1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 Fixed Head Coupe

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The Jaguar E-Type – or XKE in North America – turned heads amongst show goers when it was unveiled at the March 1961 Geneva Auto Salon, combining a lithe body with advanced for the period engineering, a 150-mph top speed, and a price at least half that of more exotic rivals from Aston Martin or Ferrari. Owing much of its underlying design and construction methods to the Le Mans-winning Jaguar D-Type, the E-Type utilized a light and rigid semi-monocoque structure with the engine, and front and rear suspension mounted on tubular steel subframes. Contributing to handling and ride quality, other innovations included front and rear independent suspension, rack and pinion steering, and four-wheel servo-assisted disc brakes, at a time when scarcely any mass-produced cars had them. Beneath the clamshell hood lay the latest development of Jaguar’s XK inline-six-cylinder engine producing 265 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, while thrust was delivered to the rear wheels through a four-speed transmission with a Salisbury limited-slip differential. Early Series 1 E-Types remain among the most sought-after examples by collectors for their gorgeous, uncluttered styling, arguably representing the model in its purest form.

Highlights 

• Highly desirable Series 1 covered headlight example 

• 3.8-liter straight six-cylinder engine topped with triple SU carburetors 

• Five-speed manual transmission 

• Equipped with desirable replica Dunlop alloy wheels by Moss secured with knock-off hubs 

• Nicely restored example presented in classic British Racing Green 

• Biscuit leather-trimmed interior featuring Smiths instrumentation and a Motorola push-button radio 

• Accompanied by a set of 15-inch wire wheels mounted with Pirelli P400 tires 

• Service in 2017 included rebuilding the alternator, rewiring the cooling fan, replacing the battery, replacing the driver’s-side tail lamp bulb holder, replacing the horn relay and horns, and rebuilding the upper steering column 

• This E-Type Series 1 3.8 FHC is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just over 55,200 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Chrome bumpers with over-riders, front and rear 

• Chrome driver’s side exterior rearview mirrors 

• Chrome dual exhaust outlets 

• Vented hood  

• Antenna 

• Manual windows 

• Wood-rimmed steering wheel and shift knob  

• Seat belts 

• Cigar lighter 

• Map light 

• Four-wheel disc brakes   

Known Imperfections 

• Upholstery separating around the rear hatch window 

• Light surface rust present on the trunk floor 

• Light surface rust present on the exhaust manifold 

• Passenger quarter window weather stripping is peeling 

Included 

• Wire spare wheel 

• Wheel mallet  

• Service manual 

• Service records 

Ownership History

The consignor reports acquiring this Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Liter Fixed Head Coupe in 2016. 

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Michael Deeb Phone: 415.509.1998 email: mdeeb@hagerty.com