1961 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 FHC

1961 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 FHC

Red / Beige

Stunning car. Restored to absolute perfection. Flat floor with welded bonnet louvres. Matching numbers.

SOLD to Switzerland

Stunning example of an early 3.8 series 1 coupe Jaguar E-type. Early flatfloor car with welded bonnet louvres.

Just finished complete nut and bolt restoration to a very high standard. Truly stunning in every respect. Only 300 miles since restoration so the car is still running in.

This car was produced on December 15th, 1961 and supplied new through Jaguar Cars New York to its first owner in the USA.
The car has just finished a complete nut and bolt restoration to absolute perfection.

It is now presented in its original delivery colour combination of Carmen Red with beige interior trim. Pictures of the restoration come with the car.

Matching numbers and is on Dutch EU registration.

 

Jaguar E-type 3.8 series 1 FHC original specifications

Engine: 6 Cylinder DOHC Aluminium head, twin cam
Capacity: 3781 cc
Power: 265 bhp (198 KW) @5500 rpm
Top speed: 150 mph (240 km/h)
Fuel: Triple 2″ HD8 SU carburettors
Suspension: All round independent
Brakes: All round Servo assisted disc brakes
Length: 4.45m (14’7″)
Width: 1.66m (5’6″)
Weight (dry): 1123 kg
Years built: 1961-1964
Number built: 1798 rhd, 5871 lhd