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Jaguar E-Type
E-Type Series 1
1966 Jaguar E Type Series I Fhc
1966
65,942 miles
Manual
Petrol
Ashford, Kent
£35,000 – £45,000
Estimate range
Bidding ends 15 Oct at 00:59
Listing Source
Hobbs Parker
Auction
Auction Date
Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Ends at 00:59
8 days remaining
Estimate
£35,000 - £45,000
Location
Ashford, Kent
Description
JAGUAR / E TYPE SERIES I FHC / Coupe Doors / RED Driven 20 miles to our auction centre. In local ownership since 2014, same area since 2000. 6 previous keepers.Supplied new by Henlys, the Jaguar was originally Opalescent Gold Sand and was subject to a colour change to Carmen Red in 1980 (photo album in history file).The car comes with old MOT certificates back to 1980 and its original book pack.
About the E-Type Series I
The E-Type Series I (1961-1968) is the purest and most valuable. Enzo Ferrari called it "the most beautiful car ever made." Initially with 3.8-litre (265hp), later 4.2-litre. Features covered headlights, small taillights, and toggle switches. Flat-floor cars (1961-1962) most valuable. Values from £100k to £300k+ (flat-floor Roadster).
Known Issues to Watch For
Engine: XK six (S1/S2) - oil leaks, cooling critical, timing chain, head gasket if overheated. V12 (S3) - generally reliable but complex carburettors (some converted to EFI), overheating if coolant neglected, head gaskets expensive, distributor issues. Cooling: Critical on all E-Types - modern fans recommended. Gearbox: All-synchro from 1965. Earlier Moss box synchros wear. Brakes: Discs all round but inboard rears (S3) can seize. Servo issues. Body: Monocoque steel - rust in sills, floors, inner wings, bonnet frame, boot floor critical. Bonnet fit notoriously difficult. Electrics: Lucas issues. Budget £8-15k annually.
Desirable Options
Series 1 (most valuable), Flat-floor 3.8, Roadster/OTS body, Matching numbers, Heritage Certificate, Good panel fit, Recent restoration, Good chrome, Original colours
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower265 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1966
Mileage65,942 miles
Body StyleCoupe
Production Info
Production Years1961 - 1968
GenerationSERIES1
Recently sold at auction: E-Type
Price history: E-Type at auction
21 sold lots
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E-Type prices over time
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21 of 21 lots
Listing Source
Hobbs Parker
Auction
Auction Date
Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Ends at 00:59
8 days remaining
Estimate
£35,000 - £45,000
Location
Ashford, Kent
Price on request
196665,942 milesManual