1973 Jaguar Xke 2+2 ... 4-speed ... A/c ... V12 ........ Very Nice on 2040-cars

Once in a blue moon something truly outstanding comes along ... this is that 'something'.

If one word could describe this 1973 Jaguar XKE 2+2 it would be 'stunning'.

This is no feral cat.  The most luxurious of the XKE range, the 2+2 was built for comfort.
Cold A/C, V12, leather, etc.  All the creature comforts - and, room for 4.

Add to that, superior condition and the best color combination available - 'British Racing Green' with 'Biscuit' leather interior - and you've got an investment quality classic car you can be very proud of for years and years.  

Price trends for all XKEs have been continually rising for years.  The consensus among automotive journalist is that they fully expect them to proceed in that direction - UP and UP.

In 'Brit Speak' thie Jaguar has been 'well sorted'. An investment that you can take daily pleasure from.

This XKE is how you'd like to find one - well cared for, turn-key and ready for your driving pleasure

Through the following photos and descriptions (there are many as there is nothing to hide here), I'll attempt to show what a well cared for vehicle this 1973 Jaguar XKE 2+2 - Series III is.  Please view all the photos and read the descriptions ... then decide for yourself if this the vehicle for you.

Just 66,074 actual miles to date (only 1,600 miles per year on average) - all well cared for from day one.
You'd be hard pressed to find a nicer 1973 Jaguar XKE 2+2, anywhere

Wouldn't this Jag look good sitting in your driveway?

Interspersed with actual photos of this exceptional XKE 2+2 are a few period adverts ... for both the information they contain and a little British flavor.

With two daughters in college and a recent back surgery that now makes it difficult getting in and out of the Jag ... it just seems like the right time to fine her a new home.

From any angle this Jaguar has the lines that have been talked about in the automotive industry for years.  A sense of true style that many have tried to emulate with precious few succeeding.

It's a 'benchmark' that's very high ... it set the notion of a true 'sports car' for years and years.  An icon of the era and 'British' in every sense of the word.

Compare this Jag with the Audi and Range Rover in the background.
Which one will be looked upon as a classic years from now?

Well, a refined animal anyway.  Like a Swiss watch on steroids.

The XKE was a radical design for its time ... it sort of put the 'swoop' in sports car design.

The interior is well appointed, in great condition ... and, everything works.  All of it.

The odometer is in good working order and  now reads just 66,074 actual miles (only 1,612 miles / year average for 41 years)

Yep, a 'Country Club' car.  Low miles with exquisite care.  Just how you'd like to find one.

Well appointed in every way.

'Connally' hides throughout ... all in the quite desirable 'biscuit' color.
High quality 'Wilton' wool carpets cover the rest.

4-speed manual transmission - the best.  It there a true sports car with an automatic?

The 4-speed shifts flawlessly and is in perfect working order.

'Jaguar' OEM rubber mats with the Jaguar logo have protected the floors since new.

This period advert kind of says it all.

All the leather upholstery is in excellent condition and has acquired a gentle, pleasing 'patina' over the years.

Yes, two adults can 'squeeze' in here, just ... 2 children or teens, no problem.

Seat backs are also in fine condition ... no rips, tears, gouges or broken seams.

Lots of good information here.

Another creature comfort of the 2+2 is the rear hatch with room enough for all the luggage for an extended weekend.

You can even have custom fitted luggage handmade by a few of the specialty shops that advertise on the web.

A bag of clubs, a  bagged sail or two, your eBay purchases ... lots of room for what have you.

Again, all in excellent condition.

You have to love the Enzo Ferrari quote in the upper right of this advert ...
 "The most beautiful car ever made."

It's time for a look under the hood ...

 Like I said previously, a Swiss watch on steroids.
Refined power ... well, lots of refined power.

This V12 has been meticulously maintained since day one.

It's a beautifully designed engine what has been trouble free.
Loving care has been lavished on this XKE throughout its life ... and it shows in so many ways.

This big V12 in a small compartment is, at best, hard to photograph.

A simple web search will bring up all the specs. of this fine V12 engine if you'd care to delve further.

This 'E-Type' has always been well cared for - a weekend driver as these many photos well show.

Its always started with a simple twist of the key and has gone with nary a hiccup for years on end.

Tuned to perfection, it's ready when you are.

Sorry for the blurry photo - the ID Tag showing a build date of 1973 and the VIN # UD1S74461

A period ad from a previous model with the smaller 4.2 liter inline 6-cylinder engine.

Now a look at the interesting bits ... the chassis, suspension and exhaust system.

Up she goes for a good looking over - or under, whatever the case may be.

Beautiful chrome wire wheels with true knockoff hubs.

This XKE sports a near new set of 'Michelin - Harmony' radial tires in the correct size of:  P215/65R15.  They might have a few hundred miles on them at this point.

This is a matched set of five 'Michelin' tires - four on the vehicle and a spare located under the boot.

The suspension if in top notch condition throughout.  Disk brakes all around, of course.

Rear suspension with new 'Boge' shocks.

Note the mud splatters on the fenders ... promptly taken care of on arrival at home.

Routine maintenance has been performed throughout its 41 year life.
 My hope is that you'll care for it as well.

Stainless steel (read: expensive) dual exhaust with a 4-port exit - and, a sound that will stir your soul.

Custom fabricated upgrade - a highly efficient, all aluminum alloy radiator.  
Just some of its many upgrades over the years.

Two models were available for 1973 - the roadster and the 2+2.

Left rear ...

Right rear.

A close-up of the 'Boge' rear shocks.

One of the proud crew that has helped service and maintain this XKE over the years.

As a tribute to these great guys ... You've been fantastic to work with.  Thank you.

Another advert from the period.  This one looks to be photographed in Scotland.

The following group of photos are various detail shots that need little or no explanation.  
Enjoy ...

I truly want you to feel as if you're here 'kicking tires' for yourself.  
There is nothing to hide here - nothing at all.

The spare is located under the rear deck.  Again, just one of the matched set of 5 'Michelins'.

Tool kit included ... Knockoff hammer, jack, tool bag.

Still more detail shots .... I truly want to leave no stone unturned in this eBay offering.

From my garage to yours ... it can be simple and easy.

It'd look good in anyone's garage ... it's that good.

Another glamor shot ... 

'Jaguar Clubs of America' selected this Jaguar for their 2011 calendar.
2011 was the 50th anniversary of the 'E-Type' Jaguar - something to celebrate. 

This and the following image are scans of that calendar with an owner's note.

This and the next image are a brief history of ownership.

A scan of the initial contact with the third party used to inspect the XKE before my purchase from a Dentist in southern Virginia who had owner it for 18 years or so.

 And a ball park appraisal from 'Southside British Cars' during this inspection period.

A scan of a spreadsheet I've kept on the Jag since my initial purchase.
 I've now spent $28,317.49 upgrading and maintaining this XKE since my initial purchase.

This and the following three pages are scans of the detailed inspection I had 'Southside British Cars' perform on the car.

And, one last glamor shot to wrap up this eBay ofering for my 1973 Jaguar XKE 2+d Coupe.

I hope you've enjoyed the tour and that you found it informative.

At the end of the day someone is going to be very pleased with their purchase.

Full disclosure is what I'm after here .... I want you to know what your buying.

This 1973 Jaguar XKE 2+2 is not perfect in every way ... it's very close and as fine an example of the model that one could ever expect for a 41 year old vehicle.  There are minor imperfections as one would well expect ... very minor indeed.  Some very slight paint chips and a few minor scratches that can't possible be shown in photos like these.  It's not new but it's very nice, indeed.

If there is something I haven't covered please feel free to give a call at 410-310-3543 ... I'll be happy to help in any way I can.