Descripción
H&H Classic Auction @ The Imperial War Museum, Duxford/ Cambridgeshire
14th June, 2023 13:00
1970 Jaguar E-Type 4. 2 Litre Roadster
Subject of an older restoration
Estimate
£60, 000 - £70, 000
Registration No: RNC 9J
Chassis No: 1R1659
MOT: Exempt
Original UK supplied RHD Roadster
Showing 17, 000 unwarranted miles on the odometer
Just three former keepers recorded on the V5C
JDHT Certificate confirms all matching numbers for chassis, engine, gearbox and body
Full bare-metal restoration and overhaul of suspension and drivetrain while retaining the original interior
Triumphantly unveiled at the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, the Jaguar E-Type created a furore thanks to its supercar performance, stunning looks and modest price tag. Early racing success at the hands of Graham Hill and Roy Salvadori amongst others helped cement the newcomer's reputation. Built as a monocoque with an engine cradling front sub-frame, the E-type's combination of all-round independent suspension and disc brakes allied to rack-and-pinion steering resulted in excellent roadholding and handling capabilities. The indomitable straight-six XK twin-cam engine 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 August 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 a quoted 265bhp and 283lbft of torque, it was reputedly capable of nearly 150mph and 0-60mph in 7. 5 seconds. Available in open two-seater, fixed-head two-seater and fixed-head 2+2-seater guises, the American market accounted for the vast majority of Series II production.
According to its accompanying Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate, chassis 1R1659 was originally finished in Cream with a Red leather upholstery and a Black hood; the same combination it pleasingly sports today. Completed on 22nd April 1970, ‘RNC 9J’ was sent to Jaguar dealer Parkers on the 5th May and delivered to its first owner in March 1971. Having had only a few owners in its life, the decision was made to embark on an extensive restoration in 2015. This included, but was not limited to, a full body-off bare-metal repaint with replacement panels being sourced where needed, together with a full engine, gearbox and suspension overhaul, which is evidenced in the history file. Furthermore, in recent years the car has been regularly looked after by marque specialists. Retaining its original and nicely mellowed Red leather interior, and an odometer showing 17, 000 unwarranted miles, ‘RNC 9J’ has much to recommend it. Reportedly as sound underneath as it is on top, this tempting E-Type Roadster, said by the vendor to sound and drive as well as it looks, is offered for sale with a V5C Registration Document together with a large History File containing invoices and photographic records of the full restoration in 2015/ 2016, a JDHT Certificate, assorted invoices and MOT certificates dating back to 2015.
