Few cars have the cachet of a E-Type – one of the great sports cars of all time. This car was delivered new in the USA, as were over 80 percent of E-Types. A 1984 registration slip shows the owner was William JD Marshall-Gratrix, who is still living in Reno, Navada, aged 94 today.

In 2011 the car imported to Western Australia arriving early in 2013. The buyer was a Perth doctor who was a serious car collector.

In between purchase and shipping, the car was subject to a lot of restoration work in Reno. The Jaguar had been in reasonably good condition, rust-free and tidy but was the subject of detailed restoration work.

It joined a collection with three other E-Types, each a different version. This car was the oldest E-Type in the collection. Most aficionados believe the Series 1 E-Type to be the most collectable.

The decision was made to convert the car to right-hand-drive, as many Australians are uncomfortable driving a left-hooker. Fortunately this is a straightforward conversion on an E-Type, involving no cutting or welding, with a kit readily available (as with all E-Type parts).

The 3.8-litre E-Type motor, with triple SU carburettors (recently rebuilt) puts out a healthy 265hp (198kW) in the early E-Types, weighing just over 1200kg, giving plentiful performance.

In very good condition, this is not a concours trailer queen, but a good usable, presentable example. The body and paintwork of the car remain in very good condition. The car has a rare removable hardtop, in good condition, but no soft-top. One could be fitted without much difficulty.

The car starts easily and runs smoothly, having recently been serviced in preparation for sale.

If sold to a Western Australian buyer the numberplates JAGE1 can go with the car.

The wonderful ‘60s style, tremendous performance and enduring collectability are the elements of an automotive icon.

For more details and photos, please request an email from paul@classicrally.com.au

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