Beschreibung
British Racing Green | Fixed Head Coupé | 4 Speed Manual | 4. 2 litre Straight 6 | 03563 miles showing | AU$249, 995
Introduced in 1961, the Jaguar E-Type was an instant sensation with its Le Mans prototype looks and a 150mph top speed.
It’s rare for a single model to cause such a stir but here was a civilised and affordable production sports car that looked like something from out of this world and could outperform just about anything else on the road.
The E-Type's design owed much to that of Jaguar’s racing D-Type: a monocoque tub forming the main structure while a lightweight tubular space frame extended forwards to support the engine and in-board disc brakes all worked together to give the car exceptional handling and balance.
And, fabled aerodynamicist, Malcolm Sayer used experience gained with the D-Type to create one of the most elegant and efficient shapes ever to grace a motor car.
The E-Type had undergone significant changes by the time the Series 2 arrived in 1968 with the launch of the 4. 2 litre engine giving more usable low-down torque, a more user-friendly Moss gearbox with synchromesh on first gear, a superior Girling brake servo, larger mouth for improved air induction, a smaller steering wheel, thermo controlled twin cooling fans and more comfortable bucket seats that has today made it the most popular model amongst driving enthusiasts.
In it’s October, 1964 review Motor Magazine wrote “The new 4. 2 supersedes the early 3. 8 as the fastest car Motor has tested. The absurd ease which 100 mph (161 km/ h) can be exceeded in a 1?4 mile (402 m) never failed to astonish. 3, 000 miles (4, 828 km) of testing confirms that this is still one of the worlds outstanding cars".
Corresponding with its heritage certificate, the car offered here is a superbly restored and Australian delivered 1969 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 4. 2l Fixed Head Coupé, sold new by Bryson’s Jaguar Melbourne.
Originally ordered in British Racing Green over Cinnamon trim, exactly as it presents today this numbers matching E-Type has been maintained since 2008 by legendary classic Jaguar specialists Graeme Lord Automotive.
With a lot of careful research, suitable parts have always been sourced from specialist suppliers including Welsh Ent, V&A Spiteri and Jagara spares ensuring authenticity and quality.
Graeme Lord also rebuilt the engine, gearbox and differential and in 2013 a new stainless-steel exhaust system was fitted.
Suitably upgraded for driving in 2020, this stunning car also features a new stereo, period correct twin mirrors, tinted front windscreen and new seat-belts with the exterior neatly finished with Koni shock absorbers, 72 spoke Dayton Chrome wire wheels and Bridgestone tyres.
The bodywork is finished in its original British Racing Green paintwork and is in excellent condition. The same can be said for the correct Cinnamon interior trim with all tell-tale signs pointing to a cherished car.
An extensive history file is provided with the car, including many invoices for parts and service works, technical information, an original heritage certificate, Owner’s Manual plus Sales and Service Directory as well as the Jack, Jack bag, mallet and wheel spanner neatly tucked into the rear boot section.
Reluctantly released from a substantial classic car collection, since the completion of the restoration this rare Australian delivered Jaguar E-Type Series 2 4. 2L has been meticulously maintained and neatly upgraded making it sensational to drive in 2020.
The drive is absolutely on the button. Quick off the mark with sharp handling and so smooth on the highway.
This E-Type offers an opportunity to invest in an Australian delivered, numbers matching and superbly restored car ready to drive off the showroom floor and straight to coffee and cars on a Spring Sunday morning.
