Jaguar E-type ‘Lightweight’ Replica (LHD) 3.8 1963
General description :
Restoration and conversion completed by marque specialist in 1996
Supplied new to Jaguar racer Peter Lindner
Cost of restoration and conversion circa £100,000
Invoices and photographic records on file
Raced circa 1996 – 2001
Made road legal in 2011
Manufactured on 3rd July 1963, left-hand drive chassis number ‘879769’ was despatched to famous German Jaguar dealer and racer, Peter Lindner. The E-Type then found its way home to the UK in the 1980’s before undergoing meticulous restoration and conversion work by a renowned marque specialist who uprated almost every aspect of the car to ensure that it would be one of the most competitive examples.
Finished in Silver with a works-style hardtop and complementary silver peg drive alloy wheels. The interior features a full roll cage and competition bucket seat (a 2nd seat was fitted in June 2021). No aspect of the car was disregarded during the restoration with the car being stripped to its bare shell. Works were completed in 1996 and estimated to have cost ~ £100,000 (invoices and photographic record on file).
The car was then raced for around five years between 1996 – 2001 before being sold in December 2001. It was then purchased by a gentleman who loved Historic GT racing and in particular the Lightweight E-types. He never raced the E-type, as he did not have a race licence, and even after one had been obtained the car was used primarily for track days or for testing days to assess any improvements he made to it. The car was track tested at Brands Hatch where he made changes to the exhaust system to comply with the noise regulations.
In 2011, the owner decided that it would be more economical to drive to tracks instead of paying for transportation. He set about making the E-Type road legal and the car was duly registered with the DVLA to gain Historic Classic Car status. The car passed its MoT in August 2011, but having purchased a car trailer the owner decided not to continue with annual MoTs. An engineer by trade, he enjoyed working on the E-Type more than driving it, and would spend hours maintaining and improving the car to keep it in perfect running order.
Our beautiful E-Type is perfect for all sorts of use such as Historic Club Racing, Historic Rally Car events, Track and Road to name a few.
The E-Type remains as popular as ever in the GT class for historic racing making this a wonderful purchase for any lover of Historic GT cars.
Now available for viewing at the DD Classics Dealership in London, please call 0208 878 3355 for more information.
1963 Jaguar E-type ‘Lightweight’ Replica (LHD) 3.8 is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Surrey by DD Classics for £119950.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Jaguar Model : E-type Model Version : ‘Lightweight’ Replica (LHD) 3.8 Engine size : 3.8 Model Year : 1963 Sub type : Race/Rally Car Location : Surrey Vehicle Registration : Undefined
119950 £
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About Jaguar E-type
The Jaguar E-Type FHC (Fixed Head Coupe) is a classic sports car that was produced by the British automaker Jaguar Cars from 1961 to 1974. It is often regarded as one of the most beautiful cars ever produced, with its long, sleek hood, flowing curves, and aggressive stance.The E-Type FHC was derived from the D-Type race car that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1955, 1956, and 1957. It was powered by a 3.8-liter inline-six engine that produced up to 265 horsepower and featured advanced suspension and braking systems, with independent suspension and disc brakes on all four wheels.
The E-Type FHC was known for its exceptional handling and performance, with a top speed of up to 150 mph and acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in as little as 6.7 seconds. Its design was also innovative for its time, featuring an independent rear suspension and a monocoque construction.
The Jaguar E-Type FHC became an iconic car of the 1960s and was favored by celebrities and enthusiasts alike. OTS i.e The Jaguar E-Type Roadster became an iconic car of the 1960s and was favored by celebrities wanting to be seen in their car.