2015-10-22 17:54:36 | Anonymous writes:

Registration: AMJ757C

Chassis Number: 1E20537

Engine Number: 7E12868/9 (original 7E 3523-9 block included in sale)

Number of cylinders: 6

CC: 4.2

Year of Manufacture: 1965

Estimate (£): 50,000 - 60,000

This original UK RHD example, was bought by a Mr JMC Shand and first registered on the 2nd April 1965. Mr Shand was a well-known race and rally driver - particularly driving Jaguar MkVIIs & XK120s but also Lotus lightweights in the 50s & 60s. The car subsequently passed to Mr. I Willis of Washington, Tyne & Wear, before being bought by the current owner in 1984.

At the time of purchase, the mileage was 62,000. Between 1984 and 1990 it covered approximately 8,600 miles and all of the MoTs for this period are available. The car was taken off the road and fully restored in the 1990s - and subsequently stored in a dehumidified garage until it was recommissioned in March 2012, the MoT showing a mileage of 70,637. The car was again MoT'd in 2013 with a mileage of 70,684 and has subsequently covered less than 20 miles.

Earlier this year the car was once again awoken and fully recommissioned by Jagtech Limited, Jaguar Specialists with the engine being fully rebuilt to exacting manufacturer's tolerances by E-type engine specialists, West Riding Independent Ltd at a cost in excess of £7,000.

Where possible parts were used from the original engine, including the head and crank, however the original block was found to be damaged and has been replaced with the correct type from a 1967 Jaguar E-type engine. The original engine block (7e 3523-9) will be included in the sale and we understand it could be repaired if desired.

As well as the engine work undertaken a further £6,000 has been spent on re-commissioning the car to ensure it looks its finest.

Presented in sparkling Opalescent Dark Green and in superb condition all round, the car is accompanied by a similarly excellent history file. A very well cared for example with an interesting history and benefitting from significant expenditure, this car wants nothing but a new custodian.

2015-11-09 17:05:11 | pauls writes:

Above is auction listing:
www.silverstoneauctions.com/jaguar-xk-e--e-type--series-1-fixed-head-coupe

NEC Classic Motor Show Sale
Lot 316

2021-11-25 04:55:26 | Maxwell Shand writes:

My Grandfather Jimmy Shand used to race this car. I would love to try and locate it in order to perhaps visit the car or see it when it is next out at a show or event.

Fingers crossed for a reply!

Max

Mob. 07968 716 513

2021-11-25 14:06:25 | pauls writes:

As of today its still on the tax rolls according to DVLA, MOT due June 2022. You may be able to find the owner from DVLA, though I don't know their rules.

2025-01-09 20:56:06 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.classic-trader.com/uk/cars/listing/jaguar/e-type/e-type-4-2/1965/404526

Seller's description:

Graeme Hunt Ltd, London

Every once in a while, we get a car in the showroom that just feels like perfection. And this Jaguar E-Type Series I 4.2 FHC is exactly that-a beautifully restored example of what many consider the most iconic British sports car ever made. We've had the privilege of working on and selling some fantastic E-Types over the years, but this one? This one ranks exceptionally high on the list. The way it sits, with its mega silhouette, that sweeping bonnet, and the unmistakable presence - tricky to replicate.

The beating heart is the 4.2-litre straight-six engine. Jaguar made significant improvements when they introduced the 4.2-liter version of the E-Type. This engine gives you more torque than the earlier 3.8, making it much more drivable around town while still offering that raw, thrilling performance when you put your foot down. It's paired with a four-speed manual gearbox that's smooth yet tactile-every shift is a satisfying connection between you and the car. The suspension, with its independent rear setup, gives you that wonderful combination of comfort and control, making the E-Type equally happy on a twisty road as it is cruising through city streets.

As always, I took this one out for a drive to the park for its photoshoot, and have to say, it's everything you'd expect from an E-Type-and then some. That feeling when you fire up the engine and hear the low growl from the twin exhausts, it's an experience that never gets old. The car feels poised, eager, and ready to deliver pure driving pleasure. Gliding through the streets, heads were turning left and right, and when I parked it for the shoot, I had a crowd within minutes. There's just something about this car that draws people in.

This particular car has undergone an extensive restoration, documented in a huge history file that we are proud to offer with the car. No stone was left unturned during the restoration, and the result is simply stunning. The car retains its original factory color, which has been beautifully finished, and it comes with a Jaguar Heritage Certificate confirming that all the numbers match. It's a level of authenticity and attention to detail that's hard to find, especially in a car that looks this good.

This is a car that still has that magical ability to transport you back to a time when driving was all about passion. It's fast, it's gorgeous, and it's a real piece of British motoring history. This E-Type is truly something special-one of those rare cars that's as good to drive as it is to look at.