Vehicle Description
In a case of history repeating itself, the 1961 Geneva Motor Show
was the site of yet another sensation unveiling by Jaguar. Like it
had with the XK120 at the 1948 Earls Court show, Jaguar shocked the
motoring world by introducing its latest sports car, the E-Type.
Drawing heavily from their multiple LeMans-winning D-Type, the new
car featured an advanced semi-monocoque chassis with bolt-on
subframes, four-wheel independent suspension, disc brakes at all
four corners, a 3.8-litre twin-cam inline-six, and of course, that
breathtaking styling. The E-Type went on to a long and storied
production through multiple variants, though the First Series
models are the ones that cemented the E-Type as a design and
engineering icon and are a cornerstone of the car collecting hobby.
This superb E-Type is a desirable 3.8-liter Fixed Head Coupe that
has been beautifully and faithfully restored by a marque specialist
within the last two years. It is finished in its rarely seen
original colors of Opalescent Golden Sand over Beige trim per the
Jaguar Heritage Certificate. As part of its superb restoration,
this matching-numbers Jaguar has several discreet updates to ensure
effortless high-performance grand touring ability. The attention to
detail is apparent throughout this superb car. Excellent paintwork
and chrome define the high-quality restoration, and the body
displays excellent panel fit, particularly around the notoriously
tricky doors. It sits properly on the road, rolling on beautiful
chrome wire wheels with period-style Vredestein Sprint Classic
radials. Brightwork and body fittings are in excellent condition,
and true to original specification. In the cabin, the proper bucket
seats of the 3.8-litre models are fully restored, trimmed in the
original shade of beige Connolly leather and complemented with
matching Wilton wool carpets. The dash and switchgear are all in
excellent order, including the correct thin-rim steering wheel and
a period-correct Blaupunkt radio. Since Jaguar built this car after
July 1963, the dimpled aluminum console and fascia trim are
replaced with leather and vinyl - a styling revision that carried
over to the 4.2-litre Series 1. With the E-Type coupe, Jaguar was
an early adopter of the hatch-back design, and the unique
side-hinged affair gives easy access to the generous luggage area
behind the seats. Tilting the E-Type's distinctive clamshell bonnet
forward reveals one of the greatest six-cylinder engines of all
time. In production from 1949 through 1992, the versatile and
robust twin-overhead cam XK powered a wide range of Jaguars, from
small saloons to Le Mans winners. This car retains its original,
numbers-matching 3.8-litre block and head per the Heritage
Certificate. As part of the restoration, the cylinder head and
block were prepared by Jaguar specialist Bill Terry, while the
primary build and assembly were handled by another Jag specialist,
Predator Performance of Largo, Florida. Like virtually everywhere
else on this E-Type, the engine bay is exceptionally well detailed.
It has also been sensibly updated with a high-torque starter,
spin-on oil filter conversion, big-bore stainless exhaust system,
and most significantly - an all-synchro 5-speed gearbox,
eliminating the Moss 'box that is the 3.8's Achilles' heel. For the
purist, the original 4-speed gearbox is available. Restored to
enjoy on the road, yet detailed to a level worthy of display on the
show field, this gorgeous E-Type is a splendid choice for the
enthusiast that desires an outstanding example to enjoy in a wide
array of driving and concours events. Offers welcome and trades
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