2024-03-04 20:08:38 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1967-jaguar-e-type-series-1-42-roadster-gyo694

1967 Jaguar E-Type Convertible

Colour Red

Odometer 50,363 Miles

Engine size 4200

Auction Details Seller Type Trade

Town Sawbridgeworth

Location Hertfordshire

Country United Kingdom

Appealing Series 1 E-Type in classic sports car red 

Very presentable car with very good panel fit 

Early E-Type Series 1 aesthetics 

Good usable example

The History and Paperwork 

The E-Type spent the first portion of its lifetime abroad, living in a dry US state until the late 1980s 

Imported into the UK in 1988 

Converted to RHD upon arrival 

Fully UK registered with V5 registration document present 

Though clearly well maintained the bulk of the Jag’s paperwork has been lost during a short notice house move 

Jaguar service handbook and mechanical diagrams present 

Tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt due to the vehicle’s historic status and age 

The Condition 

Well presented throughout in desirable colourway 

Folding retractable roof 

Good quality chrome work with wire wheels 

Finished in an iconic bold red hue, the exterior of the Jag is in great overall form. The paintwork is vibrant throughout with a high gloss shine and makes for a highly presentable example of the esteemed model. External trim and chrome work is in great shape on the car and at ground level one finds a marvellous set of wire wheels in great overall standing. There is a light patina with some general signs of age to be seen, however we feel this just makes this E-Type all the more charming and usable without detracting from its sheer presence on the road. 

The suave 2 seater cabin of the Jag is one, that much like the rest of the car, presents in great condition. In a deep black hue, the two sculpted seats are of an excellent standard, boasting high quality upholstery, with neat stitching and a distinct lack of wear or damage, the same of course, can be said of the surrounding trim panels and switchgear which all present in smart form. A smart tri spoke wood rim steering wheel completes the look and has a wonderful vintage charm to it. 

With this being the roadster variant, we find a quality contrasting black soft top roof panel, which unlatches and and folds, quickly, smoothly and with great ease, completely transforming the aesthetics of the car and providing a great open top experience for the occupants in the cabin. 

The Mechanics 

Fitted with the straight six XK 4.2 litre Jaguar engine 

Great usable example in good overall mechanical form 

Converted to RHD 

4spd fully synchromesh manual gearbox 

This car mixes the enlarged 4.2litre XK engine with the desirable fully synchromesh 4spd manual gearbox. Despite little history being available with the car, it is clear from the photographs that the engine bay has been maintained well and we have no reports of mechanical or running issues. 

The vendor advises that a new clutch has been fitted recently. 

2024-03-18 05:46:03 | Daniel writes:

Sold at auction listed above for £60500