This is a rare matching numbers 1964 Jaguar XKE Series One 3.8 Coupe Serial No. 888765, which has had only one owner for the past 60 years. It was sold at a Jaguar dealership in Montreal, Quebec in October 1963, traded in for a different model a few months later, and subsequently purchased by the present owner in the Spring of 1964. Odometer shows 86,019 miles. For most of the past 60 years, the owner kept up to date service and maintenance records with photos, including a detailed restoration log. Included are the original two owners' Bills of Sale, Jaguar Operating Maintenance and Service Handbook, Jaguar Workshop Repair Manual (binder) and various printed dealer issued information and maintenance guides.
In 2009, at 61,000 miles, the car underwent a restoration wherein the engine and transmission were removed and the exterior stripped to bare metal, repaired and refinished in urethane paint in the original Opalescent Golden Sand. At the same time, the original engine was rebuilt, a mechanical overhaul was performed on brakes, drive train, steering, electrical, fuel system, etc., replacing or upgrading components as needed. The headliner, sun visors, arm rest, and floor mats (with under felt) were replaced, however the remainder of the light tan interior trim, including the hardura, moquette and and leather seats remain original to the car. While showing typical wear and fading, the interior maintains the rich vintage patina that is undeniably so important to a collector. All chrome trim including bumpers are original to the car, some areas showing typical aging, and wear. Full details of all work performed and parts replaced, including photos, are available on request. Several sensible upgrades were done over the years, some of which included the following:
Bell stainless steel exhaust system;
Dayton six-inch wire wheels with 205/65/R15 Falken ZE950 tires;
Adjustable Aldan shocks;
Lightweight aluminum flywheel;
Pertronix electronic ignition;
Lucas PL700 headlamps;
Lucas fog lamps;
Upgraded steering rack mounts;
Vehicle information as per ID plate and the accompanying Heritage Trust Certificate #74629 confirms the following production numbers:
Chassis no.888765 Gearbox no. EB10486JS
Engine no. RA2301-9 Body no. V5893
The car has seen little use over the past two years, however starts up and drives straight and smooth with good engine compression and oil pressure.
Acting as agent on behalf of the owner's estate and very familiar with the car, I am happy to provide more details.
Asking $120k or best offer. Please call or email me for more information or to arrange a viewing. Weekdays 9am-4pm. 613-836-7436. EMAIL: vintagejags@gmail.com
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