1966 Jaguar E-Type Series I 4.2 Roadster
- Engine
- 4.2L DOHC inline-six, electronic multi-point fuel injection, ~300 bhp at 5,800 rpm
- Colour
- Black over biscuit leather
A 1966 Jaguar E-Type Series I 4.2 Roadster with covered headlights and matching-numbers engine, built at Coventry in late 1965 as a factory left-hand-drive car believed delivered new to North America. Acquired in 1989 by an Oklahoma-based collector, the car was subsequently subjected to a comprehensive professional restoration by Classic Jaguar of Austin, Texas, during which the original engine was rebuilt and upgraded with electronic fuel injection and multi-coil ignition, a five-speed gearbox installed, Wilwood disc brakes fitted, suspension refreshed, and period Dunlop centre-lock alloy wheels added in the style of the Lightweight competition cars.
Ownership
- 2022-01-27Auction saleSold US$170,000
- 1989 →Private saleTulsa, Oklahoma-based sports car collectorpartial documentation
Described as a notable collector of significant sports cars based in Tulsa. Used the car for roughly a decade before commissioning a full professional restoration and performance enhancement by Classic Jaguar of Austin, Texas.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —RestorationClassic Jaguar
Comprehensive professional restoration and performance upgrade programme carried out by Classic Jaguar. Bodywork and interior retained in original specification; engine fully rebuilt and fitted with electronic multi-point fuel injection, multi-coil electronic ignition, and performance exhaust headers. A five-speed gearbox replaced the original unit, Wilwood disc brakes were added, suspension bushings and dampers were renewed, and a large-capacity aluminium radiator was installed. Period-style Dunlop centre-lock alloy wheels shod with Pirelli tyres were also fitted.
Workshop is located in Austin, Texas. Fewer than 1,000 miles recorded since the restoration was completed.
- —Service
Routine servicing and upkeep carried out periodically after the restoration, handled by the owner's in-house mechanic.
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