2023-06-08 11:38:04 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1967-jaguar-e-type-series-1-rhd-gZAeE8

Seller's description:

1967 Jaguar E-Type

Colour Black

Odometer 35,366 Miles

Engine size 4200

Seller Type Private

Town Köln

Location International

Country Germany

Coveted RHD Series 1 example, boasting a number of desirable features

Matching numbers 4.2-litre DOHC straight-six coupled to a four-speed manual gearbox

Judiciously maintained in present ownership, reportedly by Jaguar land Rover Classic in Germany

Storied history as a Zambia-supplied car which has subsequently resided in South Africa

We’re informed that it runs well with no faults to report

From a Jaguar Heritage Certificate, the vendor points out that the car was originally supplied to Zambia

The first owner was apparently in charge of a copper mine and the car remained there until 1980 when it was registered in South Africa

Owned by a family in Durban as part of a collection for a number of years until the vendor acquired it through a dealer who was a friend of said family

Now resides in Germany where it is registered

The vendor tells us that it is now serviced by Jaguar Land Rover Classic in Germany and the invoices for this work span the last four years

Originally red, with a colour change to black apparently occurring during the 1980s

The vendor claims to have driven it a mere 2,000 kilometres during their ownership

The Interior

Rich patina

No excessive wear

Usable and seemingly original

We enjoy how this E-Type’s interior wears its age with pride, but has clearly been looked after carefully. The upholstery now exhibits some wear, but nothing especially excessive with just some gentle creasing and the odd blemish here and there.

The carpeting looks in reasonably good condition, as does the leather headlining so far as we could see. We always enjoy the dashboard in a Jaguar, with the array of instruments and switchgear spread out across the cabin. We understand that everything electrical is in good order as the vendor does not report any issues.

The wood-rimmed steering wheel is very tactile, as is the spherical gear knob. The cabin retains a charming, original feel - free from the trappings of the modern world and instead, geared towards the serious business of driving.

The Exterior 

Appears to be really smart underneath

Black paintwork applied during the 1980s

Now showing a few signs of age, but nothing especially noticeable

The vendor informs us that some corrosion issues were rectified during their ownership

The Jaguar clearly benefits from spending much of its life in a dry climate. The underside appears really sound and while the vendor tells us some corrosion has been rectified during their ownership, there wasn’t a great deal of work required.

Topside, the paint work presents well considering its age. Black often shows imperfections more readily than other colours, proving that the paint finish has held up really well overall. The vendor comments that there are of course some blemishes commensurate with age and use, but we feel these only add to this well-travelled E-Type’s character.

The wire wheels exhibit a little patina upon close inspection, although they’re eminently presentable and shod with tyres which were apparently fitted very recently.

The Mechanics 

Matching numbers

Dual radiators (as soon found on the Series II)

4.2-litre DOHC straight-six

Four-speed manual gearbox

Reportedly holds its fluids

Runs and drives well according to the vendor

Where this particular E-Type excels most is mechanically. Fitted with the desirable 4.2-litre straight-six fuelled by no fewer than three SU carburettors, this car is no slouch - even by the standards of today. Moreover, a four-speed manual gearbox makes the business of changing gear an utter delight. This is very much a driver’s example and the fact that it’s not too pristine to use, only adds to its appeal in our view.

The vendor reports that it holds its fluids admirably, runs smoothly and drives without fault. They have apparently covered around 2,000 kilometres in their ownership and with the benefit of regular specialist maintenance, have not encountered any issues.