Jaguar E Type Roadster Lightweight (Alu) (1965)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Jaguar E-Type Roadster Lightweight (aluminum) from 1965 in the color light blue metallic with beige leather interior.

Highlights:

• From 3rd hand with H license plate and immediately ready to drive
• This is a high-quality conversion to an E-Type Lightweight Roadster. No expense or effort was spared for this conversion.
• The conversion was completed in 2018, and a certificate issued in the same year gives the Jaguar a condition rating of 1.
• One-off in outstanding condition
• Meticulously maintained, a new service was carried out in April
• Elegant and timeless appearance, paired with the unique sound of the in-line six-cylinder engine

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1965
• First registration: Germany, 1965
• Location: 96052 Bamberg, Germany
• 3 vehicle owners
• TÜV will be renewed upon sale
• H license plate
• Accident-free
• Immediately ready to drive with registration
• Valuation report (2018) grade 1
• Restored

Model history

Inspired by the renowned English company Eagel, which specializes in the revival and restoration of E-Types, as well as Jaguar's ambitious plan to revive the old Lightweight models, the owner of the Jaguar decided to build an E-Type Lightweight Roadster that can carry the H license plate and remains essentially original. The result is a dream car with the unmistakable sound of an in-line six-cylinder engine and an eye-catching look that will turn heads on the road. This valuable one-off not only offers absolute driving pleasure, but also represents an investment with lasting value.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: light blue metallic
• Interior with beige leather upholstery
• 3-spoke wooden steering wheel
• No repainting required

Engine and transmission:

• 4.2 liter in-line six-cylinder engine with approx. 300 hp
• Engine was completely rebuilt in the course of the conversion. The performance was increased in the process
• PS output was determined on the test bench
• Manual gearbox
• Last engine service in June 2024

Mileage:

• 3,538 km (read off) since completion of the conversion in 2018
• Mileage can be tracked
• No checkbook

Documentation:

• (German) vehicle documents, TÜV and service reports, invoices, valuation report year 2018, conversion was extensively documented

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 70-90 %
• Brakes: 70-90 %
• The underbody is rust-free
• Bodywork in a flawless condition

Known defects

• No known defects
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to get further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Summary

In short, an absolute highlight is offered for auction here. The Jaguar E-Type Roadster presents itself as a Lightweight (aluminum) in excellent condition. The conversion work was successfully completed in 2018. Extensive investments were made and a lot of time was invested. Furthermore, a valuation report prepared in 2018 certifies the Jaguar's condition grade 1! With an H license plate and a current registration, nothing stands in the way of the next drive. A genuine one-off, extensively restored (essentially this Jaguar remains original) is being auctioned here - an absolute must-have for collectors and enthusiasts.