Fantasy Junction

Description

1962 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
s/n 877102 Engine no. R5122-9
Grey-Green Metallic with Red Interior

In March of 1961 when the E-Type was unveiled to the world, it was a truly stunning and groundbreaking car. Its specification was state of the art, its bodywork arrestingly gorgeous, and the price surprisingly affordable. It embodied William Lyons` values beautifully and it is no surprise that the E-Type has become such a legendary part of automotive history. The specification clearly demonstrated Jaguar`s racing experience and included independent suspension all around (at a time when Ferrari was still using live rear axles), disc brakes all around (inboard at the rear to reduce unsprung weight), and of course Jaguar`s legendary twin cam inline-6.

This particular car is matching numbers, comprehensively restored example presented in an elegant color scheme. The current and long-term owner is a seasoned Jaguar restoration veteran, and since completion, as enjoyed showing the car at The Quail, a Motorsport Gathering in Carmel Valley in 2014. The restoration included every major system and aspect of the automobile, and the resulting automobile is truly breathtaking to behold.

Details of the restoration works include:

Body:
Complete rotisserie restoration
New floors, rear boot, misc panels
All metal finished
Sandblasted to bare metal
Lead work re-done
Space frames sand blasted
Tub primer powder – coated
Glasurit 55 line finished

Engine:
Complete lower/upper engine rebuild, .20 .20 over
New pistons/rings/valves/guides/oil pump/main bearings/cam bearings
1st stage cam grind for better performance
Jet Hot exhaust manifolds
New Stainless steel exhaust
Aluminum polished where appropriate
New cooling overflow tank
New water pump
New timing chain
All new gaskets/seals

Interior:
New leather interior, top, boot cover
Powder coated bows
New wood tack strips
Powder coated seat frames
Cadmium plated tracks
New dash
New triplex windshield

Fuel system:
Gas tank blasted, coated, powder-coated
New modern fuel pump installed
Carbs disassembled, glass blasted, new gaskets/needles
All hardware cadmium plated
Domes and cross over tubes polished

Electrics:
New wiring harnesses and sub harnesses
Rebuilt generator
New voltage regulator
All gauges zinc re-plated and restored
All lights dis-assembled/restored/rebuilt
Pertronix electronic ignition
Pertronix performance ignition coil
New gear reduction starter
New battery

Transmission:
New 5 speed installed
Original transmission included
New clutch

Independent rear suspension assembly:
Complete rebuild
New clutch pack, bearing seals
New brake pads/parking pads
All wheel cylinders brass re-sleeved
New brake rotors
All powder coated hard parts and cage
New shocks and springs
New Poly mounts for radius arms
New u joints on ½ shafts and drive shaft

Suspension:
6 new Koni shocks front/rear
Polyurethane suspension bushings throughout

Lighting:
All new sockets/bulbs

Brakes:
All wheel cylinders and masters re-sleeved in brass
All cylinders re-plated in CAD
All brakes seal kit new
All new brake piping and hose kits
All new brake rotors/pads front and rear

Cooling System:
Upgrade cooling fan to 6 blade
Original style Aluminum Finned Radiator
All new cooling hoses
All original re-played Cheney hose clamps

Wheels:
New Dayton 5” chrome with stainless steel spokes
5 New Firestone 185-15 whitewall tires
All new wheels bearings/seals

Various:
All proper original hardware, clips, brackets cad plated
All black powder coating as appropriate
All brassed sleeved
All chrome plated to show finish

This is an extremely fine example for the purist. It is a highly correct car in appearance, yet incorporates many of the subtle updates commonly made to E-Types to improve their reliability and performance. Its specification and presentation is representative of the earliest E-Types produced, which have a number of features that did not survive the entire production life of the cars. Included with the sale is the jack, tool kit, matching spare wheel, and a massive accumulation of records supporting the restoration work performed.

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The above vehicle information is complete and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time it is posted to this website. Corrections or additional information is always appreciated. All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and any emission testing charge. Vehicles are subject to prior sale. All advertised to be true but not guaranteed. We assume no liability for errors or omissions.

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Fantasy Junction  •  510-653-7555  •  1145 Park Ave, Emeryville, CA 94608