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4,235cc DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine 3 SU HD8 Carburetors 265bhp at 5,400rpm 5-Speed Manual Transmission (see text) 4-Wheel Independent Suspension with Adjustable Gas-Filled Shocks 4-Wheel Wilwood Disc Brakes *Professional restored example built to drive *Numerous understated modern upgrades *Less than 2,000 miles on the restoration *The perfect car for a weekend drive THE JAGUAR E-TYPE When introduced at the 1961 Geneva Salon, Jaguar's E-Type stirred passions with its extremely sleek and timeless design backed by staggering performance. The newcomer's design owed much to that of the racing D-Type. Indeed, the E-Type would be one of the last great sports cars developed directly from a successful competition ancestor. Just as in the D-Type, a monocoque tub formed the main body/chassis structure while a tubular spaceframe extended forwards to support the engine. The latter was the same 3.8-liter, triple-carbureted, 'S' unit first offered as an option on the preceding XK150. With a claimed 265 horsepower on tap, the E-Type's performance furthered the standards set by the preceding XK models: firstly, because it weighed around 500lbs less than the XK150 and secondly because aerodynamicist Malcolm Sayer used experience gained with the D-Type to create one of the most elegant and efficient shapes ever to grace a motor car. Developed from that of the original XK120 sports car and refined in the racing D-Type, the double wishbone, independent front suspension was mounted on the forward subframe. At the rear the E-Type's suspension broke new ground for a large-capacity sports car, being independent at a time when most of its major rivals relied on the traditional live rear axle. Dunlop disc brakes were fitted to all four wheels; those at the rear being mounted inboard alongside the differential to reduce un-sprung weight. Often called the most beautiful production car of all time, the E-Type remains an automotive icon of design, engineering and speed. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This blue over grey E-Type Roadster is an example of how great a vintage car can be with a few modern touches. Previously the subject of a $100,000 restoration in the early 1990s, it had suffered some accident damage when it was acquired by its antepenultimate owner, an experienced Jaguar restorer, in 2004. Looking to turn the car into more of an enjoyable driver rather than an out-and-out show car, the decision was made to restore the car with modern-day technology to alleviate the features most often negatively associated in the E-Type. The body was carefully gone through with any damaged sections replaced with brand new Martin Robey sheet metal and professionally welded to ensure tight fit and factory quality alignment. The finished body was stripped, professionally finished with two dual stage primer coats, four layers of PPG basecoat in brilliant blue, another four layers of PPG clearcoat, and finally wet sanded, polished and buffed. Inside, the interior was professionally finished and installed in grey hides, the steering wheel was replaced with a new Motolita 15" unit, and the stereo was discretely fitted with an iPod jack. On top of it all, a new Stayfast canvas convertible top in navy with a matching black convertible boot cover was fitted. The engine, from a later Series II car but mechanically very similar to the 4.2 liter six that was originally fitted in the car, was professionally rebuilt and fitted with a new solid state SU fuel pump, distributor with electronic contacts, ceramic coated headers, and an ANSA exhaust system. Ahead of the motor, a modern, aluminum radiator built especially for E-Types was installed. Additionally, the rear differential was completely rebuilt with new bearings and gaskets and the shell powder coated. Between that and the engine, a 5-speed manual transmission from a Toyota Supra was fitted for crisp, fast shifting action and an extra gear for cruising. The drivetrain wasn't the only thing to receive attention, however. All s