1966 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2 Roadster
- Engine
- 4.2L DOHC inline-six, triple SU carburetors, 265 bhp at 5,400 rpm
- Colour
- Dark blue
A 1966 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2-litre Open Two-Seater Roadster, chassis 1E 13831, finished in its original 'triple blue' livery of Dark Blue bodywork over Dark Blue leather. Factory records confirm despatch from Browns Lane on 27 October 1966 for the US East Coast market. Following a high-quality concours restoration, the car has earned awards at multiple concours events and received the Hagerty Spirit of Motoring Award at the 2022 Lime Rock Historic Festival. It retains its numbers-matching engine block, cylinder head, and original four-speed gearbox, while also featuring a Tremec-based five-speed unit.
Ownership
- 2023-09-29Auction saleSold US$165,000
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownJames Messengerpartial documentation
Undertook a high-quality concours restoration; entered the car in at least three concours events and received a Hagerty Spirit of Motoring Award in 2022.
Competition
- 20222022 Lime Rock Historic FestivalDriver: James MessengerHagerty Spirit of Motoring Award
Car and owner jointly recognised with this award at the festival.
- —Concours event 1Award winner
One of three unnamed concours appearances at which the car reportedly took awards; no further detail given.
- —Concours event 2Award winner
Second of three unnamed concours appearances at which the car reportedly took awards; no further detail given.
- —Concours event 3Award winner
Third of three unnamed concours appearances at which the car reportedly took awards; no further detail given.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Restoration
A comprehensive concours-level restoration covering bodywork, brightwork, upholstery, and under-bonnet detailing, using correct period hardware and finishes throughout. A Tremec-based five-speed gearbox was added as a discreet upgrade; the original four-speed unit was retained.
The original numbers-matching engine block, cylinder head, and four-speed gearbox were all preserved. A period-style modern stereo was integrated into the original console.
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