1962 Jaguar E-Type 3.8

RACE WINNING 1962 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES 1 FHC, PRE 63 RACE CAR CURRENT FIA PAPERS

Acquired in 2018 as a very original road car, chassis 861041 (original RHD 1962 car) was fully restored and race-prepared by Valley Motorsport to pre-63 specification. The build was completed in time for the 2019 Spa 6 Hours, where it debuted competitively in the MRL Jaguar Challenge, finishing P2 in the Pre-63 class. Subsequently the car underwent a further 18-month upgrade program at the current owner’s workshops, focused on weight reduction and enhancement of both engine and handling. Today the car is very much a front-runner in the ultimate pre-63 specification, still retaining its road registration and ideal for both racing and road rallies/tours. Current HTP until 2029.

Race history

2019 Spa 6 Hours – MRL Jaguar Challenge (Pre-63 class): P2

2020 Thruxton (MRL, August) – Pre-63 GT: P2 Overall

2020 Goodwood Speedweek – Stirling Moss Memorial Race: P7

2021 Goodwood Members’ Meeting – Moss Trophy: P2

2021 MRL Silverstone (October) – Jaguar Challenge, Pre-63 class: Pole & P1

2022 MRL Silverstone (October) – Jaguar Challenge, Pre-63 class: P2 in class

2023 Goodwood Members’ Meeting – Moss Trophy: P3

2023 Silverstone Festival – Jaguar Challenge, Pre-63 class: Pole & P1

2025 Goodwood 82nd Members’ Meeting – Moss Trophy: P10 & Fastest

2025 Donington Historic Festival- Fastest E-Type and P4 Overall