£44,850 (Est: £60,000 - £70,000)
1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Litre Coupé
United Kingdom • 19 Apr 2026 • Lot 159
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Litre Coupé is a professionally restored classic with numerous mechanical upgrades, including a five-speed gearbox and power steering. It has a good history file and has been a regular attendee at Goodwood Members' and Revival meetings.
Condition
8
The vendor describes the car as in excellent condition, and the listing mentions professional restoration in 1999 and extensive mechanical work/upgrades between 2013-2021. While there's no detailed condition report, the provided information indicates a well-maintained vehicle with minimal cosmetic imperfections.
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Manual
Transmission:
860559
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
413 VHY
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
• Professionally restored in 1999 • Extensive mechanical works and upgrades 2013-2021 • Five-speed gearbox, power steering, Zeus brakes, etc • Regular attendee at the Goodwood Members' and Revival meetings • Good history file Conceived and developed as an open sports car, the Jaguar E-Type debuted at the Geneva Salon in March 1961 in Coupé form.
The car caused a sensation - spontaneous applause breaking out at the unveiling - with its instantly classic lines and 150mph top speed.
With a claimed 265bhp available from its 3.8-litre XK six, the E-Type did not disappoint; firstly, because it weighed around 500lb less than the XK150 and secondly because aerodynamicist Malcolm Sayer used experience gained with the racing D-Type to create one of the most elegant and efficient shapes ever to grace a motor car.
Aerodynamically, the Coupé was superior to the Roadster and the better Grand Tourer, boasting a marginally higher top speed and the considerable convenience of a generously sized lugg...
Points of note
£7,418
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£72,229
Median Price (Since 2020)
£516,939
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Mar 27 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
97,066 miles
Registration Date
1962-05-25
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 21 2025 with 97,066 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed
On Mar 28 2024 with 96,808 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed
On Mar 24 2023 with 95,860 miles
Passed
On Dec 04 2021 with 93,887 miles
Passed
On Aug 04 2020 with 93,701 miles
Passed
On Jul 30 2019 with 93,510 miles
Passed
On Sep 21 2017 with 92,845 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Failed
On Sep 21 2017 with 92,845 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Horn control missing (1.6.1)
Passed
On Oct 06 2016 with 92,724 miles
Failed
On Oct 06 2016 with 92,724 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Passed
On Oct 26 2015 with 92,328 miles
Passed
On Oct 07 2014 with 91,044 miles
Passed
On Sep 13 2013 with 90,742 miles
Passed
On Sep 24 2012 with 90,739 miles
Passed
On Aug 11 2011 with 90,733 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
Passed
On Aug 14 2010 with 90,661 miles
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