1966 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 FHC 4.2

EU Registration. Matching numbers with historical certificates. Directly from the restorer.

Finished in Opalescent Gunmetal with a full Italian red leather interior, it features a rebuilt, dyno-tested engine, upgraded electronic ignition, stainless steel exhaust, and enhanced cooling and electrical systems. Inside, it includes restored gauges, a handcrafted Sapelli steering wheel, and a custom luggage set. The suspension, brakes, and drivetrain have been completely renewed with period-correct and upgraded components.

The following work was carried out:

BODY

Finished in Opalescent Gunmetal with red leather interior (UPGRADE) Full leather interior is an upgrade, from factory these models came with only Leather seats, we’ve even applied leather to upper dash panel (Nappa leather from Italy)

All original chrome parts re-chromed to mirror finish

New engine frames - All body surface was media blasted, cleaned and epoxy primed

Factory pattern coated undercarriage

Heated rear window (FACTORY OPTION)

INTERIOR

Full Italian leather interior – seats, door cards, boot floor and dash (UPGRADE)

New Wilton carpet (UPGRADE)

New original headliner

All chrome parts are mirror finish

All gauges with dials have been restored to new condition.

Restored original switches with data stampings

Handcrafted original Sapelli steering wheel (UPGRADE)

Equipped with exclusive custom luggage set (UPGRADE)

New old stock car jack

New set of glass with green tint

ENGINE

Completely Rebuilt Engine with sleeved block and new pistons (UPGRADE)

Fully Rebuilt Original SU Carburettors

New oil and water pump

New valves and valve springs

Hold down tappets (UPGRADE)

New chain kit

New bearings, gaskets etc.

Stainless steel exhaust system

New improved alternator with better charging (UPGRADE)

Engine is dyno tested

Rebuilt original 4-speed gearbox with all new bearings, seals and gaskets

New fuel tank

Fuel sender unit (FULLY CALIBRATED)

New fuel lines

Engine is equipped with improved custom electronic ignition system. Fully tested before fitted on engine (UPGRADE)

SUSPENSION

All new brake system:

new brake servo

new master cylinder

new GIRLING brake pistons with stainless steel cylinders (UPGRADE)

Stainless steel coolant lines (UPGRADE)

New Bushings

New splined hubs 4x

Limited slip differential from factory

Adjustable reaction plate (UPGRADE)

Girling shocks

New set of period correct Pirelli Cinturato tires

New wire wheels

ELECTRICITY (UPGRADE)

Improved charging system (upgraded new alternator)

New custom wiring harness

Improved “negative ground” points to body

Improved headlight electrics with relays

SPECIAL UPGRADES

Aluminum cooling radiator

Electric high-flow cooling fan

Oil cooling system with radiator and dual fans

Spin-on oil filter

High flow oil pump

Viton valve seals

High torque starter

Lucas uprated alternator 70amps

Custom electric ignition

Improved instrument panel lightning

Stainless Steel exhaust system

COOLING SYSTEM

New expansion tank

Restored radiator (new core, sanblasted brass parts)

Restored heater radiator

New coolant hoses

New heater valve

Upgraded cooling fan with automatic switch (UPGRADE - bigger, lighter and more powerful fan)