1961 | Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Flat Floor

We are proud to present this fully restored 1961 Jaguar E-Type Roadster****Series 1, featuring the coveted Flat Floor and Welded Louver Bonnet, paired with its original matching numbers chassis, engine, body and gearbox. As one of the earliest and most desirable examples of the E-Type, this car represents a rare opportunity for collectors to own an iconic piece of automotive history.

This car has undergone a concours-quality restoration, preserving its original features while ensuring it performs like new. Only the earliest E-Types were built with the flat floor and welded bonnet louvers, making this example one of the most collectible and sought-after among Jaguar enthusiasts.

Key Features:

• Chassis Number: 875811 (matching)
• Engine Number: R2167-9 (matching)
• Body Number: R2030 (matching)
• Gearbox Number: EB 1294 JS (matching)
• Date Built: 16 October 1961
• Body Style: Roadster
• Engine: Original 3.8L inline-six, matching numbers
• Transmission: Original 4-speed manual, matching numbers
• Color: Opalescent Silver Blue
• Interior: Dark Blue Leather
• Soft Top: Dark Blue
• Hard Top: Dark Blue
• Mileage: 0 (after restauration)
• Classic car registration
• Warranty: ask us about options and durations

Restoration Highlights:

1. Matching Numbers Verification:

• This E-Type retains its original, factory-issued matching numbers engine, transmission, and body, as verified by the Jaguar Heritage Certificate. This ensures that the car is both historically accurate and more valuable to discerning collectors.

2. Body and Panels:

• The car’s flat floor has been meticulously restored to its original design, offering the purest and most authentic driving experience.
• The welded louvers on the bonnet, a hallmark of the earliest Series 1 models, have been expertly restored to original factory specifications, preserving this rare feature. The bodywork has been stripped to bare metal, and the car has been refinished in Opalescent Silver Blue using period-correct paint.

3. Engine and Drivetrain:

• The original 3.8L engine, which bears the same serial number as it did when the car left the factory, has been fully rebuilt to factory specifications, ensuring it performs as it did in 1961.
• The matching 4-speed manual gearbox has also been restored, providing smooth and precise shifts, along with the fully refurbished suspension and braking systems for an authentic driving experience.

4. Interior:

• The interior has been fully restored to period-correct specifications, featuring hand-stitched leather seats, original-style carpeting, and a restored dashboard. The Smiths gauges are fully operational, and the original steering wheel and trim have been also carefully restored.
• The car’s interior trim and upholstery have been sourced to match the original factory materials, ensuring historical accuracy and comfort.

5. Electrical and Mechanical Systems:

• All electrical systems, including lighting, instrumentation, and indicators, have been overhauled or replaced to ensure reliability, while maintaining the original look and functionality.
• The cooling, fuel, and exhaust systems have been restored or replaced with new, high-quality components to ensure the car runs smoothly and reliably.

6. Exterior and Finish:

• The car has received a concours-level respray in Opalescent Silver Blue, using period-correct materials for a flawless finish. Every chrome detail, including the wire wheels and trim, has been restored or replaced to original standards.

Documentation:

• Jaguar Heritage Certificate, verifying the car's original specifications, matching numbers, and factory build records.
• Full photographic and written documentation of the restoration process.
• Restoration receipts and a comprehensive service history file.

Why This Car?

This Jaguar E-Type combines rarity, historical significance, and meticulous restoration. The flat floor, welded louvers, and matching numbers make this one of the most desirable examples on the market today. It is a perfect candidate for concours events or as a high-value investment for collectors. The car is in showroom condition, ready to be enjoyed both as a driving masterpiece and a symbol of automotive excellence.

We offer the vehicle on behalf of the owner.

The mileage has been read; the actual mileage may vary.