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3281966 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2-Litre 2+2 CoupéRegistration no. FHJ 39DChassis no. 1E50112Engine no. 7E51015-9The first significant up-grade of Jaguar’s sensational E-Type sportscar occurred in October 1964 with the launch of a 4.2-litre version,which featured an all-synchromesh gearbox and a host of otherimprovements as well as the bigger, torquier engine. The E-Type’stop speed of around 150mph remained unchanged, the mainperformance gain resulting from the larger engine being improvedacceleration. Like its 3.8-litre forbear, the 4.2-litre E-Type was built inroadster and coupé forms, and in 1966 was joined by an additional‘family friendly’ 2+2 coupé variant on a longer wheelbase. Withthe 2+2’s increased length and additional rear seats came greaterheadroom, more luggage space, improved heating/ventilation andoptional automatic transmission.An early example of its type (the 2+2 chassis number sequencecommenced at ‘1E50001’) this right-hand drive E-Type Coupé hasthe desirable manual transmission option. The car was purchased bythe immediately preceding owner in 2000 having already undergonepartial restoration, including a repaint, much of the work being carriedout by Jaguar specialists, Martin Robey.Since then further restoration has been undertaken by D & A DennisEngineers of Essex, including £5,500-worth of general works tothe chassis, interior, electrics, engine bay, body, etc. In addition,renowned marque specialists, J D Classics carried out extensiverenovation at a cost of circa £44,000, which was completed in 2004.Systems overhauled/parts replaced included the suspension, brakes,sills, carburettors, exhaust, wiring, battery, radiator, fans, heater andsun visors, (see full breakdown of works on file). Subsequently thecar was fully serviced by Racing Green and fitted with a high torquestarter motor.The current vendor purchased the E-Type at Bonhams’ GoodwoodRevival sale in September 2012 (Lot 131). Since then the car hasbenefited from some £15,000 spent with marque specialists TwyfordMoors on various works including rebuilding the differential andrear brake callipers; replacing the rear discs; fitting a new Facet fuelpump and braided fuel lines; renewing the steering rack mounts;fitting 1.2.3 electronic ignition; replacing the clutch slave cylinder;and repairing the alternator. Described as in generally very goodcondition, this ultimate British Gran Turismo is offered with sundryrestoration invoices, current MoT/tax and V5C registration document.£38,000 - 46,000€47,000 - 57,000Motor Cars | 155