Vehicle Description
Chassis No. 1E 11898
Body No. 4E 3317
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
The first significant improvements to the industry-disrupting
E-Type arrived in October 1964. Styled by legendary aerodynamicist
Malcolm Sayer, Jaguar rightly left his timeless design untouched,
instead focusing on changes under the skin that would improve
comfort and reliability. An upgraded, 4.2-liter dual-overhead-cam
inline-six now produced 246 horsepower, and 263 pound-feet of
torque, helping the already fast Jag go even quicker. The newfound
power was directed through a more user-friendly, all-synchromesh
four-speed Jaguar transmission, providing springy, flowing gear
changes and crucially eliminating the loud transmission whine of
the Moss box in the 3.8. Added stopping power was made available
through a conventional Lockheed brake servo, while a Lucas
alternator and a switch from positive to negative ground further
improved reliability. Rounding out the upgrades were a new pair of
reclining seats, making the 4.2 an overall more comfortable,
reliable, and flexible tourer. Today, the Series 1 4.2-liter E-Type
remains the most desirable specification for its increased power
and usability while retaining the classic styling details the early
cars are so famous for.
According to the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate on file,
this superb Series 1 E-Type was completed on 4 November 1965 -
configured as a left-hand drive Roadster originally finished in
Cream over black Connolly leather and fitted with a black soft top
- and dispatched to Jaguar Cars, New York, on 19 November. Although
much of the car's early history remains unknown, in more recent
times a comprehensive restoration amounting to some 2,500 hours was
conducted by a marque specialist, with this work understood to have
been completed by 2019. According to previously sourced
documentation included with the car, the 4.2-liter engine was
disassembled and fully rebuilt using many new components, including
careful re-sleeving of the cylinders and a dynamic balancing to
ensure smooth running. The brake system was also overhauled,
utilizing a new master cylinder, hoses, lines, and wheel slave
cylinders, giving the brakes more bite, especially at lower speeds.
Further mechanical sorting saw the transmission rebuilt with new
synchros and layshaft, and a complete update of the electrical
system including a new wiring harness. Cosmetically, the bodywork
was taken down to bare metal and repainted in the dazzling,
period-correct shade of Opalescent Dark Blue it is presented in
today, while the cabin received new gray leather hides. Owing to
the completeness and total restoration of this 4.2-liter Roadster,
even the Smiths odometer was reset to zero upon completion of the
work. Final touches including professionally re-plated chrome
brightwork, all new glass, and chrome wire wheels upgraded from 5.5
to 6 inches, allowing for the fitment of a slightly wider tire,
complete this visually striking package.
Highly sought after as the best of its breed, few classic sports
cars offer the tremendous blend of gorgeous looks, effortless
drivability, and open-top fun present in this expertly restored
4.2-liter E-Type Roadster. Offered with its service handbook, jack,
tool roll, and Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, this finely
restored E-Type looks as good today - or perhaps even better - than
it did 57 years ago. As presented, the car is fully sorted
throughout and ready to be enjoyed by its next owner on memorable
open-air drives, premier touring events, or shown at concours
d'elegance.