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Buying 1967 E-type Roadster

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I have a chance to buy a 1967 series 1 E-type roadster. It is not all together, but engine has been rebuilt, along with
brakes and rear end. Car has no rust and has original top and interior. All parts have been sand blasted and painted. Car needs to have some body parts installed and body repainted. I'm a Healey guy and don't know much about Jags.
It was offered to me for under $20,000. Does this sound like a good deal?
 
It sounds fair, but I am baised to the '67. Expect at least another 15k investment.
 
Grab it! If it is even close to how you describe it. Unlike big Healeys , E-types are assembled in a somewhat logical manner and pieces are more prone to fit. Make sure Bubba (actually Hans) has not tried to change a clutch using a sawzall by looking close to the subframe assembly. Check below the battery tray for damage.
If you follow the natural progression in sports cars as I did , once you drive a properly sorted E-Type the Healey with become a static display IMHO.

Alan T
 
Way way over priced. Can you give me the name of the seller and telephone number?
 
First, I would argue that the 1967 Series I is the <font color="blue">single most desirable EType</font>, especially if it’s a roadster. I'm not just saying that because I have one, I'm saying that because it’s true. 1967 is the last year of the true series one (covered headlights and triple SU carbs), and in fact some later 67's are called a series 1 1/2. If the car you're looking at has glass covered headlights, then it’s a series 1. The 11/2 will not have glass covered headlights. 1968 began the series II. The 67 will have all the best features of the EType – glass covered headlights, triple SU carburetors, and most importantly, a fully synchromesh gearbox and the beefier 4.2 liter engine. ETypes prior to 65 had a non-synchromesh moss crash-box and a 3.8 liter engine. My Jaguar EType Restoration Guide states chassis number 1.E.15888 for the left-hand drive roadster as the beginning of the series 11/2, so if you chassis number is smaller than that, then it’s a true series 1 (mind you a 67 series 11/2 at that price would be a good deal as well) . My EType’s chassis number is 1.E.13333.

A price guide I have from 2004 lists prices as follows for a 65-67 4.2 series I roadster:
<ul type="square">
[*] Basket Case – $15-$18,000
[*] Sound Driver - $25 - $28,000
[*] Good Restoration - $40 - $55,000
[*] Top Quality Restoration - $75 - $110,000 (includes concourse)
[/list]
You car sounds like a cut above a basket case, despite being apart. The fact that the engine has been rebuilt (hopefully correctly), so <font color="blue">under $20,000 does not sound out of line</font> at all, especially if its complete and rust free (rust on an EType can be a very expensive proposition).

Basil
 
I agree with all that has been said.....if the body is truely rust-free and painted, and the mechanical systems gone through, it's a steal. If you don't go for it, you will probably be kicking yourself for ever afterwards.
 
Sounds promising. If you can put a pencil to what it needs and come up with a figure plan on tripling that number, that's reality.
Basil there's a healthy number of E-type owners who feel the 3.8 is the better engine. Not that that is critical as the car is the sum of it's parts and few cars equal the "E".
Bob
 
I had a chance at buying a '60 E about 20yrs ago, still kicking myself in the arse for not buying it.

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I restored a series 2 E Type a few years ago that came in boxes and had been stored in an air conditioned basement. The restoration was easy and it is now a concourse wining car. I acquired the car (roadster) for 15K and spent another 20k on it to complete the restoration. It is now probably worth an easy 50k. Sounds like you have a deal, go for it. Jack
 
Jack, I've had a similiar experience. I purchased a Series I FHC in boxes in 2001 and I was fortunate enough to have contacts so my investment is less than yours but the restored, award winning car is a blast to own, drive, and show. As an additional bunus it also looks as if the value of the FHCs is rising.
Bob
 
Yep Bob, /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/iagree.gif The 3.8 Engine is the best of the lot.--Keoke
 
Yes, I did buy the 1967 XKE. My brother started the original post as 67BJ8. Picking the car up Saturday. Got it for way less than 20,000.00. Many new parts and should clean up very nice. Wondering about cleaning out the gas tank and lines. Hope they are not gummed up!
 
Remove the tank and have it "boiled" at a radiator shop. And I think you can run alcohol through the lines to clean them up.
 
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Beter go back an check your dictionary Exotexs.-Keoke
 
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