The 2+2 Jagaur E-Type, especially one saddled with an automatic transmission, is perhaps one of the least desirable E-Types made. But selling at no reserve makes it a bit more appealing, such as the case with this 1969 model that’s listed on eBay with some rust issues and believed to be “all original” with under 40,000 miles. It could be a ticket into E-Type ownership on the cheap, provided you’re handy with a welder. Find the Jaguar here on eBay with bidding up to $5,400 and located in California.
The seller notes that the passenger side door skin will need replacing, but I dig the weathered appearance on the rear hatch and roof. I can’t say I’ve ever seen an E-Type sporting the rat rod look, so this could be a first. Bumpers and glass look presentable, as do factory lenses. White wall tires aren’t my favorite look but they’re at least holding air; the seller provides little in the way of info about mechanical health, including whether the 4.2L mill still spins freely.
The interior looks better than expected, although the automatic is a bummer. Much like the later Porsche 928, these were seen as better suited to grand touring duties in 2+2 form, so it’s not surprising to see the slushbox. The seller notes additional rust issues to be mindful of, including “…rust repair in rockers, floors and lower front bonnet,” so consider your appetite for bodywork before considering this one a bargain at no reserve. Still, a sale price of less than $10K would leave some room for not losing your shirt – potentially.
That low of a sale price is unlikely, however, especially if the engine and transmission are numbers matching. Despite the rust issues, the Jaguar presents as largely complete with no obvious alterations from stock. If you can tolerate the automatic and rear seats, this is far from the worst starting point we’ve seen in an E-Type project. Of course, the price would have to be low enough to justify going for one of these versus an equally ratty Series 1 coupe with a stick – certainly a more valuable car, but a better investment as well.
But Boss (wife) you can drive it too, it’s a Automatic
Nice try Bob. That would indeed be a hard sell!
Obviously: Series 2, 2+2, auto trans and two Strombergs… who can do worse?
But it still is an E
Perfect candidate to re-create this masterpiece!
It may need inner sills. You really need to see it in person.
If I ever own a Jag, it would not be a rusty one. Leave this to the old Brit in the leather apron and an English wheel in his shop out back.
I figured I would add in the Harold & Maude comments, but someone beat me to it. Would LOVE to own this, but too many projects and this ‘uns a Big ONE. Still,, cool though and considering how rough it is, and the lack of love by the collectors for a 2+2 it WOULD be interesting to consider a mild custom.
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BUT! To the rescue! I HAVE the manual trans needed! Its a 4 speed manual with the overdrive. It belongs to a friend who had a Jag 420 and thought the 420 and E types parts interchanged but they dont (Mostly) and he had the Manual tranny and all the parts in the trunk to convert the auto in the 420 as well, But sold the car and I have the trans, flywheel and bits sitting here. Going up on ebay soon, But this is what the buyer of this car needs. If someone here on BF buys this, feel free to contact me if interested in the trans and parts.