2011-02-01 12:15:07 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction:
www.classic-auctions.com/Auctions/26-02-2011-StoneleighPark-1286/1967JaguarE-Typ ...

Auction description:
1967 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Roadster
Estimate: (£) 65,000 - 75,000
Reg Number: PLU796E
Chassis Number: 1E1796
Engine Number: 7E12807-9
Cc: 4235
Body Colour: Jaguar Racing Green
Trim Colour: Suede Green
MOT ExpiryDate: Nov 2011

The handsomely-presented, 'matching' chassis and engine numbers 4.2-litre S1 Roadster being sold is one of those relatively rare right-hand drive examples and was manufactured in 1967. It is finished in a pleasing combination of British Racing Green coachwork and suede green leather interior and black hood, and rides on chrome-spoked wire wheels. The vendor has owned the car since 1976, during which time we understand it has been kept in a heated, integral garage under dust covers. He also tells us it was treated to a 'ground-up' restoration by a combination of Martin Robey (Nuneaton) and Southern Classics between December 1983 and June 1985. The Jaguar's history file contains the related bills, photos etc for this, plus old MOT certificates and details of the annual services. Apparently it also supports the fact that the E-Type has driven just 3,840 miles in the last 25 years.

The vendor considers the coachwork, cellulose paintwork, engine, gearbox and interior to all be in "very good order". After a recent first-hand inspection conducted whilst the Roadster was being serviced at Southern Classics we would not disagree with his assessment. Indeed, the car's condition belies the age of its refurbishment and is a real testament to the workmanship of Martin Robey and Southern Classics. This charismatic cat is MOT'd into November and taxed until the end of August.

2011-02-11 14:09:21 | pauls writes:

Auction is Stoneleigh Park: 26/02/2011, car is lot #57

2011-03-02 22:06:27 | pauls writes:

Sold For £89,100

2025-04-21 07:16:47 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 5/25

auctions.hampsonauctions.com/auction/lot/lot-1967-jaguar-e-type-42-roadster/

Auction description:

The Bolesworth Castle May 2025 Classic, Performance & Supercar Auction, 4th May, 2025

1967 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Roadster

Estimate £50,000 - £60,000

Registration – PLU 796E

Chassis No. – 1E1796

M.O.T. – Exempt

Odometer – 57,923

‘PLU 796E’ has been enjoyed by a mere three owners to date. The first retained ‘PLU 796E’ until 2011. The current owner acquired ‘PLU 796E’ in 2013 with around 56,000 miles recorded at that time. Less than 2,000 miles have been added since then, with it dry stored between uses. ‘PLU 796E’ benefitted from a nut and bolt restoration in the 1980’s undertaken by specialists, Southern Classics. Offered today with ample supporting paperwork, this is a truly desirable example of, surely, the most esteemed British sports car.

‘PLU 796E’ presents in classic British Racing Green which exudes a deep lustre from the Jaguar’s subtly flared wings and panels. Sayer’s unique blend of art and maths is writ large in the sublime form of ‘PLU 796E.’ Externally, at least, the key S1 attributes are all in evidence here – the fared in headlamp apertures, the small front grill, and diminutive rear lamps situated above the chromed bumpers. The tightly fitting fabric hood is finished in contrasting black. The “special occasion” interior of ‘PLU 796E’ is finished in complementary green leather with the bodywork, paintwork and interior all vendor rated as “good.”

With the Series 1 cars offered in 3.8-litre and 4.2-litre forms, ‘PLU 796E’ is fitted with the bigger iteration of the iconic XK, straight-six engine. This was originally quoted to produce 265bhp and 283 Ib-ft of torque. Many independent road tests of the time achieved a 150mph top speed and a 0-60mph time in the mid seven seconds. ‘PLU 796E’ benefits from the factory fitment of the most desirable four speed Moss manual transmission. The mechanical systems of ‘PLU 796E’ are all rated as “excellent.”