LOT 40
1965 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Liter Coupe Chassis no. 890843 Engine no. RA 7471-9 Body no. V 8604
Sold for US$56,000 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 40
1965 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Liter Coupe
1965 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Liter Coupe
Chassis no. 890843
Engine no. RA 7471-9
Body no. V 8604
Chassis no. 890843
Engine no. RA 7471-9
Body no. V 8604
3,781cc DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Triple SU Carburetors
265bhp at 5,500rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*Recently discovered from 46-years of single ownership
*Numbers matching block and cylinder head
*Original colors of Carmen Red over black upholstery
*Complete and ideal for sympathetic refurbishment
THE JAGUAR E-TYPE
The Jaguar E-Type is revered as one of the most beautiful sports cars ever created, and its desirability has hardly abated from the day it was unveiled to shocked onlookers at the 1961 Geneva Motor Show. Produced between 1961 and 1975, the E-Type evolved through several generations, beginning with the 3.8-liter Series 1, and culminating with the vastly transformed twelve-cylinder Series 3. Opinions vary on which is the best, but many collectors feel the covered headlamp, 3.8-liter cars represent the original and purest expression of the legendary cat from Coventry. Jaguar continually evolved and refined the E-Type, making minor running changes to virtually every aspect of the car, improving the experience while ensuring the sex-appeal of the original design remained fully intact.
THE CAR OFFERED
According to Jaguar Daimler Heritage archives, this E-Type Fixed-Head coupe left the works in July 1964, destined for Jaguar Cars, New York. Finished from new in Carmen Red over black upholstery, this car is a desirable, so-called "64 ½" model, combining the 3.8-liter mechanical specification, early-type "spear" seats, and the leather-covered console and upholstered dash that became standard on the later 4.2. This car was recently discovered from 46 years of continuous ownership, and is a remarkably complete, honest example that is a prime candidate for a straightforward refurbishment, or to preserve and enjoy following mechanical sorting.
It is wonderfully original with an authentic patina and correct fittings such as the period Blaupunkt radio and wood-rimmed steering wheel. The Heritage Certificate confirms the original, numbers-matching block and head are in place. The consignor reports that the engine is free and will turn over by hand, though it requires servicing to make road worthy.
The ideal canvas for refurbishment, this desirable E-Type Coupe presents an excellent opportunity to make your personal mark on this motoring icon.
Footnotes
Please note this car is titled as a 1965 model
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