Vehicle Description
1972 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 V8S Convertible by Beacham
Designer: Malcolm Sayer/Greg Beacham
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Estimate: $180,000 - $225,000 Without Reserve
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Chassis Number: 1S50960
Decoded: 1=Jaguar; S=Series III; 5=RHD 2+2 Coupe; 0960=Unit
number.
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Engine: �4.2L Jaguar DOHC V8
Supercharged/300 bhp
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Power-Assisted Four-Wheel Disc Brakes
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Odometer: 776 Miles Showing
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Classic E-type Styling
Powerful Modern Drivetrain
Built-In Updated Amenities
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The Model - When the E-Type Jaguar was born in the early 1960's,
its design epitomized just what a sports car should look like and
how a sports car should perform. Sayer's design was the harmonious
balance of form and function, long nose, short deck, seating for
two, which combined with superb engineering created a legend. A
decade later, the E-type continued to be a trend setter, and even
50 years down the road the appearance of an E-type turns head and
gets admiring glances. Enter, Greg Beacham, who has given a select
few tired old Jaguars a new heart and a new lease on life. Using
modern and proven drive-trains, the original "XKE's" that receive
the Beacham touch receive not just a new drive-train, but up-dated
chassis with anti-dive suspension, traction control, ABS brakes,
plus modern electronics for both operational and entertainment
purposes. A custom interior with soft leather and polished
dashboard facing that keeps in the Jaguar's tradition of perfection
at every step. Only the keenest eyes can detect the exterior
changes that include modern sports mirrors and door handles. �
The Car - This beautiful example of Beacham's handiwork may have
started life as a V12 coupe, but today is a magnificent open
two-seater that will be the envy of all who dare to inspect this
splendid machine. In addition to the powerful new generation V8
under the hood, this car has been treated to new suspension, with
Apracing disc brakes on all four corners, a superbly detailed
engine bay, complete custom leather interior in comforting and
ergonomically correct padding, as well as modern air-conditioning,
power windows, full assortment of electronic gauges and an Alpine
sound system that features radio, CD, MP3 and Bluetooth
capabilities. Also, included in the package is a modern GPS unit,
plus 17" chrome wire wheels which capture the style of the original
15" factory wires. Performance is outstanding with 0-to-60 in about
six seconds and to make sure you understand how everything in this
unique vehicle operates the owner's manual. With a click of a
switch, the power operated black top glides into position to
protect the driver and their passenger as well as that supple-soft
leather upholstery. With a modern drive-train and maintaining its
original 1972 serial number, this car offers all the best rolled
into one package. Used sparingly since its build, this car should
be out on the open road with you behind the wheel.
