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- The Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show Sale 2023
- 1972 Challenger 4.2-Litre E-Type Roadster
1972 Challenger 4.2-Litre E-Type Roadster
Lot Number: 393
1972 Challenger 4.2-Litre E-Type Roadster
Based on a steel monocoque/backbone centre section and using XJ6 mechanicals, the Triple C Challenger is clothed with a Jaguar-approved accurate fibreglass body moulded from a real 3.8 E-Type Series I Roadster.
- Sold for: £29,813
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 26th March, 2023 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
White -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
VAM 892D -
ODOMETER READING
16829 Miles
SUMMARY
Based on a steel monocoque/backbone centre section and using XJ6 mechanicals, the Triple C Challenger is clothed with a Jaguar-approved accurate fibreglass body moulded from a real 3.8 E-Type Series I Roadster.
DESCRIPTION
- An E-Type replica that was manufactured by Triple C from 1985 to 1992 with the approval of Jaguar. Using moulds taken from a Series 1 3.8, it is dimensionally accurate and later cars used Jaguar engines and suspension. Instrumentation and brightwork are also Jaguar sourced
- In addition to affordability, other advantages over the original include less corrosion with a glass fibre body and galvanised chassis, improved braking using XJ6 components, better cruising and fuel economy with overdrive or 5-speed gearboxes and more modern electrical systems
- This smart example is based on a powder-coated XJ6 floorpan with a 4.2-litre Jaguar straight-six and 5-speed manual gearbox
- The subject of much work; glass-out, trim-out respray. Five new chrome wire wheels
- Front running gear totally stripped, sand blasted and rebuilt with stainless steel nuts and bolts, new gaiters, ball joints, callipers etc.
- Total off-car, rear axle re-build with four new 28-stage adjustable Spax, new springs, new brake discs/callipers and pads
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New head gasket and crankshaft seals, new oil pump fitted, new camshaft bearing cups
- Unleaded cylinder head, new electronic ignition, polished rocker covers and water housing, twin SU carbs, new clutch master and slave cylinders, new alternator, new fuel sender unit, New AED (automatic enrichment device (choke))
- Brand new black mohair soft top recently fitted
- Just 16,829 miles since the build. Registered correctly as a 1972 Jaguar on the V5
- This is a very good replica in terms of looks and driving, and benefits from a bit more space between the seats
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 393
- Make
- CHALLENGER
- Model
- E-TYPE
- Registration Number
- VAM 892D
- MOT Expiry
- 19/08/2023
- Chassis Number
- 1L28755BW
- Engine Number
- 7L.59037.S
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- White
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
117 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Excellent resprayed 2 years ago.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
The interior is okay, this would be my next restoration project should the car not sell.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Engine very tidy no leaks very powerful.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
5 speed manual gearbox works a treat pleasure to drive.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Excellent, all restored.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Dash clock works intermittently, tick for a while then stops. electrical dash oil gauge works then sometimes fails suspect oil sender unit breaking down, new sender unit fitted but i believe its the wrong one and under reads.
Vehicle History
Remarks
lots of bills, spent far too much. Very good looking car, love it. but I'm not getting any younger.
Restoration Notes
Rear axle, diff rebuild, new brake callipers, discs, etc new 28 stage dampers plus springs, correct poundage for the light weight body shell, front running gear stripped sand blasted repainted refurbished new calliper pistons/seals new ball joints and bushes, new brake master/slave cylinders. new alternator. electronic ignition. engine part stripped, new cylinder head gasket, new camshaft shims, new front and rear crankshaft seals, new oil pump fitted,new seals and gaskets fitted. new AED (Automatic Enrichment Device, (choke) new fuel sender unit. new chrome cam cover/cylinder head nuts. new mohair soft top.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
TBC
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