2026-03-05 14:41:03 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 4/26

cars.bonhams.com/auction/31854/preview-lot/6124869/1962-jaguar-e-type-38-litre-c ...

Auction description:

THIS VEHICLE IS TO BE AUCTIONED AT GOODWOOD MEMBERS MEETING 19TH APRIL

1962 Jaguar E-Type 3.8-Litre Coupe

Registration no. 413 VHY

Chassis no. 860559

Engine no. R5503-9

• Professionally restored in 1999

• Extensive mechanical works and upgrades 2013-2021

• Five-speed gearbox, power steering, Zeus brakes, etc

• Regular attendee at the Goodwood Members' and Revival meetings

• Good history file

Described by our vendor as in excellent condition, this beautiful E-Type coupé was owned for 20 years by John Collett, who ran a professional body shop and restored the car in 1999 including bodywork, paint and an interior retrim (there are no bills for this work). Between 2013 and 2021, much mechanical work - including numerous sensible upgrades - was carried out by the subsequent owner. These works included reconditioning the engine; modifying the cylinder head to unleaded compatibility; fitting 'hotter' camshafts; converting to alternator negative-earth electrics; and installing 123 electronic ignition and a Lucas sport coil. Other notable features include a five-speed gearbox; 8" chrome wire wheels shod with Dunlop Sport tyres; Zeus brakes; smaller steering wheel and EZ power steering; Poly-bushed suspension; Gaz adjustable shock absorbers; and a quartz clock (original Moss gearbox with car).

A regular attendee to watch the Goodwood Members' and Revival meetings, the car comes with its original buff logbook; a Jaguar Heritage Certificate; original brochure; owner's manual; lubrication chart; MoTs from 2014 to date; and bills from 1999 onwards, all filed in a personalised maroon leather four-ring binder. Indeed it is a testament to the fact the car has had only three owners in the last 32 years. Tools, handbooks and some spare gaskets are included in the sale. MoT'd at time of cataloguing and offered with a V5C Registration Certificate, '413 VHY' represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire a fine example of Jaguar's iconic E-Type boasting just about all the mechanical improvements one could wish for.