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Current JCNA C-5 National Champion
1965 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES I 4.2 LITER ROADSTER
Chassis No. 1E10059
Engine No. 7E1131-9
Carmen red with tan leather interior and tan soft top
Engine: six cylinder, in-line, twin overhead camshafts, 4,235cc, 265bhp at 5,400rpm; Gearbox: four speed manual; Suspension; front, independent torsion bar, rear independent coil. Brakes: four wheel Dunlop disc. Left hand drive.
Many superlatives have been used to describe the classic design of the Jaguar E-Type: sleek, racy, elegant, sporty. Referred to as 'the zenith of the Lyon's line', it has been called one of the most beautiful cars ever. In any case, since its introduction in 1961 few cars, if any, have had such universal appeal as the E-Type.
In 1964, following the initial production series, Jaguar adopted an updated version of the E-Type. The 4.2 Series I looked identical to earlier cars, but a larger 4.2 liter engine replaced the 3.8. The engine had re-spaced cylinder bores to accommodate the increase in displacement. A completely new crankshaft was designed in which the counter balance weights were repositioned, thus reducing the load on the main bearing. Peak torque was 283lb-ft (as compared to the 3.8's 240lb-ft.) In anticipation of the increased torque, thicker webs were added to the crankshaft. An all-synchromesh gearbox and an improved brake servo system were also fitted to the 4.2 cars and as such the 4.2 roadster is often regarded as the optimum balance between performance and beauty.
Being only the fifty-ninth example built and originally supplied by Hoffman in New York outfit in Carmen red with red interior, this car retains a few interesting features (like so many other very early 4.2's) which were carried over from the previous 3.8 model, such as the 3.8 bulkhead and 3.8 aluminum shift console (albeit trimmed in leather.) In 2002 the current owner purchased the car in non-running, poor condition and in dire need of restoration. Thus, he entrusted the job to the respected and multi-JCNA (Jaguar Club of North America) winning restoration shop, Jeff's Resurrections in Taylor, Texas. Fortunately the majority of the car was original, with the only significant component not to have survived being the original cylinder head. Over the next three years a painstaking nut and bolt restoration was undertaken and nothing less than a show winning result would suffice. Every single component was rebuilt, replaced or restored, and attention to detail was as demanding visually as it was mechanically to ensure that the driving experience was also akin to that of a brand new car. The owner decided that the original interior trim was too overwhelming thus the decision was made to retrim the interior in the well-suited choice of tan leather.
As one would expect, no stone was left unturned and by the time the car was completed (just last year) it immediately hit the grueling JCNA show circuit, and instantly garnered critical acclaim which in turn granted eligibility for National honors. Entered in the highly competitive C-5 class (Series I E-Types) it duly came out on top and took first place with a flawless 100 point score. Describing the condition in general is a fickle exercise given the accolade it currently holds, thus we proudly compare this E-Type as being able to offer exactly the same experience as the original owner had when the car was supplied new. There can be no better example of this iconic and highly usable British sports car and viewing is highly recommended indeed.
1965 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES I 4.2 LITER ROADSTER
Chassis No. 1E10059
Engine No. 7E1131-9
Carmen red with tan leather interior and tan soft top
Engine: six cylinder, in-line, twin overhead camshafts, 4,235cc, 265bhp at 5,400rpm; Gearbox: four speed manual; Suspension; front, independent torsion bar, rear independent coil. Brakes: four wheel Dunlop disc. Left hand drive.
Many superlatives have been used to describe the classic design of the Jaguar E-Type: sleek, racy, elegant, sporty. Referred to as 'the zenith of the Lyon's line', it has been called one of the most beautiful cars ever. In any case, since its introduction in 1961 few cars, if any, have had such universal appeal as the E-Type.
In 1964, following the initial production series, Jaguar adopted an updated version of the E-Type. The 4.2 Series I looked identical to earlier cars, but a larger 4.2 liter engine replaced the 3.8. The engine had re-spaced cylinder bores to accommodate the increase in displacement. A completely new crankshaft was designed in which the counter balance weights were repositioned, thus reducing the load on the main bearing. Peak torque was 283lb-ft (as compared to the 3.8's 240lb-ft.) In anticipation of the increased torque, thicker webs were added to the crankshaft. An all-synchromesh gearbox and an improved brake servo system were also fitted to the 4.2 cars and as such the 4.2 roadster is often regarded as the optimum balance between performance and beauty.
Being only the fifty-ninth example built and originally supplied by Hoffman in New York outfit in Carmen red with red interior, this car retains a few interesting features (like so many other very early 4.2's) which were carried over from the previous 3.8 model, such as the 3.8 bulkhead and 3.8 aluminum shift console (albeit trimmed in leather.) In 2002 the current owner purchased the car in non-running, poor condition and in dire need of restoration. Thus, he entrusted the job to the respected and multi-JCNA (Jaguar Club of North America) winning restoration shop, Jeff's Resurrections in Taylor, Texas. Fortunately the majority of the car was original, with the only significant component not to have survived being the original cylinder head. Over the next three years a painstaking nut and bolt restoration was undertaken and nothing less than a show winning result would suffice. Every single component was rebuilt, replaced or restored, and attention to detail was as demanding visually as it was mechanically to ensure that the driving experience was also akin to that of a brand new car. The owner decided that the original interior trim was too overwhelming thus the decision was made to retrim the interior in the well-suited choice of tan leather.
As one would expect, no stone was left unturned and by the time the car was completed (just last year) it immediately hit the grueling JCNA show circuit, and instantly garnered critical acclaim which in turn granted eligibility for National honors. Entered in the highly competitive C-5 class (Series I E-Types) it duly came out on top and took first place with a flawless 100 point score. Describing the condition in general is a fickle exercise given the accolade it currently holds, thus we proudly compare this E-Type as being able to offer exactly the same experience as the original owner had when the car was supplied new. There can be no better example of this iconic and highly usable British sports car and viewing is highly recommended indeed.