2013-12-31 13:27:13 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 1/14
www.bonhams.com/auctions/21392/lot/120/

Auction description:
1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Liter Roadster
Chassis no. 876520
Engine no. R3522-9

*Matching numbers early "flat floor" E-Type
*Beautifully restored by Richard Jenkins
*Complete with original hand book and tools
*Finished in its original color of Opalescent Bronze
*Offered with Heritage Trust Certificate

This striking early "flat floor" E-Type was completed at the Browns Lane Jaguar works on January 9th, 1962. A left-hand-drive model destined for the United States, this E-Type was finished in the particularly attractive color of Opalescent Bronze over a black interior with a black top - precisely the same color combination it wears today. According to its Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate, it was delivered to its first owner in New York State, a Mr. G P Edgar.

Its subsequent history has yet to be discovered, though when acquired by the consignor in 2011, the car had enjoyed 32 years of dry storage, having last been registered in New Jersey in 1979.

After this long slumber, a thorough recommissioning was entrusted to longtime Jaguar master technician Richard Jenkins, who has returned the E-Type to the spectacular condition in which it left the Browns Lane factory in 1962. The original matching-numbers engine was completely rebuilt retaining its original standard pistons, the cylinder bores were honed and new piston rings installed. The crankshaft was ground to .010" and new bearings and oil pump installed, then fully balanced. New timing chains and guides were fitted. The cylinder head was completely rebuilt updating the valves for use with unleaded fuel.

The matching-numbers transmission was overhauled with new bearings, seals, and gaskets, while the suspension was completely refreshed using original-style metalastic bushings. The Dunlop disc brakes were rebuilt to ensure proper stopping ability - important in a car capable of 150mph - while correct Dunlop RS5 tires were fitted for proper roadholding.

Meanwhile, the body was stripped to bare metal using walnut shells, and new floors and sills fitted before a repaint in the original Opalescent Bronze. Brightwork was all refinished by Sherms Custom Plating. Electrics were renewed throughout including a new wiring harness, while ancillaries such as the starter, dynamo, relays and motors (wiper, heater, and fan) were all rebuilt. As a testament to the remarkable originality of the underlying car, date stamps and date of manufacture tags corresponding to the production date have been found on the cylinder block, flywheel, and wiper motor, as well as Dunlop hydraulic components.

This beautiful, very early "flat floor" E-Type is offered with an impressive history file containing receipts, restoration photos and the all-important Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate documenting that the car appears just as it did when new, and retains its matching numbers engine, transmission, and body. Complete with books, tools and a jack, here is a stunningly presented, exquisite example of the popular Jaguar E-Type.

2015-11-27 15:16:08 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 1/16
www.rmsothebys.com/az16/arizona/lots/1962-jaguar-e-type-series-1-38-litre-roadst ...

Auction description:
Arizona 28-29 January 2016
1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Litre Roadster
Chassis no. 876520
Without Reserve

2015-12-29 16:37:36 | pauls writes:

Additional description from above auction:
1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Litre Roadster

Chassis no. 876520
Engine no. R 3522-9
Body no. R 2850
Gearbox no. EB 2629 JS

Without Reserve

The car offered here, chassis number 876520, was delivered new to G.P. Edgar of New York. It reportedly enjoyed dry indoor care for 32 years. In previous ownership, the car received an extensive overhaul by the renowned marque specialist Richard Jenkins. This work included a rebuild of the original engine, retaining the original pistons; the valves and cylinder heads were updated to allow the use of unleaded fuel. The original gearbox was removed and rebuilt, and a new wiring harness was installed as well.

Refinished in stunning Opalescent Bronze, the car also features a black top and interior, all consistent with its JDHT certificate. The meticulous attention to detail is evident in all of the work completed on this remarkably early example.

Offered with books, tools, and an assortment of paperwork detailing the work completed, this is surely an excellent example of the desirable early E-Type.

2016-12-05 11:26:21 | Daniel writes:

Auction results :
January 2014 Bonhams $180,000
January 2016 RM Auctions (no reserve) $159,500