The 1971 Jaguar E-Type listed in a Barnfinds Classified would be a 4.2-liter example if, in fact, it had an engine. The previous owner of this car down in Lutz, Florida used it as a parts car, and “what you see is all that is there now.” The owner appears negotiable.

The valiant old Jag has certainly been picked clean, though it could yield some good wire wheels, glass, a few under-hood parts, a steering wheel, the rear bumper and back hatch, and some suspension bits. Oddly, the tires look good. The car is so comprehensively rusted that few body parts are savable. Who said Florida cars escape the tin worm? Salt air can be a curse.

The owner recounts that the car, which also has given up its transmission, “does roll easily when pushed, but the steering wheel is locked and there is no key.” But not to worry, because the steering rack is barely attached to the wheels.” The hood, well, it’s just sitting in place.

Cars worse than this have been restored. A crashed and rusted Ferrari Mondial brought big money during Monterey Car Week, but with its race history you can be assured it will eventually be pristine again. Definitely worse than this Jaguar.

The car offered is a Series Two, distinguishable by the removal of its headlight covers (which ran afoul of American safety rules). The 4.2-liter engine was a plus. And Series Two cars also got a wrap-around rear bumper (the nicest remaining feature of this car), bigger turn signals and relocated taillights. The grille was also enlarged (not doing it any favors) and a pair of electric fans meant less overheating.

There were 4,855 coupes built, 8,628 roadsters and 5,326 2+2s. So it’s a relatively rare car. The average sale price for a 1971 Jaguar E-Type is $62,063, says Classic.com. Restored, they’re very nice to drive. And used parts are expensive, so maybe this gently used example has some of what you need.