1964 Jaguar E-Type

• Original UK-supplied Right Hand Drive
• Matching numbers engine and gearbox
• Meticulously restored to original colours of Carmen red with Black interior
• Recent servicing with marque specialists

MODEL HISTORY  

The Jaguar E-type caused a sensation when it was launched at the 1961 Geneva Salon.

Not only did aerodynamicist Malcolm Sayer came up with one of the most beautiful automotive shapes of all time, the E-type also offered 150mph performance from its 3.8-litre straight-six engine – and all for a price that was significantly less than its rivals from Aston Martin and Ferrari. 

Beneath the skin, the E-type owed much to the Le Mans-winning D-type, and used a monocoque centre section with a subframe carrying the engine and front suspension. At the rear, independent suspension was fitted at a time when many of Jaguar’s rivals still employed a traditional live axle, and disc brakes were used all round.

In October 1964, the E-type received an updated 4.2-litre engine. Also developed for use in the Mark X saloon, the bigger ‘six’ provided a boost in torque – up from 261 to 283lb ft. 

At the same time, the old Moss gearbox was replaced by a new all-synchromesh, four-speed Jaguar unit, and more comfortable seats were installed, plus improved electrics and a new brake servo. Two body styles were initially offered – a roadster and a fixed-head coupé – and a 2+2 model was added to the range in 1966.