How often do you come across an E-Type that is completely original? And we do not mean “nicely original” or “largely original.” No, what we have here is a genuine time capsule. Complete with its original factory hardtop. And that hardtop? It has never been removed. Take a look at the photographs and you will immediately understand what we mean. And yes, this E-Type runs and drives!
The Jaguar E-Type was unveiled to the public in 1961 and made an immediate sensation. Its long hood, low nose, covered headlights, and flowing lines instantly earned it worldwide acclaim. Even today, the design remains breathtaking. For many enthusiasts, the Series 1 represents the purest expression of the E-Type: elegant, technically advanced, and equipped with exactly the details that have made the model so beloved. Think of the glass-covered headlights, the small front grille, the classic taillights positioned above the bumpers, and the beautifully crafted interior filled with exquisite period details.
This 1963 example is powered by the highly desirable 3.8-liter inline-six engine. A powerplant with character, refinement, and a glorious soundtrack. In its day, the 3.8-liter E-Type was an extraordinarily fast automobile, delivering performance figures that still command respect today. Yet with this Jaguar, originality may be even more important than outright speed. Matching numbers, matching colors, and accompanied by a Jaguar Heritage Certificate, it offers exactly the kind of pedigree collectors hope to find.
The bodywork is honest and displays correct panel fitment. This is not an over-restored showpiece, but rather an E-Type that proudly preserves its history—and that is clearly visible throughout the car. The original documentation and owner's manuals are still present.
And then there is that hardtop. It is almost unbelievable, but it has never been removed. That single fact makes the story and ownership experience of this E-Type truly unique.
Recently, this E-Type underwent a technical inspection, and the best news is this: it runs and drives. That is precisely what makes this car even more fascinating. An almost completely original Series 1 Roadster with its factory hardtop, not merely preserved for admiration, but fully capable of coming to life on the road. Experiencing this car in person is both breathtaking and exhilarating.
Jaguar was far ahead of its time with independent rear suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and an aerodynamic body that remains one of the most beautiful automotive designs ever created. This Series 1 Roadster demonstrates exactly why.
In summary, this 1963 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 Roadster is an exceptionally original example featuring matching numbers, matching colors, a Jaguar Heritage Certificate, original factory documentation and manuals, and the original factory hardtop that has never been removed. A genuine time capsule, and a car that truly deserves to be experienced in person.
You are warmly invited to visit us in Brummen for a viewing. Do you live abroad? No problem at all; we sell our automobiles worldwide and can assist with every aspect of the export process. Since 1975, we have been a family-owned company with a deeply rooted passion for exceptional classic automobiles.
* Astonishingly 100% original with factory hardtop
* The bodywork is fair with correct fittings
* Matching numbers and colors - Jaguar Heritage Certificate available
* Recently technically inspected
* Offered with the original factory documentation and booklets
* Talking about a time capsule - "The hardtop has never been removed"
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