Description

Interior & Equipment

The original Jaguar bucket seats were beautifully retrimmed in July 2015 by AFL Upholstery, St. Helier, Jersey, in fine Cranberry Leather, new deep pile red carpets and underfelt, two sets of tailor-made overmats, retrimmed original door cards with flawless chrome furniture. Unmarked refurbished dashboard and leather centre console, fitted with a Motorola push-button radio.

Old English White headlining on the hardtop and retrimmed to perfection. All interior lighting, crystal clear Smiths gauges, Lucas dipping rear view mirror, toggle switches and electrics work as they were intended.

Wood-rimmed 3-spoke brushed aluminium E-Type steering wheel and original Growler centre boss...

A truly exceptional interior, beautifully restored and stunning throughout.

Exterior

The bodywork has been meticulously prepared by specialist craftsman Gary Fowler before being expertly painted in February 2022 by renowned restorer Sean Watson of The Old Coachworks, Over Wallop, Hampshire. Finished in its original factory colour, Jaguar Golden Sand, the bodywork alone cost £16,944.

The paint finish and bodywork are magnificent, with a uniform deep gloss shine throughout, perfect factory panel fit, shut lines and gaps. The underside finish is equally as impressive as the top... Simply outstanding.

'Originality' was key during the restoration, original brightwork replated where possible or replaced with quality new items, Lucas lighting all around with better performing H4 halogen headlights, all glass unmarked and etched with the car's original registration mark.

A new concours-winning correct specification BAS International black mohair hood fitted with new chrome trim and new hood frame. The hood opens and closes with ease and fits perfectly. A brand new black mohair hood envelope complements this exceptional Roadster... Simply Wonderful

Standard Equipment

Laminated Windscreen, Gauges for Speed, Rev Counter, Fuel, Oil Pressure, Battery and Water Temperature, Analogue Clock, Centre Ashtray, Heater, Electric Cooling Fan.

Additional Equipment

Full Stainless Steel Exhaust System With Horned Tail Pipes, Enamelled High Gloss Black Exhaust Manifolds, Twin Stainless Door Mirrors, Tinted Glass, Stainless Wire Wheels, H4 Halogen Headlights, 3 Spoke Wood Rim Steering Wheel.

Wheels, Tyres & Brakes

WHEELS - Sitting on stainless steel highly polished 6.0 x 15 72-spoke wire wheels and 2-ear spinners, with all matching perfect ER70VR15 Dunlop SP Sport Tyres 205/70 VR15 at a cost of £3,820.

BRAKES - The brake system was upgraded by Retro Motor Services, Wolston Nr Coventry in August 2023. A new upgraded Zeus Brake Kit was fitted plus a new servo, giving the car excellent braking feel and capability.

SUSPENSION - Fitted with fully adjustable front and rear AVO Technics dampers.

All new steering is precise and responsive... She handles beautifully.

Engine & Transmission

The fully detailed engine and engine bay house the incredible Jaguar 3781cc straight-6 engine, 265 bhp at 5500 rpm, 260 ft-lb torque at 4000 rpm with triple 2-inch SU carburettors, vitreous black enamelled exhaust manifolds, electronic ignition and high performance starter motor.

The Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate documents that this is a correct numbers matching engine. The engine was extensively rebuilt by A.A. McInnes Jaguar Specialists, Dudley Hill, Bradford on 4th March 1994 at a recorded mileage of 52,153.

On the road she cannot fail to impress and what a joy to drive. The original Moss manual gearbox was fully rebuilt in August 2026 by Clayton Classics at a cost of £4,800, a new clutch was fitted at the same time which is light in operation, gear changes slick and precise and starts hot or cold without issue.

The 3.8 Series crisp exhaust note is magical through the full stainless exhaust system with horned tailpipes.

Summary

The E-Type’s impact on the motoring world when it was first unveiled is now the stuff of legend, and for many enthusiasts, the early examples remain the most coveted and desirable of all.

The Jaguar Heritage Certificate documents that this E-Type Roadster was originally built on 6th August 1964 as a UK home market vehicle, chassis number 850940, finished in Golden Sand Metallic with a black soft top, red interior, manual transmission, and dispatched to authorised Jaguar Dealers Henleys of London on 29th August 1964, she also retains her original issued registration number.

Notably, this was the penultimate Series 1 Jaguar E-Type Roadster ever made and confirmed in writing by the Communications and Public Affairs Director at Jaguar Cars Limited.

The comprehensive history file documents a wealth of invoices for restoration, parts, and maintenance dating back to the 1980's, a copy of first registration documentation, just 5 previous owners from new, each recorded on a timeline plus an original sales receipt for £985 from Anthony Wolfe Motors, Northholt, Middlesex to the second keeper Mr D. Cullen dated 31st January 1968, who part exchanged his Renault Floride for £300 against it, and past MOT certificates.

In September 2014 the car was sold to Mr S. Dorey, Saint Saviour, Jersey, where it resided until returning back to the UK in February 2021.

In excess of £50,000 has been lavished on this gorgeous Roadster between September 2021 and August 2026, with comprehensive supporting documentation recording the work undertaken. This significant investment has brought this exceptional, last but one ever produced Jaguar E-Type Series 1 Roadster to the outstanding, show-standard condition in which it presents today.

Taxation Class: Historic Vehicle - Zero road tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt.

For peace of mind, a fresh 12 month MOT will be completed upon sale.

The HPi reports states that back in September 1997, 29 years ago, the car was Category C insurance loss, damaged but repairable; the insurer decided not to repair. The history file does not document any of this but does document that the owner from 1992 to July 1997 lavished thousands of pounds on servicing and maintenance plus enjoyed many European trips to France and Switzerland. The history file documents in excess of £70,000 being spent on the car from the time of the accident to the present day. There's also a receipt in there for a new bonnet so we can assume it had front end damage. Today the car as you can see, is in impeccable order.

This is a show standard example in every way of the mighty Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Series Roadster. Ready to enjoy and show, viewing in our indoor showroom is highly recommended.

Competitive Finance Packages are available. Similar standard classic cars, sports cars, and Motorcycles are welcome in part exchange even whole collections, please ask for details.

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FREE DELIVERY… Price includes free trailered delivery using our own transport within 200 miles of ST17 0XJ

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More Details

We will consider any part exchange with funds either way no matter what it is. We have buyers in all fields of expertise, we would consider modern cars, campervans, motorhomes, motorcycles and of course any classic or sports car so just give us a call or drop us an email.

We can deliver any vehicle throughout the UK and Europe using our own covered transport or using one of our vehicle logistic partners, please ask for details.

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ABOUT VIBED CLASSIC CARS

Based in the heart of Staffordshire in a small village near Cannock Chase, we are a family-run business that provides a simple but satisfying experience of buying a hand-picked piece of motoring history. Our passion for all Classic Vehicles is second to none. We select only the very best vehicles and then present them ready for you to just enjoy.

We are completely hands-on with very high standards sourcing the very best and most desirable makes and models. We clean and detail each and every vehicle, as we're a bit OCD and love enjoying them at every opportunity.

All our vehicles come with lengthy MOTs or for Historic Taxation vehicles a comprehensive pre-delivery inspection so it's ready for you to just enjoy.

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