2026-04-21 17:47:16 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
motorcartrader.com/vehicle/jaguaretype-series1-forsale/

Seller's description:
1967 Jaguar E-type Series 1 Roadster
$185,000
This 1967 Jaguar E-type Series 1 Roadster was built on September 14 of 1966 and the date of dispatch was October 7th of 1966. This Jaguar with chassis number 1E13506 (not a Series 1.25 or Series 1.5) is finished with its original color of Carmen Red with Beige interior. The new paint was completed in March of 2026 and the interior was also restored in the original color of Beige. This is a matching numbers Jaguar E-type Series 1 4.2 Roadster as per the Identification plate and confirmed with the Jaguar Heritage certificate showing numbers from the factory. A new Stayfast canvas top and boot were installed in the original color of black. We purchased this great car from the son of the original owner, and the car has only 63,860 miles which we understand to be original. This wonderful car was meticulously maintained throughout its life.

The stunning Jaguar presented here, in addition to new paint, brightwork, interior and top, also went through a mechanical refresh of started in fall of 2025 and completed in 2026. A $60,000 refresh of this special car has been completed over the past 6 months. The invoices are in the image gallery, but the following are highlights of some of the work completed and upgrades.

Original engine torn down to install new timing kit.
New water pump, thermostat, hoses and gaskets were replaced.
A valve adjustment was completed and the original cylinder head decked.
The chain tensioner was reset.
New clutch kit installed.
New rear main seal installed.
New clutch master cylinder installed.
Carburetors rebuilt.
New steering rack mounts.
New aluminum radiator installed with an all-new cooling hose kit.
New electric fan kit installed.
New 205/70 R15 tires installed on new and upgraded 6” wide stainless spoke chrome wire wheels.
New brake servo and master cylinder installed.
New spin on oil filter installed.
New battery installed.
New engine mounts.
Pertronix Electronic ignition installed.
New beige carpet kit installed with a new underfelt kit.
Lether seats, center console and door panels restored.
New original style 15” steering wheel installed.
New chrome tail lamps installed.
New rear chrome bumpers, overriders and seals.
New front chrome bumpers, overriders and seals.
New stainless-steel exhaust installed.
New Stayfast Black canvas convertible top installed.
New Stayfast Black canvas convertible top boot installed.
New Retro Europa Radio installation with Bluetooth.
New radio speakers installed.
Upper and lower ball joint replaced.
Front and Rear shocks replaced.
Heater box rebuilt with a new heater motor, heater core and fan.
All switches gone through and wiring checked.
All fuses were replaced and wiring cleaned as needed.
Speedometer repaired as well as fuel gauge and map light carriers.
New paint is finished in the original color of Carmen Red.
The results of the cold compression test completed on 4/14/2026 were 140psi to 145psi when the engine was cold.
The original underside was cleaned by hand, inspected and there is no rust on this Jaguar E-type.

In addition, to having a flawless fit and finished, this Jaguar E-type is an exceptional driving car. Overall, this car is a great show/driver type of car and most of our clients want to drive the cars they purchase from us and why we spend so much time making our cars right to drive anywhere. The clutch being new feels good. Furthermore, all gears go in easily and with no noises upon shifting gears. This E-type has excellent throttle response with plenty of pull in all gears. The engine temperature holds on hot North Carolina days with the new aluminum radiator and cooling fan installed. The oil pressure at warm idle of 600 rpm is over 20 pounds and when warm it climbs to above 60 pounds when at speed with a new oil sender installed. In addition, the car stops straight with a new braking system and does not pull or fade in either direction on hard braking. The steering is easy with the front end being redone and there is no shake at higher speeds as the car was aligned and the wheels balanced perfectly. The ride in this car is so incredibly smooth, tight and sure to please any enthusiast