2012-03-29 15:25:24 | Dave writes:

I notice this says: "built Feb. 14th 1962" How many were built per day? or is that the day it was finished? What are the chances of 860236 being built February 15th ? "My birthday"

2013-07-23 17:16:28 | pauls writes:

Car returned to auction 7/13
classiccars.brightwells.com/viewdetails.php

Sellers description:
Lot number 93
Hammer value £40,000
Description Jaguar E-Type S1 3.8 FHC
Registration OJC 433
Year 1962
Colour White
Engine size 3,781 cc
Chassis No. 860230
Engine No. R10039

This particular car is one of the most desirable types of all. An early Series I car with faired-in headlamps, bucket seats and an aluminium dash that could have come straight out of a fighter plane, it is powered by the original 265bhp snarling 3.8-litre straight-six that it was designed for - faster and more free-revving than the softer 4.2 that replaced it in late 1964.

Built in February 1962 and sold through Henleys of Manchester the following month, it is number 230 of only 1,799 3.8-litre Coupes made in right-hand drive. Somewhat indistinct copies of the original and subsequent log books would appear to suggest that the car has had just four private owners from new (although it was also briefly registered to a dealer) and has always lived in the UK.

Bills on file show that the car was treated to a substantial mechanical overhaul and engine rebuild in 2000 - 2001 by Thoroughbred Cars of Southend at a cost of some £12,000. Old MOTs show that the car has covered less than 2,000 miles since, the odometer currently recording some 64,200 miles.

More recently the car has been treated to a bare metal respray in white with all rubbers, seals and trim parts replaced as necessary. The seats have also been retrimmed in black leather and the whole car is described as being "in beautiful condition throughout."

2013-07-30 19:44:04 | Bob writes:

I have a lot of information on this car if required

2016-01-13 22:14:17 | Russell writes:

Back at auction again March 2016:
www.brightwells.com/ClassicCarsMotorcyclesAutomobilia/ClassicVehicles/Catalogue. ...
Guide price £60-65k
Seems fair considering it is not matching numbers.
Buyer beware!!
I wonder if it can ever be reunited with the original engine.

2016-06-05 04:14:27 | pauls writes:

Description from above auction:
Lot number 90
Hammer value £74,000
Description Jaguar E-Type S1 3.8 FHC
Registration OJC 433
Year 1962
Colour Old English White
Engine size 3,781 cc
Chassis No. 860230
Engine No. R10039
Documents V5C; due to have fresh MOT; restoration invoices and photos; 12 old MOTs

This particular car is one of the most desirable models of all. An early Series I car with faired-in headlamps, bucket seats and an aluminium dash that could have come straight out of a fighter plane, it is powered by the snarling 265bhp 3.8-litre straight-six that it was designed for - faster and more free-revving than the softer 4.2 that replaced it in late 1964.

Built in February 1962 and sold through Henleys of Manchester the following month to first owner Roy Oggelsby of Harpenden who was to keep it for 17 years, it is number 230 of only 1,799 3.8-litre Coupes made in right-hand drive. Somewhat indistinct copies of the original and subsequent log books would appear to suggest that the car has had just four private owners in all (although it was also briefly registered to a dealer) and has had one registered keeper since 2011.

Presented in Old English White with a black leather interior, bills and photos on file show that the car was treated to a substantial mechanical overhaul in 2000 - 2001 by Thoroughbred Car Services of Southend at a cost of some £12,000. This included renovation of the engine and gearbox; rebuilt carbs; new clutch kit; rebuilt axle; radiator overhaul and fitment of Kenlowe fan; new braking system; steering and suspension overhaul; new engine and gearbox mountings; electrical system overhaul plus numerous other items.

The car was subsequently treated to a bare metal respray with all rubbers, seals and trim parts replaced as necessary, while the interior was also retrimmed as required and a stainless steel exhaust fitted. There are no bills for this work but the condition of the car speaks for itself and it presents very well indeed, certainly starting promptly and driving nicely on the occasion of our visit with excellent temperature and oil pressure.

Indeed 12 old MOTs show that the car has covered less than 2,000 miles since the renovation 15 years ago (the odometer currently recording an unwarranted 64,400 miles), being mainly kept in Carcoon storage during the current ownership. Although the last MOT expired in November 2013 (with no advisories recorded), the vendor intends to get a new MOT in time for the sale. The original OJC 433 registration number remains on the car and is included in the sale.

E-Type values have enjoyed a relentless upwards march in recent years and this thoroughly renovated early car, with the charismatic 3.8-litre engine, bucket seats and aluminium dash, is the purest expression of William Lyons' original vision before a raft of rules and regulations gradually eroded the initial design intent. Quite apart from being a pleasure to own and drive, one can't help feeling that it might also prove a canny investment at the guide price suggested. Just take a look at what some dealers are asking for these cars!

PS: This car now has an MOT until 9th February 2017 with no advisories recorded.

2018-04-01 20:42:12 | Anonymous writes:

Sorry to challenge your records but they are incorrect. Roy Ogglesby was not the first owner for 17 years till 1979 because I owned it from around 1974 to 1978. I then sold it to Ogglesby's garage when buying another car.

2020-07-25 08:33:36 | Oliver Ambrose writes:

I owned this car in 2013, engine is not original and from an S-TYPE.

floors were badly corroded and bodywork I’m poor condition the dealer I sold

to simply sprayed it and put to auction..

originally opalescent blue, I had the interior out.

love to find it again

2020-07-25 14:37:31 | pauls writes:

Oliver you can check the registration OJC 433 with DVLA to get some sense of its current status.

www.gov.uk/check-vehicle-tax

2020-11-25 05:41:32 | Ken Purcell writes:

Hope this information will help:

860230 was manufactured on 14 Feb 1962. Dispatched on 28 Feb, and the copy of a continuation log book shows it was registered on 15 Mar 1962 and Ray Lesley Oggelsey not Oggelsby registered the car on 14 Jun 1977.

The engine No.R1003-9 was originally fitted to Chassis No.875001 the first open two seater LHD E-type This info comes from a copy of a trace certificate produced on 28 Sep 2006.

2020-11-26 06:33:11 | Ken Purcell writes:

Engine No, R1003-9 is on the 1968 continuation log book as a replacement engine. I've double checked and I made a mistake it was Ray Lesley Oggelsby that registered the car on 14th Jun 1977.

2022-01-14 03:08:18 | Robert writes:

Advertised at Godin Sporting cars and Motorcycles in Kent for £79,995 with mileage 64,589

2023-06-18 12:55:01 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 7/21

www.historics.co.uk/buying/auctions/2021-07-17/cars/ref-10-1962-jaguar-e-type-se ...%C3%A9-38-litre-dl/

Auction description:

Windsorview Lakes, July 17th 2021

1962 Jaguar E-Type Series I Fixedhead Coupé (3.8 litre)

Lot Number 169 Registration OJC 433 Chassis Number 860230 Engine Number R10039 Odometer reading 64,523 miles Estimate £76,000 - £86,000

This stunning UK supplied right hand drive Series I Coupé was registered in March 1962 and is one of the first 250 E-Types produced. The car presents beautifully in Old English White and its authentic bucket seats are trimmed in contrasting black leather and are complemented by an aluminium dashboard. This exceptional, low mileage, Moss gearbox, example benefitted from a photographic restoration in 2000 and has enjoyed a no expense spared ownership since with recent works including a stainless steel exhaust, new windscreen, new doors, new rear arches and the fitment of floor panels where required and a bare metal respray. Following a restoration in 2000, this Series I has covered less than 3000 miles, and never in the rain! The shut lines are good and the underside of the car is clean. During the five year tenure of our vendor this rare Jaguar has covered less than 150 miles. The low mileage appears to be confirmed by the comprehensive MoT history. It could be said that it has been enjoyed more as a piece of art than a car but that puts it in good company as there is a Series I on display in the New York Museum of Modern Art. Regardless of the recent low usage, OJC 433 has been fully maintained annually by renowned Jaguar specialist, Alan Collins and despite its exempt status will have a fresh MoT test certificate. The history file for this wonderful car is as you would expect and contains various bills and receipts, a V5C registration document, the original owner’s manuals and sales brochure, a service manual, Heritage Certificate and the original and rare paperwork wallets. The accessories list is as impressive and includes a Shelly Jack, a toolkit, a spare wheel and wheel removal tools. Housed in a dehumidified garage under a bespoke car cover, this is one of the best examples we have offered. With an insurance value of £150,000 we also think that the estimate is as attractive as the car.