Engine Type: 4.2 Litre Inline 6-Cylinder
Engine Number:7E11118-9
Color:Opalescent Maroon / Black Leather
1967 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Roadster s/n 1E14039, Engine no. 7E11118-9 Opalescent Maroon with Black Leather The E-Type was unveiled in March of 1961 at the Geneva Motor Show, following the famous 11th hour disorder (one of the cars was driven to the show from England with just hours to spare). The car was an immediate sensation: its specification was state of the art, its bodywork arrestingly gorgeous, and the price surprisingly affordable. It embodied William Lyons` values beautifully and it is no surprise that the E-Type has become such a legendary part of automotive history. The specification clearly demonstrated Jaguar’s racing experience and included independent suspension all around (at a time when Ferrari was still using live rear axles), disc brakes all around (inboard at the rear to reduce unsprung weight), and of course Jaguar’s legendary twin cam inline-6. The cars were continuously developed, with the addition of 4.2 liter engine and fully synchronized gearboxes for 1965. Later cars, particularly in the United States, had safety and emissions equipment that negatively influenced both performance and aesthetics, so these Series I 4.2 liter cars are widely considered to be the pick of the bunch. This particular car is a uniquely original example. From 1967 to 2012 the car has been in the care of just two Southern California owners, and has logged just 26,000 documented miles from new. It remains a phenomenal, unrestored E-Type Roadster with mint original interior and partially original paint. Touch up work has been performed as necessary over the years to retain a strong luster, but the car has never been fully disassembled or restored. In January of 2013 a comprehensive yet non-invasive service was performed by Jaguar specialist Steve Gordon in a no expense spared fashion. Also of particular interest, this exact car was the basis for the Harold Cleworth’s original painting featuring an E-Type Roadster which thousands of posters were duplicated from. Included with the sale are the original tools in the original tool roll, the original owner’s manual, a wonderful set of records going back to the early 1970s, and of course one of the Harold Cleworth posters. In a sea of restored E-Type Jaguars, this car will appeal to the originality-minded buyer looking for a true historical artifact. Much more information to come shortly.
Engine Number:7E11118-9
Color:Opalescent Maroon / Black Leather
1967 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Roadster s/n 1E14039, Engine no. 7E11118-9 Opalescent Maroon with Black Leather The E-Type was unveiled in March of 1961 at the Geneva Motor Show, following the famous 11th hour disorder (one of the cars was driven to the show from England with just hours to spare). The car was an immediate sensation: its specification was state of the art, its bodywork arrestingly gorgeous, and the price surprisingly affordable. It embodied William Lyons` values beautifully and it is no surprise that the E-Type has become such a legendary part of automotive history. The specification clearly demonstrated Jaguar’s racing experience and included independent suspension all around (at a time when Ferrari was still using live rear axles), disc brakes all around (inboard at the rear to reduce unsprung weight), and of course Jaguar’s legendary twin cam inline-6. The cars were continuously developed, with the addition of 4.2 liter engine and fully synchronized gearboxes for 1965. Later cars, particularly in the United States, had safety and emissions equipment that negatively influenced both performance and aesthetics, so these Series I 4.2 liter cars are widely considered to be the pick of the bunch. This particular car is a uniquely original example. From 1967 to 2012 the car has been in the care of just two Southern California owners, and has logged just 26,000 documented miles from new. It remains a phenomenal, unrestored E-Type Roadster with mint original interior and partially original paint. Touch up work has been performed as necessary over the years to retain a strong luster, but the car has never been fully disassembled or restored. In January of 2013 a comprehensive yet non-invasive service was performed by Jaguar specialist Steve Gordon in a no expense spared fashion. Also of particular interest, this exact car was the basis for the Harold Cleworth’s original painting featuring an E-Type Roadster which thousands of posters were duplicated from. Included with the sale are the original tools in the original tool roll, the original owner’s manual, a wonderful set of records going back to the early 1970s, and of course one of the Harold Cleworth posters. In a sea of restored E-Type Jaguars, this car will appeal to the originality-minded buyer looking for a true historical artifact. Much more information to come shortly.