1961 Jaguar E-Type Series 1, Outside Bonnet-Lock, Flat Floor

This 1961 Jaguar E-type 3.8 is an outstanding example of an original and hugely collectable 'outside bonnet lock', flat floor roadster. Further benefitting from lefthand drive and manual transmission specification, this car has been fastidiously restored to better than new standard by recognised Italian restorers, Classic Motorsport of Rome.

Finished in preferred colour scheme of Green body colour, polished brightwork and period Tan leather, this ready to drive roadster is hotly anticipated ahead of its sale on 23rd July at Silverstone Race Circuit. Introduced in 3.8-litre form in March 1961, the Jaguar E-Type caused a major sensation when it first appeared. Timeless smooth lines, elongated looks, low slung chassis and bodywork poised purposely over the cars wire wheels gives the impression of fast-movement even at standstill.... Once under its own (not inconsiderable) steam, the 150mph top speed remains impressive even pitched against modern motor cars.With 265bhp and a huge weight saving of over 500lbs on its immediate predecessor, the XK 150, William Lyons had created the car to be later described by none other than the late great Enzo Ferrari as the most beautiful car ever to be produced.

This "outside bonnet lock' is chassis number 875209, expatriated from the long-term ownership of one Mario Calitri of Ontario, Canada by a Warwickshire based businessman in June 2004. The car was then sold to the current vendor, a successful Italian entrepreneur, who included the car in his enviable car collection before undertaking the fastidious restoration in Rome. The work was carried out over the next 5 years only recently having been completed to faithful factory specification by its dedicated owner. There is a photographic record of the entire painstaking process with the history file of this car.It is now presented in outstanding order throughout following its thorough and professional restoration process. The engine of this matching numbers car is reported to run well and reports oil pressures and throttle response as you would expect.This is a fantastic and rare opportunity to purchase one of the earliest Jaguar E-Types during the official celebrations of the 50th Anniversary of the Jaguar E-Type at the Silverstone Classic.