2026-01-22 21:36:22 | pauls writes:

Car at auction 1/26

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Sale n°6446 / Automobile Legends

1965 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2 coupe No reserve

Auction description:

French title

Chassis no. 1E30430 Engine no. 7E2132-9

- Series 1 Coupé, one of the most sought-after versions

- Well-preserved condition, recent work

- Original engine, superb interior

- No reserve

Bought in 2007 by a collector based in the Arcachon Bay from a renowned Parisian specialist, this beautiful Series 1 E-Type probably came from Arizona, which would explain that it had been well preserved from new. At the start of the 2000s, it was repainted and the interior was completely restored. It is now in very sound condition, finished in its original shade of red with well-aligned body panels and no sign of corrosion, set off by chrome wire wheels. Inside, the lightly patinated beige leather upholstery is in excellent condition, as are the dashboard and wood-rimmed steering wheel. Altogether, the interior presents no significant faults and is truly an invitation to set off on a trip. The speedometer still reads in miles per hour.

Used and maintained regularly, this E-Type has its original (matching numbers) engine, with a special exhaust manifold and an additional, switchable fan. In 2025, it underwent a major service at a total cost of 6000 €, with work done on the clutch and exhaust, as well as the usual fluid changes and checks. This is one of the most sought-after versions of the E-Type, with the purest shape thanks to its streamlined headlamps. In well-preserved condition, the coupé we are presenting is a tribute to the quality of this model, which created a sensation when it was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 1961, heralding a success which has never faltered.