgrades were acquired along the way as well, including Wilwood rear calipers and rotors, an adjustable front torsion-bar crossmember, an aluminum radiator with an integral fan, and a new-old-stock rack-and-pinion steering assembly. Those extras could help offset some restoration costs, although any bidder will still want to study the photos carefully and confirm exactly what is included before placing a bid.

Paperwork is always important on a project of this scale. The seller states that the Jaguar comes with an Owner’s Certificate of Registration from Georgia, which will allow you to get a title in any State, along with a notarized bill of sale from when they purchased it. As always, prospective bidders should make sure they are comfortable with the documentation and registration requirements in their own state before moving forward.

For someone who has always wanted an E-Type Roadster but doesn’t mind taking on a restoration, this 1967 Jaguar could represent an intriguing opportunity. It is missing its drivetrain and still needs major work, but the included parts inventory and indoor storage history may make it more attractive than a stripped shell with nothing to go with it. If you’ve been looking for a classic Jaguar project, this one may deserve a closer look!

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