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£55,000 (Est: £60,000 - £70,000)

1963 Jaguar E-Type Series I 3.8-Litre by Zealia Engineering - 508 KPF

United Kingdom • 23 Aug 2025

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1963 Jaguar E-Type Series I is one of only ten 3.8-litre examples professionally built by Zealia Engineering as 'fast-road' cars in the style of the iconic Lightweight racers. It features a modified engine, racing-inspired components, and a Primrose Yellow exterior, making it eligible for hill climbs and sprints.

Condition

7

The car is described as a 'fast-road' car built in the style of Lightweight racers, suggesting it's been modified and used. While the description highlights its special features and racing pedigree, it also mentions a conversion from left-hand drive to right-hand drive and the use of non-period components like the 5-speed Getrag gearbox. The presence of competition-themed elements like a Safety Devices rear cage and lightweight seats indicates it has likely been used for racing or track days. The text mentions slight wear visible in paint, interior, or wheels. One or two small dents or curb marks may be present but are not prominent. Requires minor reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

879798

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

508 KPF

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Brian Wilkinson, the founder of Safety Devices and a gentleman with an unquestionable motor sport background, produced his first roll-over hoop in 1971 before founding Safety Devices in 1972 and subsequently Zealia Engineering some years later to develop his own Lightweight E-Type, one of which we offer here.

This is a rare Jaguar indeed being one of just ten limited edition Lightweight Zealia Engineering E-Types that were produced in fibreglass with a retained steel monocoque and were reminiscent of the 1960s Lightweight E-Types that were dominant when raced in period, particularly 4 WPD, the legendary John Coombs car.

It's based on an original left-hand drive, 1963 3.8 litre Roadster finished in its original Primrose Yellow with a black interior now converted to right-hand drive and sporting a black removeable hardtop.

In terms of motivation, the original 3.8-litre engine was converted to dry sump competition specification, fuelled through triple 45 DCOE Weber carburettors with g...