1968 Jaguar E-Type Series I 4.2 Fixedhead Coupe

Introduced in May 1961, the Jaguar E-type 3.8 FHC was a sensation with classic good looks and performance unrivaled at the price. Often heralded as the most beautiful car of all time Jaguar, not surprisingly, made no significant changes until the introduction of the 4.2 engine in October 1964. Additionally, they incorporated an all-synchromesh gearbox, increased legroom and better torque from the new capacity engine. This resulted in the best driving E-type and now a Grand Tourer to match the best being produced by its rivals. The E-type still continued to hammer the opposition on pricing.

A Jaguar Heritage certificate show this particular Series I 4.2 Fixed Head Coupe was supplied new on 4th April 1968 in left-hand drive by Jaguar Cars New York to a Captain P.J. Ognibene. Much of the history of the car is largely unknown, but we believe the car was imported to the UK in 2014 when a restoration was commenced with a previous owner. At this time it was converted to right-hand drive and registered in October 2016 with the DVLA issuing "EFX 337C" as its registration.

Since then the car has undergone further improvements with a full body respray in Black and a full interior retrim by respected specialists Aldridge Trimmers. Other modifications have included the fitting of triple Weber carburetors, a tubular stainless-steel exhaust manifold, an uprated aluminium radiator with thermostatic control, a new steering rack, new hoses, belts, doors-handles, lights, engine mounts, water pump and a new sump. There are bills in the history file for parts alone totalling over £6,000.

This makes this rejuvenated E-type a very useable classic with some small tweaks to aid everyday driving. Supplied with a UK V5c, this smart Series 1 FHC represents an opportunity to sample the delights of E-Type motoring.