JAGUAR E-TYPE 4.2 SERIES 1 ROADSTER – 1965 , PRIVATE COLLECTION Cristiano Luzzago
MAKE: Jaguar
MODEL: E-Type Series 1 Roadster
YEAR: 1965
CHASSIS: 1E10595
ENGINE CAPACITY: 4,200 cc
ENGINE: 7E5374-9
HOMOLOGATION: ASI Targa Oro
INTERIOR: Blue leather
EXTERIOR: Opalescent Silver Blue
HOOD: Blue mohair
ACCESSORIES: 6.5" stainless steel tubeless wire wheels
Provenance
Purchased in March 2011 by Cristiano Luzzago, the car has never left his prestigious private collection. Luzzago personally drove this E-Type in numerous national and international classic motoring events, proving its remarkable reliability over long distances.
History, Features and Rarity
The Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2 Roadster (1964–1967) is one of the most iconic automobiles ever built—celebrated for its design, performance and racing pedigree.
Key features of the 1965 4.2 model include:
- the desirable glass-covered headlights unique to early Series 1;
- the improved 4.2-litre XK engine, offering more torque and smoother operation;
- the fully synchronized manual gearbox introduced with the 4.2 series;
- upgraded brakes and refined cabin details.
Production rarity
Only around 9,500 4.2 Roadsters were produced.
Original, matching-numbers cars in iconic colours like Opalescent Silver Blue are today highly sought-after by collectors.
The ASI Targa Oro certification further enhances the historical and collectible value of the vehicle.
Events and Historic Participation
The car boasts a fully documented presence in major Italian classic-car events, including:
2024 – Raid della Leonessa Rotary ARACI
2024 – Grand Prix Bordino
2024 – Raid della Leonessa Rotary ARACI
2024 – Grand Prix Bordino
2024 – Coppa della Perugina
2024 – Raduno British Motor Club
2023 – Rievocazione Storica Stella Alpina
2022 – Coppa della Perugina
2021 – Club 8 Volanti – 60° Jaguar E-Type Mantova
2020 – Arrivano le Inglesi – AMAMS Mantova
2019 – Dolomiti IRA Classic
2019 – Brescia – Edolo – Ponte di Legno
2019 – British Car Meeting – Museo Mille Miglia
2019 – “L’Arte al Volo”
2018 – Dolomiti IRA Classic
2017 – Winter Marathon
2017 – Valli e Nebbie
2017 – Jaguar International Meeting Toscana
2016 – ASI Autoshow Torino
2016 – 500 Miglia
2015 – 500 Miglia
2013 – Winter Race
2013 – Winter Marathon
2013 – Driving Together
2012 – 500 Miglia
2011 – Driving Together
Maintenance, Restorations and Documentation
Over the years, the car has received extensive mechanical and bodywork servicing to ensure maximum reliability.
All work is supported by detailed invoices and a complete photographic archive.
Certifications
The vehicle holds the prestigious ASI Targa Oro certification, confirming its authenticity and historical accuracy.
