1965 Jaguar E-Type SI
4.2 Roadster Project-
Baujahr1965
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AutomobiltypCabriolet / Roadster
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LenkungLenkung rechts
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ZustandGebraucht
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Markenfarbe außenTBA
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InnenfarbeSonstige
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InnenausstattungLeather
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Standort
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AußenfarbeSonstige
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GetriebeManuell
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Antrieb2wd
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KraftstoffPetrol
Beschreibung
Coys Auction
Ascot Racecourse,
Berkshire SL5 7JX
Saturday 2 October 2010 at 3pm
On its Geneva Show debut in March 1961 the Jaguar E-Type caused a sensation, with all the promise of its looks confirmed by a 150mph top speed and 0-60 and 0-100mph in 6.9 and 16.2 seconds respectively; fast indeed, and combined with superb roadholding and remarkable docility. In October 1964 it was superceded by the 4.2 litre model; apart from the capacity increase from 3,781cc to 4,235cc and improved torque but the same power, it boasted an all new synchromesh gearbox, better brake servo and seats, an alternator and leather-faced rather than aluminium dashboard.
This Roadster is a great project that when completed will be a genuine right hand drive Series 1 4.2 roadster, which makes it one of the most sought after of all E type models.
Most of the major work has been completed with the exterior finished in two pack etch primer and new panels (supplied by Martin Robey) are Waxoiled with the underside and i