Description
If you ask anybody who really knows E Types what is the best model to buy the response will often as not be a Series 1 4. 2. These cars come with the clean iconic look of the early cars together with all the improvements made by Jaguar to the earlier 3. 8 model to make them perhaps the best driving of all E Types. FNB 862C was specifically sourced by a well known specialist in the West Country from the other side of the pond. With a mileage of just 48000 which we have been assured is correct this is a very original, matching numbers car which comes complete with its Jaguar Heritage Certificate. A true survivor of the first of the 4. 2 litre FHC’s this car has never been apart and has original panelwork with no rot or previous accident damage. FNB 862C was refinished in its original Carmen red some years ago now and still presents very well indeed. The interior is in remarkable condition finished in the original black. Recent work has included conversion and a full engine rebuild of the original engine by an E type specialist. The history file includes details of recent work undertaken which totals in excess of £20k. An E type FHC can be a bit tight fitting especially for taller drivers but FNB 862C has a fully reconditioned, period Webasto roof which when wide open provides the joy of open top motoring without all of the buffeting associated with roadsters at medium/ high speed.
