2008-03-01 10:55:37 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 2/08
www.classicauctions.co.uk/lotdetail.php

Sellers description:
This original righthand drive example was dispatched from Browns Lane in February 1962, its first owner being a J.G. Raenk from Bancroft, North Rhodesia. In 1981 it was exported to South Africa from where the current owner purchased it in 2002 and returned it to the UK. Finished in Carmen red with a black leather interior and full-length Webasto sunroof, it has since been the subject of a most exacting restoration costing in excess of £60,000 (excluding the owner's time), completed in 2007. The body has been subjected to a bare metal respray, with new panels fitted where necessary, indeed the panel fit is among the very best that we have seen. The engine was entrusted to Dick Bradley of Braintree, Essex, who undertook a total refurbishment and prospective purchasers are urged to view the history file to see exactly how comprehensive the work was. Fast road camshafts were fitted and the engine lightened and balanced. Further work undertaken has included the fitment of a new wiring loom and a stainless steel exhaust system.

Worthy of the closest inspection, the car is offered with a Swansea V5C, MoT certificate expiring May 2008, JDHT certificate, photographs of the body work undertaken and restoration invoices.

Estimate: £40000 - 44000
Mileage: 64800
Colour: CARMEN RED
Trim Colour: BLACK
Chassis No: 860191
Engine No: R3869-9
Registration No: GAS 854
M.O.T: MAY 2008

2009-04-16 10:13:50 | Anonymous writes:

This car is presently in Essex being sold by a vendor called Purnell for £49,000. The car is in good condition and has its original jaguar tool kit. There are however some minor bodywork issues on the bonnet that would need to be rectified as the paint has cracked in the same place either side. Strong sounding engine.

2010-12-30 06:46:04 | Anonymous writes:

The car has in August 2010 had the blemishes in its paintwork repainted and is now 100%. A number of minor interior parts have been sourced and fittted. It now runs with additional cooling and all the original parts are with the car, including a tin of matched carmen red paint. Mot'd and being used on a regular basis

2011-04-27 19:48:02 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 4/11
www.coys.co.uk/auction.php

Auction description:
Lot 155 - 1962 Jaguar E-Type S1 3.8 Fixedhead Coupe
Estimate: £44,000 - £54,000
Registration Number: GAS 854
Chassis Number: 860191

The E-type on offer here today was manufactured in January 1962 and was the 191st right hand drive coupe off the production line. Exported to Rhodesia when new, this iconic coupe made its way back to the United Kingdom via South Africa, arriving around ten years ago. In 2005 a photographic restoration began with the bodywork undertaken by Carl Hopkins of Great Dunmow and the mechanical restoration carried out by Dick Bradley who took the opportunity to lighten and balance the engine and install fast road camshafts. On completion the car was offered as a competition prize at the NEC Classic Car Show in 2008 through Classic and Sports Car Magazine. Unfortunately, for those who entered the competition nobody could complete the challenge , therefore there was no winner and so it was purchased a short time later by the current owner.

Having covered only approximately 800 miles since the restoration, this E-Type is described as being in excellent condition throughout. The Carmen red paintwork is magnificent and the equally impressive black interior comfortable and inviting. The spare wheel appears unused and the rare toolkit is present and complete.

GAS 854 is supplied with current V5, MoT certificate valid until 31st October 2011, Jaguar Heritage certificate confirming that all numbers match, import paperwork, South African registration document and the photographic record of the restoration and associated invoices.

For the purist the 3.8 litre series I E-type is the variant to own and a better example than this would be very hard to find. With only 65,000 miles on the clock, this beautifully presented, early example of the iconic e-type would be the star of any Jaguar collection.

2014-07-19 04:55:46 | Lofty writes:

For sale privately

www.classiccarsforsale.co.uk/car-advert/jaguar/e-type/1962/268404/

Early Flat floor FHC, chassis number 860191.191st rhd coupe. Restored in 2005/7 which included engine and mechanical works by Dick Bradley and included fast road cams and siginficant numbers of replacement parts.

Right hand drive from new and heritage certificate confirming matching numbers car.

Manufactured Jan 62 and lived in Rhodesia/South Africa until 2002.

Bodywork back to bare metal and replacement areas of floor, sills etc. Photgraphic record available.

Brakes upgraded to ventilated disks.

Agreed insurance valuation as at nov 13 £150k

September 2014 the below auction listing was incorrectly identified as car 860151

9/24

Car listed as sold at purnell classics, uk

Sellers description:

JAGUAR E TYPE 3.8 Series1 SOLD

This is one of the iconic Series one flat floor RHD E type coupes and was built on the 26th January 1962. In Carman Red it was supplied complete with fitted sun roof.

This car was dispatched on the 7 February to its first owner Mr J. G Raenk in NorthernRhodesia. In 1981 it moved to South Africa and remainded in excellent condition. There are good photographs of its condition before its return to the UK in 2002.

A photographic record is provided of the extensive rebuild by its last fastidious owner who spared no expense with a £60000 restoration. Since then it has only covered 200 miles.

The photographs attempt to show the level of commitment devoted to this work but they cannot do justice to this exceptional acheivement of quality workmanship. The car seen up close is even more stunning.

The work included full body bare metal respray with new panels and an impressive panel fit.

The paintwork is in its original Carmen Red which many consider to be the best colour.

The engine was entrusted to Dick Bradley of Braintree who's workmanship is impressive with Fast road cams and the engine lightened and balanced.

A new wiring loom and stainless steel exhaust plus numerous new parts and ventilated 4 pot front disk brakes further compliment the final results.

This rare and sort after model is simple exquisite. Just back from the Classic and Sports Car Stand at the NEC..

Complete with rare toolbox and tools, workshop manual. Photographs of body work restoration both before and after work.

JDHT certificate and new MOT certificate.

Includes its distinctive GAS 854 number plate.

Only 200 miles like new probably the best there is. Just superb

2016-11-15 16:47:00 | Kevin writes:

Would consider exchange for flat floor roadster...
Pre engaged starter, new rear disks and pads makes for a better drive

2021-12-25 14:01:01 | Anonymous writes:

Car has been restored properly this time, sunroof gone , engine rebuilt, cooling upgraded partial return , brake overhaul all done by woodham Mortimer

2024-11-08 16:22:06 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/car/C1729002

Seller's description:

1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 FHC For Sale

Right Hand Drive

Manual

Reg. GAS854

Red

Dealer

United Kingdom

This 1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3. 8 Fixed-head Coupe is available for purchase at Hilton & Moss, finished in its stunning original shade of Carmen Red with a Black leather interior.

Believed to have been fitted from new with a ‘flat floor’ and with a serial number that falls just outside the official flat floor numbering, it is believed this car is a cross-over model. A well-known Jaguar specialist/ historian was consulted regarding the floor, and he is confident that the floor is correct, making it indeed a cross-over car. There were several of these, including one known to have one flat floor on one side and one dished floor pan on the other side. Another of these fascinating cross-over cars is believed to have been one of Dunlop's test cars from the period.

This car was dispatched on February 7th to its first owner, Mr. J. G. Raenk, in Northern Rhodesia. In 1981, it moved to South Africa and remained in excellent condition before its return to the UK in 2002.

Upon its return to the UK, the car underwent a no-expense-spared restoration in 2007, costing £60, 000. The car comes with a fantastic photographic record documenting its extensive rebuild by its then-fastidious owner. The photographs show the level of commitment devoted to this work, which included a full bare-metal respray to its original Carmen Red colour, considered by many to be one of the best colours for an E-Type.

In December 2008, the car was bought by its most recent owner, a long-term E-Type club member. From 2008 to 2021, Roger Cadman maintained the car, replacing rear discs, adding a high-torque starter, tuning, general maintenance and servicing.

In August 2021, the current owner instructed a well-known Jaguar specialist to restore the car after 13 years of enjoyment, investing a further £100, 000 into the car. The specialist was instructed to upgrade the radio system to a Bluetooth MP3 player, install electronic ignition, and overhaul the rear hub assemblies. The brake bellows were reinstated, and the later servo was removed. The aftermarket Webasto sunroof was also removed. The car was fully repainted again and benefited from a partial retrim, including the headlining. New tyres and a new clutch were also fitted, and the original Moss gearbox was reconditioned.

In 2023, Hilton & Moss completed a full engine rebuild whilst also cosmetically restoring the engine at the same time.

A full list of recent work includes:

- Fresh engine rebuild and dyno work

- Gearbox overhaul

- 4. 2 clutch adaptation

- Brake system overhaul

- All coolant hoses replaced with silicone hoses

- Radiator and fan replaced with upgraded components

- Auto electric fan

- Front suspension ball joint boots replaced

- Negative earth conversion

- New fuel pump

- New Bluetooth interface and amplifier

- Full repaint

- New anti-roll bar bushes

- OSR splined hub and bearing seals

- 4 x new tires

The car is presented in fantastic condition, having covered less than 1, 000 miles since the recent restoration works. Included with the car is the Jaguar Heritage Trust certification confirming the car's authenticity as a matching numbers vehicle. The car also benefits from a comprehensive leather-bound history file with supporting invoices for all work carried out.

Since the restoration, the car has been entrusted to Hilton & Moss for regular maintenance in preparation for sale.

This E-Type not only looks stunning but is also very usable, reflecting the commitment to both aesthetic and mechanical excellence.