Jaguar E Type S1 3.8 Roadster 1963 for sale

Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 History, Provenance, Technical Features and Condition Produced on May 31, 1963, this prestigious Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 was shipped on June 14, 1963, to the Jaguar distributor for France, Delecroix, who handled its import through the official brand network. Subsequently, through the Jaguar dealership in Paris Royal Élysées, the car was delivered to its first owner, Mr. Peter Beneville. As a testament to its history and exceptional documentary traceability, the vehicle still retains the original Fiche from the Royal Élysées dealership, a document of great historical and collectible interest that reports the configuration characteristics of the car at the time of sale and the address of the first owner. The presence of such original documentation constitutes an important element of authenticity and value for any collector of historic cars. An absolute icon of world motoring Unveiled to the public in 1961, the Jaguar E-Type is universally regarded as one of the most beautiful and revolutionary cars ever built. Its extraordinarily modern lines, high technological content, and exceptional performance for the time immediately made it a benchmark in the international automotive landscape. Even Enzo Ferrari called it "the most beautiful car ever built," definitively consecrating it in the pantheon of sports cars of all time. The examples produced in 1963 belong to the highly sought-after first series 3.8 liters, considered by enthusiasts and experts to be the purest and most faithful version to Malcolm Sayer's original design. These models are particularly appreciated for numerous exclusive details, including: aluminum dashboard and center console; seats with original Series 1 design; specific interior panels; dashboard with first-generation Smiths instruments; 3.8-liter XK engine; Moss four-speed manual transmission; original stylistic features of the first series. Technical features The Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 is equipped with the famous Jaguar XK six-cylinder inline engine, derived directly from the experience gained by the company in international competitions. Main data Engine: 6-cylinder inline Jaguar XK Displacement: 3,781 cc Fuel system: three SU carburetors Maximum power: 265 HP Transmission: Moss 4-speed manual Rear-wheel drive Chassis: monocoque with tubular front subframe Brakes: disc brakes on all four wheels Top speed: about 240 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: about 7 seconds For its time, it represented one of the most advanced road cars in the world, thanks to the use of disc brakes, independent rear suspension, and aerodynamic solutions derived directly from Jaguar's experience at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Rarity and collectible interest The Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 built in the early years of production are now considered among the most desirable of the entire E-Type family. Examples with complete historical documentation, known provenance, and configuration in accordance with the original represent a particularly sought-after category in the international collector car market. The presence of the original documentation from the French dealership, along with the clear identification of the first owner and the preservation of the correct technical characteristics for the year of production, constitutes an element of considerable historical and collectible relevance. Maintenance and tuning work carried out in 2026 In 2026, the vehicle underwent an important maintenance and tuning program aimed at ensuring mechanical reliability, functional efficiency, and excellent aesthetic presentation. Main interventions carried out Replacement of the brake booster. Replacement of 2 tanks.