2006-12-17 21:32:32 | Lofty writes:

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On eBay, December 2006. Ad reads:

"An absolutely exceptional example of this 1964 Jaguar Mark X 3.8 sedan with it's original engine (rebuilt and detailed as original in 1964, original and rebuilt automatic transmission, after-market air conditioning equipment (not working), working heater, power brakes, new wheels and tires, new exhaust system and rebuilt front and rear suspension, complete and restored leather interior in 'Light Grey' leather with matching light grey headliner with matching light grey carpet and kick panel carpet, original and completely restored burled walnut wood interior, complete new seals (door, window, trunk etc) and all new chrome including chrome dual exhausts, front and rear bumpers, front grille, 2 small front grilles, fender guards, inner handles and lights, tail lights, rear view mirror and all door handles. No signs of any accident history and absolutely no rust whatsoever and lovingly restored with no expense spared - over $50K spent over five years in ground up restoration project with receipts and photos of process available. This car must be seen to be believed and driven to be fully appreciated - the rebuilt engine (by the renown 'Angelo's Jaguar Service' of Hollywood, California) is extremely strong and responsive with excellent oil pressure and no oil leaks and which sounds absolutely magnificent, the rebuilt transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the engine temperature always remains cool. The car has been repainted in a 'Silver clearcoat' color with a professional and stunning finish. The restored leather and burled walnut wood interior is also absolutely gorgeous with all the options working except for the A/C which will need to be professionally connected before working. The Mark X was marketed by Jaguar as "Luxury rarely equaled, performance without peer. New monocoque construction and independent rear suspension afford a ride that is nothing short of phenomenal. Appointments are of the finest and typically Jaguar quality. Seats are of the finest glove leather, with those in front reclining. Cabinet work is hand crafted walnut, mated and matched. Walnut tables, each with a vanity mirror, fold rearward from the front seat-backs. Standard equipment includes power steering, two independent brake systems (power assisted), dual fuel pumps and lockable fuel tanks, automatic transmission with intermediate gear-holding for passing!" The Mark X offered the driver pure Jaguar luxury and performance at a reasonable price, reasonable that is, when compared to a Rolls Royce which offered slightly more luxury but less performance at a higher price! Jaguar introduced the Mark X in October 1961 at the London Motor Show. Here was a sleek modern sedan to replace the Mark IX with a monoque body that was longer and lower than it's predecessors, but built on the same wheelbase. The Mark X used the same 265 horsepower 3.8 litre XK engine and independent rear suspension of the E type to record some impressive statistics for a big car - 0-60 mph in under 11 seconds and a top speed of 115 mph! With only very few miles since it's restoration, this must be one of the finest example's available of this collectable and most desireable 1964 Mark X legendary Jaguar sedan, with no rust whatsoever, in rare turn-key ready driving condition of this daily appreciating and daily head-turning all time classic English pure-luxury sedan with it's original engine and restored with it's original specifications intact! Original fender tag reads: Car# 306622BW, Body# Z010895, Engine# ZB2070-8, Auto Trans#: JX9284. For further information contact Simon through EBay. Please note: TERMS OF SALE: YOU BID TO OWN: All bids are legal and binding contracts to purchase the vehicle and by bidding you are hereby entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle and agreeing to accept and abide by these terms of sale: Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Santa Monica mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the “Buy it now” option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Non-paying winning bidders will be reported to Ebay and appropriate feedback will be left. No exceptions. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment by bank wire transfer, cash or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashier's check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. No allowance will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle before bidding and to bid based upon that judgement solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs whatsoever regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle. Good luck and thanks for your interest!"

2006-12-17 21:39:02 | Anonymous writes:

This is a nice looking car, but the serial number decodes to a RHD car and this is very clearly a LHD example. Anyone out there have any insight?

2007-01-16 10:09:39 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 1/16/07
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-3-8-SEDAN-1964-GROUND-UP-RESTORATION-RUST-FREE-OV ...
Current bid $9,999.99 reserve not met, 7 bids, 3 days left in auction.

Previous auction ended at $9,999.99 after 18 bids.

2007-04-30 08:52:40 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 4/30/07
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-MARK-X-3-8-SEDAN-1964-GROUND-UP-RESTORATION-RUST- ...
Current bid $4,494 reserve not met, 2 bids, 6 days left in auction. Buy it now price $29,500.

Previous auction ended at $10,199.99 reserve not met after 9 bids.

2007-05-09 07:33:50 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 5/9/07
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-MARK-X-3-8-SEDAN-1964-GROUND-UP-RESTORATION-RUST- ...
Current bid $9,101 reserve not met, 7 bids, 5 days left in auction. Buy it now price $26,500.

Previous auction ended at $12,655 reserve not met after 9 bids.

2007-09-25 08:08:35 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 9/25/07
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-MARK-X-3-8-SEDAN-1964-GROUND-UP-RESTORATION-OVER- ...
Current bid $9,100 reserve not met, 7 bids, 5 days left in auction. Buy it now price $24,500.

Previous auction ended at $13,301 reserve not met after 14 bids.

2008-03-08 08:25:52 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 3/8/08
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jaguar-MARK-X-3-8-SEDAN-1964-RECENT-RESTORATION-WITH-REC ...
Opening bid $2,225 reserve not met, 4 bids, 6 days left in auction.