Description
H&H Classic Auction @ The Imperial War Museum, Duxford/ Cambridgeshire
9th October, 2024 13:00
1969 Jaguar E-Type 4. 2 Litre Convertible
Estimate £35, 000 - £45, 000
Registration No: CAU 460H
Chassis No: 1R42669
MOT: Exempt
Converted from a 2+2 Coupe to its current guise in the early 2000s
Current ownership since 1991
Offered with Heritage Certificate, collection of invoices and owners handbook
Stainless steel exhaust system and triple SU carburettors
Displaying a credible 63, 749 miles
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-around 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.
Originally a lefthand drive export example 'CAU 460H' was converted from a 2+2 Coupe to its current guise in the early 2000's and is finished attractively in light Blue complemented to a Dark Blue interior. Having been in current ownership since c. 1991 when the Jaguar arrived back on these shores it was subsequently converted to righthand drive and was UK registered and ready for the road again in 2007. Displaying a credible 63, 749 miles the Jaguar is fitted with a stainless steel exhaust system and HS8 triple SU carburettors. Offered with JDHT certificate, collection of invoices, owners handbook and current V5c this sensibly guided example is ready to be enjoyed by its new custodian.
