Lot details Registration No: YRK 88H Chassis No: P1R35421BW Mot Expiry: None
Famously launched at the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, the Jaguar E-Type created a furore. Its combination of supercar performance, superb styling and low price tag was unrivalled. Early sportscar racing success at the hands of Graham Hill and Roy Salvadori amongst others cemented its reputation. Built as a monocoque with a front sub-frame to cradle the engine, its combination of all round independent suspension and disc brakes allied to rack and pinion steering gave it excellent roadholding and handling capabilities. The indomitable XK twin cam supplied abundant power. If the design had an Achilles'' heel then it was the recalcitrant Moss gearbox. However, Jaguar was quick to correct this shortcoming with a four-speeder of its own design just part of a continual programme of E-Type development that saw the model metamorphose through three Series. Introduced in 1968, the Series II cars were distinguishable by their revised bumper and light arrangements. Less noticeable was the increased size of the front air intake that in conjunction with dual cooling fans made the Series II better behaved in hot weather and heavy traffic. With its 4235cc engine developing 265bhp and 283lbft of torque, it was reputed capable of nearly 150mph and 0-60mph 7.5seconds. Such performance made its improved brake servo all the more welcome. Available as before in open and closed guises, the 2+2 Fixed Head Coupe had its windscreen moved several inches further forward in order to obtain a sleeker profile.
Described by the vendor as being in fair to good overall condition, this particular example has been in the current ownership for the last twenty years. Said to have covered approximately 10,000 miles in that time, it was treated to an engine rebuild in 1985. Subject to various body repairs five years later together with a partial bare metal respray and retrim (including the headlining / carpets) it received a replacement offside door in 2000. Off the road and dry stored for some time, it is equipped with automatic transmission and chrome wire wheels. Believed to have covered 119,000 miles (unwarranted) from new, it is thought to need a new exhaust, servo and work to the handbrake mechanism before it can be sensibly submitted for MOT testing (other faults may of course present themselves). Offered for sale with original owner's handbook.
PLEASE NOTE: The exhaust on this vehicle is blowing.
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