The Jaguar E-Type was the sensation of the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, with its mixture of performance, looks and value for money. Bearing a strong visual and structural resemblance to the highly aerodynamic D-Type sports racer, which had achieved Jaguar’s fifth outright victory at Le Mans in 1957, the E-type was a perfect example of how to build hard won racing experience into a road production car. First appearing in 3.8 litre form the engine capacity was increased to 4.2 liters in December 1964 and gained in torque, now also benefiting from an all-synchromesh gearbox. There were also major technical improvements in the clutch and electrical cooling systems. Inside, the interior had better seats, revised dashboard, armrests and a storage compartment on the transmission tunnel. This model is often considered to have a more desirable specification that the later series 2 and 3 cars that were more orientated towards the strict regulations of the American market. The 4.2 understandably was a huge success particularly in the all important US market. Car and Driver reported in 1965 that “no other make has ever fired the enthusiast’s imagination to the same degree, or over such a sustained period of years”. In England, Motor Sport magazine editor Bill Boddy reported that the new 4.2 E-Type engine was much quieter and that first gear could be selected at 40 mph without drama. He and a colleague then proceeded to travel every motorway in the country at speeds up to 140 mph. Autocar managed an average speed of 153mph in their 4.2 over two runs! This roadster was delivered new to the USA market in mid-1967 and distributed through Jaguar Cars of New York, it was originally was finished in Opalescent Silver Blue with Dark Blue upholstery. The first owner is recorded as a Mr. Philip Raoul Gordon from Baltimore, Maryland. In around 1977 the car was acquired by a young Doctor also from Maryland (probably as the 2nd owner) and would remain his pride and joy for the next 28 years. Initially it was used as a daily driver in conjunction with a ’67 E-type Coupe, but after getting married in 1984 and with a young family on the way the E-type was seldom driven. In 2005 it passed to the current ownership and has since benefited from a huge amount of work and restoration costs. At some stage during its life the original engine was replaced with another 4.2 liter unit. Work has included a bare metal repaint in Jaguar color code 260 of Silver Grey and a complete retrim with stunning tan upholstery and interior along with a new dark brown top. The engine was fully rebuilt along with the suspension and brakes. A new wiring loom was also fitted. In total the owner believes he has around $150,000 invested in this iconic and beautiful covered headlamp Jaguar E-Type Roadster.
The Jaguar E-Type was the sensation of the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, with its mixture of performance, looks and value for money. Bearing a strong visual and structural resemblance to the highly aerodynamic D-Type sports racer, which had achieved Jaguar’s fifth outright victory at Le Mans in 1957, the E-type was a perfect example of how to build hard won racing experience into a road production car. First appearing in 3.8 litre form the engine capacity was increased to 4.2 liters in December 1964 and gained in torque, now also benefiting from an all-synchromesh gearbox. There were also major technical improvements in the clutch and electrical cooling systems. Inside, the interior had better seats, revised dashboard, armrests and a storage compartment on the transmission tunnel. This model is often considered to have a more desirable specification that the later series 2 and 3 cars that were more orientated towards the strict regulations of the American market. The 4.2 understandably was a huge success particularly in the all important US market. Car and Driver reported in 1965 that “no other make has ever fired the enthusiast’s imagination to the same degree, or over such a sustained period of years”. In England, Motor Sport magazine editor Bill Boddy reported that the new 4.2 E-Type engine was much quieter and that first gear could be selected at 40 mph without drama. He and a colleague then proceeded to travel every motorway in the country at speeds up to 140 mph. Autocar managed an average speed of 153mph in their 4.2 over two runs! This roadster was delivered new to the USA market in mid-1967 and distributed through Jaguar Cars of New York, it was originally was finished in Opalescent Silver Blue with Dark Blue upholstery. The first owner is recorded as a Mr. Philip Raoul Gordon from Baltimore, Maryland. In around 1977 the car was acquired by a young Doctor also from Maryland (probably as the 2nd owner) and would remain his pride and joy for the next 28 years. Initially it was used as a daily driver in conjunction with a ’67 E-type Coupe, but after getting married in 1984 and with a young family on the way the E-type was seldom driven. In 2005 it passed to the current ownership and has since benefited from a huge amount of work and restoration costs. At some stage during its life the original engine was replaced with another 4.2 liter unit. Work has included a bare metal repaint in Jaguar color code 260 of Silver Grey and a complete retrim with stunning tan upholstery and interior along with a new dark brown top. The engine was fully rebuilt along with the suspension and brakes. A new wiring loom was also fitted. In total the owner believes he has around $150,000 invested in this iconic and beautiful covered headlamp Jaguar E-Type Roadster.
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