2009-01-13 21:36:51 | Jag-Lovers writes:

www.classicthrottleshop.com.au/classics.htm

1965 Jaguar E Type Series 1 4.2 Coupe
Signal Red
Coupe
Manual
4.2 litre Straight 6
54,617 miles
VIN-No. 1E30066
A$ 59,950


First introduced at the New York Motor Show in 1961. The Jaguar E Type stunned the world and became the car that defined the "swinging sixties". Aerodynamically designed by Malcolm Sayer with many features developed during the 1950's when Jaguar dominated racing at Lemans and many other famous circuits around the world.
At a time when the average car was considered fast if it could reach 100 mph, Autocar magazine road tested the new E Type and reached a staggering 150 mph. The first cars had a 3.8 litre engine, independent suspension front and rear, disc brakes on all four wheels and rack and pinion steering. This all added up to a car that rode, handled and stopped very well.

In 1965 Jaguar updated the E Type to 4.2 litres. With this came a number of other improvements including the all synchro gearbox, better clutch, pre-engage starter motor, better brakes, better seats and more torque. However the car retained is early pure styling with glassed over headlights.

This 'left hand drive' two seater fixed head coupe has been very well maintained. Originating from Cleveland Ohio in the USA. The body is solid with good panel fit. The Signal red paint has a good finish with only a few imperfections.

The interior trim has a nice patina to the leather and retains its original wood rimmed steering wheel. Optional chrome wire wheels give the car some extra sparkle. mechanically the car is first rate, drives really well with plenty of power.

This car would make a great daily driver as it is in such usable condition and at such a reasonable price.

2012-02-02 03:56:38 | Gavin King writes:

Purchased from the Classic Throttle Shop by Andrew Dyson-Smith. Quickly discovered the car was not as good as it was made out. Dismantled by the owner. Body restored and painted by Concours Sportscar Restoration including new bonnet. Engine also built and modified by Concours and much assembly work completed along with the owner. Willwood brakes, 5 speed gearbox, 300+hp. Stunning car. Gavin King - Concours Sportscar Restoration www.concours.com.au

2025-07-11 23:18:22 | Reno writes:

car is for sale at Concours Sportscar Restoration (CSR) in New South Wales, Australia

concours.com.au/for_sale/1964-jaguar-e-type-si-4-2/

Description:
The car offered for sale here is chassis number 1E30066 making it just the 66th left hand drive coupe 4.2 fixed head coupe produced. Manufactured on the 17th of September, 1964 and dispatched to Jaguar Cars, New York on the 28th of September 1964, the Opalescat Maroon with black interior coupe was sold to a Mr F Clinton of New York City. Nothing is known of it’s life in the states nor when it made it’s way to Australia. The car was advertised for sale by The Classic Throttle Shop in North Sydney in January 2009 and caught the eye of the current owner. It was described as a good solid car with patina but importantly was full numbers matching, complete and in good overall condition. The car was showing 54,617 miles.
Perfect as a starting point for a total restoration, the car was purchased and Concours Sportscar Restoration was commissioned to perform a full restoration on the car incorporating a long list of upgrades and finishing it in the gorgeous colour combination of Opalescent Dark Green with suede green interior. After stripping the car to a bare shell, the body was restored expertly which included fitting a new Jaguar Heritage bonnet. The original 4.2 litre engine was subject to tried and proven upgrades to produce 315hp and a 5 speed gearbox was fitted (the original 4 speed transmission remains with the car). Fully upgraded suspension with adjustable shock absorbers, willwood front brakes and the rarely seen but beautiful polished alloy D Type style Dunlop wheels were chosen. The stainless steel extractors and big bore exhaust lets onlookers know that this E Type means business.
Upon completion of the restoration in 2011, the car has been used sparingly having only travelled only 1682 miles since, but is always serviced annually by Concours Sportscar Restoration and presents today in the exact “as restored” condition 13 years later.