2003-05-26 13:51:40 | Paul Bjarnason writes:

Strange, my 1967 Jaguar was shipped to the U.S. November 1965!!!

2019-07-19 13:43:52 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auciton 8/19

rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/mo19/monterey/lots/r0012-1965-jaguar-e-type-series-1- ...

Auction description:

RM | Sotheby's - MONTEREY 15 - 17 AUGUST 2019

Lot 313

Chassis No. 1E 11898

Comprehensive restoration by a noted marque expert

No detail untouched, including comprehensive rebuild of all components

Finished in the stunning combination of Opalescent Dark Blue over grey leather

Includes Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

One of 2,237 E-Type roadsters built for 1965, this beautifully restored Jaguar is fresh from a comprehensive 2,500-hour restoration by a noted marque expert, aptly describing it: “as new an E-Type that can be put together today.” Simply put, everything down to the last nut and bolt has been touched during the restoration of this exceptional example.

The 4.2-liter engine has been rebuilt using all-new parts, including re-sleeving of the cylinders and a dynamic balancing, assuring smooth, vibration-free operation. A new master cylinder, hoses, lines, and wheel slave cylinders are used, along with a complete brake-system rebuild to ensure safe, smooth stopping power. A new wiring harness has been fitted, along with a complete update of the electric system. The gearbox has been rebuilt, including new synchros and layshaft.

Beginning with the monocoque shell, it has been stripped to bare metal and finished in a stunning Opalescent Dark Blue by Deluxe Customs of Tempe, Arizona. An all-new grey leather interior has been fitted to the highest of standards. All chrome has been re-plated professionally to echo the mirror finish of the exterior paint. Even new glass has been installed. A striking combination, indeed. The chrome wire wheels have been upgraded from 5.5 to 6 inches in order to accommodate 205-series Michelin blackwall tires, improving both ride and handling. In addition, a 3:07 rear-end gear has been installed for better highway cruising and improved acceleration.

Included is the driver’s handbook, jack, and tool roll, as well as the Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, which indicates the car was manufactured 4 November 1965 and dispatched to Jaguar Cars, New York, on 19 November. Following break-in miles, the car has been “dialed in” and assured to be roadworthy for its new owner. Fitted with the desirable 4.2-liter engine and upgraded all-synchro transmission, this is the E-Type most Jaguar aficionados enjoy driving. As the consigner so succinctly says, “Buy it. Show it. Drive it. Enjoy it.”

2023-02-04 15:54:49 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 3/23

www.broadarrowauctions.com/vehicles/am23_022/1965-jaguar-e-type-series-1-4-2-roadster

Auction description:

Desirable Series 1 4.2-liter Roadster

Comprehensive 2,500 hour nut-and-bolt restoration completed c. 2019

Finished in stunning Opalescent Dark Blue over gray leather

Accompanied by its service handbook, jack, tool roll, and Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

Chassis No. 1E 11898

Body No. 4E 3317

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.