Equipment
4-speed, chrome centerlock wire wheels, Pirelli tires, modern aluminum radiator, Pertronix ignition, Borla exhaust, woodrim steering wheel.
Condition
A few aftermarket bits and the chassis has been painted body color, but nothing too far from factory. Clean lightly used engine bay. Very good blemish-free paint other than a small bubble on the right rear. Good chrome. A few light scratches on the rear glass. The doors stick out at the bottom. Very good interior. Not a JCNA show car with these flaws and not quite factory presentation, but it's had a ton put into it and it would be good for someone who wants a gorgeous 4.2-liter E-Type for driving enjoyment.
Market commentary
It's hard to argue with the seller's decision to keep this very good XKE at this bid, but also hard to argue with the bidders' decision to stop here. It could have changed hands, especially if Mecum had thrown a little of the BP to the seller to sweeten the deal.