1966 Jaguar E Type Series 1 2 + 2 Coupe

It is difficult to imagine the impact that the Jaguar E-type had when it was launched back in 1961. When the average saloon had a top speed of 70 mph and most were desperately dull, the E-type was an instant sensation, pre-empting computer aided design. The pre-eminent aerodynamist Malcom Sayer uniquely applied complex mathematical formulae to create the stunning E-type shape. Ironically he hated being called a stylist, yet he designed what is arguably one of the most beautiful car ever seen. Today manufacturers build hundreds of prototypes when developing a new car, Jaguar built just a handful of cars prior to launch, the story of the E-type is legendary around the globe.

With its top speed of 150 mph and a price tag of £2196 for the FHC, it was less than half the price of any of its contemporaries from either Italy or Germany. The E-type moved the goal posts and it set an entirely new agenda. The series 1 is by far the prettiest E-type whether open, coupe or 2 + 2. The glass headlamp covers and the pre US front and rear lights combine with a proper Jaguar dashboard that the later cars just didn't get.

The vendor informs us that this Series 1 2 + 2 is an original UK matching numbers car which is in superb order mechanically with excellent oil pressure and no overheating problems thanks to a major engine mechanical overhaul to fast road spec within the last twelve months, which cost in excess of £6000 . It is no surprise that the car drives particularly well and handles superbly. This particular car also benefits from Coopercraft brakes, improved cooling system with Kevlar hoses, new stainless steel exhaust, upgraded fuel pump, new suspension bushes and high power halogen headlights, along with new chrome wire wheels with the proper Dunlop Sport Aquajet tyres. We are informed by the vendor that the car was rolling road tested in May of this year confirming 210 BHP at the wheels. Finished in Opalescent metallic silver with contrasting Ox blood red leather this looks absolutely magnificent viewed from any angle. The added 9 inches in length that the 2 + 2 doors incorporate makes this car one of the most comfortable E-types available to drive, especially for the taller driver. This is a marvellous example of a very iconic motor car.