Description
The E-Type was based on Jaguar’s D-Type racing car, which had won the 24 Hours of Le Mans three consecutive years beginning 1955
The E-Type’s 150 mph (241 km/ h) top speed, sub-7-second 0 to 60 mph (97 km/ h) acceleration
The Series 1, 4. 2 roadster became arguably the most desirable version of the famous E-Type due to its increased power and usability while retaining the same outward appearance as the earlier cars
- Matching chassis, engine and gearbox. Left hand drive with power steering
· The odometer currently reads a very credible 65, 349 miles
- Original hard and soft tops
- Subject to an extensive restoration and engine overhaul
- MOT valid until 7th April 2026
This car came off line at Browns Lane on March 8, 1967 and at the time sported Maroon paintwork matched to Black interior trim. Twenty-two days later it was despatched to Jaguar Cars New York and then to its first keeper, Raiford A Blackstone Junior. Little of this matching numbers Jaguar's history is then known until it was purchased eleven years ago in Tampa, Florida and exported to Spain.
There it was treated to a comprehensive body-off restoration during which numerous new parts were installed, including: clutch, alloy radiator, brake master cylinder and pipes, heater box, stainless steel exhaust, windscreen, bumpers, front and rear lights, chrome wire wheels and spinners, low profile tyres, and Black mohair hood. In addition, the 4. 2 litre engine was completely overhauled and the Jaguar re-liveried in Carmen Red. Advised that `VBY 438E' was only used for weekend jaunts, and car shows in Malaga in particular, before arriving in the UK in June 2017.
The current owner purchased the car in 2019 and instigated a number of further upgrades. During 2020 various additional works have been carried out to make this wonderful roadster even better whilst still retaining its period feel and this includes:
Quality conversion to right-hand drive with the useful addition of power-steering
Uprated sound system including period radio with DAB and Bluetooth
Fitment of tracking device.
Fitment of seatbelts
Cylinder head skimmed to produce modest increase in bhp
Uprated front brake Callipers for enhanced braking.
Uprated new starter motor
A further period of restoration costing £4, 500. 00 was carried out in 2024. Including the following
Remove RH front suspension stub axle and swivel joints.
Replace upper swivel joint, shim as required.
Clean up lower swivel joint, fit new dust boot.
New water pump and Carburettor overhaul
Recent service and rolling road tuning to increase performance and fuel economy
