Classic Car Brokerage
Jaguar E-type series I 4.2 litre 1966
The Jaguar E-type ( or XK-E in the USA ) is a British automobile manufactured by Jaguar in the united kingdom between 1961 and 1975. its combination of good looks,high performance and competitive pricing established the marque as an icon of 1960's motoring. Over 70,000 models were sold during its lifespan. the original series I was powered by a 3.8 litre engine later to be available as a 4.2 litre. along with the larger engine capacity you had all synchromesh gearbox,improved clutch,alternator in place of the dynamo,pre-engaged starter and more comfortable seats.
This particular vehicle has been with the current owner since April 1990 who has spent a considerable amount getting the vehicle into its current condition:
1991:Engine rebore and crankshaft reground. Crank assembly lightened and balanced high performance camshafts fitted. bare metal restoration work done by
Andy Chesman - Coventry Automotive.
1993: Interior retrimmed work done by Fisher Restoration
2001: Bigger bore exhaust fitted work done by Fisher Restoration
2004: Suspension geometry upgraded. Wider wheels fitted. four pot cailers fitted with vented front discs koni shock absorbers fitted to front and rear. Rear splined hubs and drive shaft and universal joints replaced. Six branch stainless steel exhaust manifold fitted. Electronic ignition work done by Derek Watson
2005: Further restoration to bodywork including new bonnet and rear wings work done by Derek Watson
Car Sold
Aston Martin DB5
The Aston Martin DB5 was launched in 1963, and was a development of the previous DB4 model which it replaced. Available as both sports saloon or convertible, the DB5 was slightly longer and also heavier than its predecessor, but the weight disadvantage was offset by the 4 litre version of the double overhead engine which produced 282 bhp. A higher performance Vantage model of the DB5 was also made and the power output on this car was 325bhp. Early cars were fitted with a four speed gearbox but had the option of three speed automatic, or a five speed ZF manual unit. The five speed gearbox soon became standard equipment on all DB5 cars. Further improvements over the DB4 included an improved exhaust system, alternator rather than dynamo, and electric windows as standard. Air conditioning was available as an option. In 1964 the DB5 found fame as the transport of a certain James Bond (played by Sean Connery) in the film Goldfinger, making it probably the best known of all Aston Martin models. After production of just over 1000 cars the DB5 was replaced in 1965 by the DB6.
The model we have to offer is a 1965 Superleggera with the 5 speed ZF gearbox. It was supplied new to the musician Joe Browne and was then transferred to his agency, Joe Browne c/o Tasco Ltd. It was then acquired by our client, the late John Forrester in 1985. The car is in excellent condition and will be sold with a years MOT.
Inspection by prior appointment.
Car Sold