2017-12-20 18:22:29 | Lofty writes:

1962 E-Type Jaguar 3.8 Series 1 Roadster LHD - Jaguar Heritage Certificate - The most sought after series -
All matching numbers: chassis, body, engine, gearbox
Opalescent Silver Grey, Dark Red Leather Inside, New Black Top -
Body, Wire Wheels and Chromes in top condition
Engine, Carburetors, Gearbox and Transmission fully restored -
New wiring, New Starter, New Alternator, Electronic Ignition 123 -
New Aluminium Radiator (Kenlow) - New Clutch - New Disc Brakes and Calipers - New Shock Absorbers - Stainless Steel Exhausts
Truly authentic and original car -
Beautiful example, Gorgeous overall condition -
3rd Owner - private owner -
All invoices +photos available-
The car is to be seen South of Brussels

2018-09-22 10:10:16 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 10/18
www.bonhams.com/auctions/24956/lot/21/

Auction description:
Lot 21
1962 Jaguar E-Type 'Series 1' 3.8-Litre Roadster
€ 140,000 - 180,000
US$ 160,000 - 210,000
The Zoute Sale
5 Oct 2018, 17:30 CEST
Chassis no. 877837

•In France up to 2015 and then in Belgium
•Known ownership history
•Extensive professional mechanical refurbishment (2016)
•Matching numbers

Representing the Jaguar E-Type in its earliest, purest, and most sought-after form, this 3.8-litre 'Series 1' was imported by Jaguar's French distributor, Paris-based Ets F Delecroix on 30th August 1962. On 19th September 1962 the car was delivered to its first owner, who would keep it for seven years. It was then purchased by a Mr Carillon of Givros, France.
On 28th June 1985, the E-Type was bought by Mr Michel Hassoun, who kept the car in the South of France. Ownership was transferred to Madame Aline Hassoun on 27th July 1993. The current owner purchased the car on 5th November 2015 at which time the odometer reading was around 60,000 kilometres.

In France until 2015 and since then in Belgium, this fully matching numbers E-Type has always been kept in original condition, and even retains its original radio and electric antenna. In maintaining the car, the current owner has prioritised mechanical reliability, as he wanted to drive it without having to worry. Carried out by Retro Cars, a Belgian Jaguar specialist, refurbishment has included a complete engine overhaul in the course of which high-compression (9.0:1) pistons were fitted; the crankshaft, flywheel, and other rotating components dynamically balanced; the carburettors completely overhauled; 123 electronic ignition fitted; new ignition system and alternator fitted; and an aluminium radiator and Kenlowe electric cooling fan installed. Other works included overhauling the Moss gearbox and fitting a new clutch; overhauling the differential with new bearings; new brake discs front and rear; new brake master cylinder and new pistons front and rear: overhauling the steering rack; and fitting six new gas shock absorbers, adjustable for compression and rebound damping. Other noteworthy features include all new hoses; a stainless steel exhaust system; complete new electrical wiring loom and fuse box; a new convertible hood; and re-upholstered seats. Apart from the seats, the interior remains original.

Invoices totalling more than €50,000 on file together with a photographic record of the mechanical rebuild showing that high quality parts were used exclusively. This exceptional E-Type also comes complete with tool kit, jack, instruction manual, JDHT Certificate, Belgian Carte Grise, and a 12-page Rapport d'Expertise from the Bureau d'Expertises en Automobile, Doucy.

2018-09-23 17:24:50 | John S writes:

Beautiful restoration. First time I have ever seen a picture frame stamping like this one.