Jaguar - E-Type - Series 1 - 3.8 Convertible - 1962
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This 1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 Roadster, with matching numbers and JDHT certificate, offers a meticulously restored classic ready for immediate road use.
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Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Roadster 1962. The Jaguar E-Type is an icon that is almost unmatched. When Jaguar introduced the first E-Type at the Geneva Motor Show in 1961, the world was stunned. The combination of racing technology, a monocoque construction that was ahead of its time, and an elegant design that would prove to be timeless made the E-Type immediately legendary. Enzo Ferrari even described it as 'the most beautiful car ever built.'
With its 3.8-liter XK engine, long characteristic nose, and pure mechanical experience, the early Series 1 Roadster is considered the most pure and desirable version. Left-hand drive early models are rare, collectible, and embody the essence of Jaguar's golden sports car heritage.
The example offered here – chassis 876693, year of manufacture 1962 – is fully restored. This car features matching numbers, confirmed by the official Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate, and an exceptionally comprehensive set of documentation. The restoration was carried out over several decades by specialized German Jaguar workshops, involving hundreds of hours of work, precise financial documentation, and extensive photographic reports.
For the serious collector, this is a rare opportunity to acquire an early Series 1 model that is both historically correct and technically fully reborn, with a proven provenance and ready to drive.
Highlights:
Multi-year, complete 'nut and bolt' restoration with photographic documentation and invoices.
Matching numbers, confirmed by Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate.
Vroege Series 1, delivered to New York in March 1962.
Valid Belgian registration with technical inspection until October 2029.
Extensive restoration carried out by specialized German Jaguar workshops.
The seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping.
The Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 Roadster represents the purest form of what many consider the most beautiful production car ever built. These early models are particularly sought after due to their historical value, rarity, and unspoiled design philosophy.
This particular example offers the rare combination of matching-numbers authenticity (confirmed by JDHT certification), complete documentation, and an extremely meticulous restoration that spanned several years. For the serious enthusiast, this is an opportunity to acquire a fully and correctly restored early E-Type, with excellent provenance and in ready-to-use condition.
History and Documentation
Manufactured on February 6, 1962, and shipped to Jaguar Cars, New York, on March 2, 1962.
• First owner: Union Rentals, Gardena, California.
Then exported to Germany, where the car underwent a comprehensive restoration from the late 1980s to the 1990s.
Restoration carried out by multiple specialized workshops, including Oldtimer Veteranen Shop GmbH, Vetcar Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH, and Vetcar Autohandel GmbH.
Further maintenance activities between 2003 and 2019 by Classic & New Cars, W&S Automobiltechnik, and Kamps Classics.
Imported to Belgium in 2019 and registered as a classic car (Car-Pass showed 7,811 km at that time).
Current Belgian registration: OAEZ939
Valid Belgian technical inspection until October 2029.
Accompanied by the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Production Certificate (No. 23177).
Including JDHT declaration letter confirming authenticity.
Complete set of German restoration invoices (1988–1999).
Photo documentation of the full restoration process
Further maintenance invoices (2003–2019)
Restoration history
1988–1991 – Coachwork and parts (Oldtimer Veteranen Shop GmbH, Idstein, Germany)
From numerous invoices between 1988 and 1991, a complete structural restoration is evident, including the purchase of original Jaguar parts.
Examples of invoices
• May 8, 1988: Parts worth DM 1,497.06
August 16, 1988: Chrome parts and structural panels – DM 607.39
August 24, 1988: Complete flooring parts and fastenings – DM 447.11
• January 17, 1991: Rear lights, buses, and fastening materials – DM 793.51
April 18, 1989: Complete hood and panel set – DM 1,599.42
The photos from this period include:
• Monocoque fully stripped down to bare metal through sandblasting.
Replacement of thresholds, floor panels, and protective board parts.
Replaced spokes for front subframes.
Various steps in welding, finishing, and pre-treatment.
This stage confirms a complete, professional chassis restoration at a high level.
1993 – Mechanical restoration (Vetcar Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH, Karlstadt-Stetten, Germany)
An invoice from October 1, 1993, shows, among other things:
• New starter motor, throttle valves, and carburetor overhaul kits
Revision of the cylinder head, new valves, and guides.
Renewed fuel system (Mitsuba pump, pipes, fittings)
206.5 working hours at DM 78.50 each.
Total: DM 21,848.83
This concerns a complete engine overhaul according to factory specifications.
1999 – Final assembly and finishing (Vetcar Autohandel GmbH i.L., Dillingen, Germany)
Invoice dated February 4, 1999, shows:
Surfacing the cylinder head, adjusting the valves, timing adjustment.
Polishing crankshaft, replacing bearings, assembling pistons.
Inspection of coupling, gearbox, and differential.
Complete final assembly and testing phase.
Work: 98¼ hours at DM 70 = DM 6,877.50
Total incl. VAT: DM 13,359.14
Photos show, among other things, the red-painted subframes, gold-colored engine, electrical wiring, and return to rolling chassis status.
2003 – Classic & New Cars, Senden (Germany)
Invoice of December 11, 2003.
Adjusting valves, setting ignition, synchronizing carburetors.
Installation of Luminition electronic ignition
Replacement of consumable parts (spark plugs, filters, coolant)
Total: €1,249.72
2018 – W&S Automobiltechnik GmbH, Münster (Germany)
Invoice of August 27, 2018 shows:
Disassembly, revision, and assembly of the rear axle.
Rear brake revision (cylinders, hoses, lines)
Replacement of front brake hoses.
Adjusting the handbrake, bleeding the brake system.
Components: €661.59
Work: €720
Total: €1,644.09
2019 – Kamps Classics GmbH, Kevelaer (Germany)
Invoice of June 28, 2019:
New wheel brake cylinders
Replacement of the main brake cylinder.
New brake fluid and adjustment.
Total: €769.34
2019 – Import to Belgium
Car-Pass shows 7,811 km.
Registered as Oldtimer
Technical inspection valid until October 2029
Documentation & Provenance
Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate (no. 23177)
• JDHT-brief confirms authenticity.
Full set of restoration invoices (1988–1999)
Complete photo report of restoration
Maintenance invoices (2003–2019)
Belgian Car-Pass and registration
Valid technical inspection (until 2029)
Condition & Summary
This matching-numbers Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Roadster from 1962 has undergone a very extensive, multi-year restoration in Germany, documented with invoices and photos. All major components — engine, gearbox, brakes, body — have been professionally rebuilt by Jaguar specialists.
Estimated total restoration costs
DM 40,000 – 45,000 + €3,600
Today, chassis 876693 presents itself as an exceptionally beautifully restored, technically prepared Series 1 Roadster with full and verifiable history — ideal for the discerning collector or enthusiast.
General Information
Brand: Jaguar
Type: XKE E-Type Convertible
Production year: 1962
Engine and power: 3.8L (3781CC) Inline 6, 265 HP (Matching numbers)
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Odometer reading: 18096 kilometers
Number of keys: 2
Margin yes
Registration: Belgian License Plate
VIN: 876693
Options
- Adjustable steering wheel
bucket seats
Chromed front bumper
Chrome-plated mirrors
Chromed rear bumper
Chromed rims
double exhaust
Foldable softtop
Full spare wheel
Leather upholstery
Leadership sessions
Power brakes
Radio
Tachometer
Cover for the soft top
Trip odometer
Wooden steering wheel
EXTRA INFORMATION:
No COC document is required for registration of this Jaguar within Europe due to its age.
This car is offered with a Belgian license plate, which means it has been inspected and is ready for the public road.
Taking photos are part of the description.
The seller can assist with worldwide transport.
The car can be viewed and picked up in Schiedam, Netherlands. All technical inspections, test drives, and viewings are possible before making an offer. For any questions, you can contact the auctioneer.
Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Roadster 1962. The Jaguar E-Type is an icon that is almost unmatched. When Jaguar introduced the first E-Type at the Geneva Motor Show in 1961, the world was stunned. The combination of racing technology, a monocoque construction that was ahead of its time, and an elegant design that would prove to be timeless made the E-Type immediately legendary. Enzo Ferrari even described it as 'the most beautiful car ever built.'
With its 3.8-liter XK engine, long characteristic nose, and pure mechanical experience, the early Series 1 Roadster is considered the most pure and desirable version. Left-hand drive early models are rare, collectible, and embody the essence of Jaguar's golden sports car heritage.
The example offered here – chassis 876693, year of manufacture 1962 – is fully restored. This car features matching numbers, confirmed by the official Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate, and an exceptionally comprehensive set of documentation. The restoration was carried out over several decades by specialized German Jaguar workshops, involving hundreds of hours of work, precise financial documentation, and extensive photographic reports.
For the serious collector, this is a rare opportunity to acquire an early Series 1 model that is both historically correct and technically fully reborn, with a proven provenance and ready to drive.
Highlights:
Multi-year, complete 'nut and bolt' restoration with photographic documentation and invoices.
Matching numbers, confirmed by Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate.
Vroege Series 1, delivered to New York in March 1962.
Valid Belgian registration with technical inspection until October 2029.
Extensive restoration carried out by specialized German Jaguar workshops.
The seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping.
The Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 Roadster represents the purest form of what many consider the most beautiful production car ever built. These early models are particularly sought after due to their historical value, rarity, and unspoiled design philosophy.
This particular example offers the rare combination of matching-numbers authenticity (confirmed by JDHT certification), complete documentation, and an extremely meticulous restoration that spanned several years. For the serious enthusiast, this is an opportunity to acquire a fully and correctly restored early E-Type, with excellent provenance and in ready-to-use condition.
History and Documentation
Manufactured on February 6, 1962, and shipped to Jaguar Cars, New York, on March 2, 1962.
• First owner: Union Rentals, Gardena, California.
Then exported to Germany, where the car underwent a comprehensive restoration from the late 1980s to the 1990s.
Restoration carried out by multiple specialized workshops, including Oldtimer Veteranen Shop GmbH, Vetcar Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH, and Vetcar Autohandel GmbH.
Further maintenance activities between 2003 and 2019 by Classic & New Cars, W&S Automobiltechnik, and Kamps Classics.
Imported to Belgium in 2019 and registered as a classic car (Car-Pass showed 7,811 km at that time).
Current Belgian registration: OAEZ939
Valid Belgian technical inspection until October 2029.
Accompanied by the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Production Certificate (No. 23177).
Including JDHT declaration letter confirming authenticity.
Complete set of German restoration invoices (1988–1999).
Photo documentation of the full restoration process
Further maintenance invoices (2003–2019)
Restoration history
1988–1991 – Coachwork and parts (Oldtimer Veteranen Shop GmbH, Idstein, Germany)
From numerous invoices between 1988 and 1991, a complete structural restoration is evident, including the purchase of original Jaguar parts.
Examples of invoices
• May 8, 1988: Parts worth DM 1,497.06
August 16, 1988: Chrome parts and structural panels – DM 607.39
August 24, 1988: Complete flooring parts and fastenings – DM 447.11
• January 17, 1991: Rear lights, buses, and fastening materials – DM 793.51
April 18, 1989: Complete hood and panel set – DM 1,599.42
The photos from this period include:
• Monocoque fully stripped down to bare metal through sandblasting.
Replacement of thresholds, floor panels, and protective board parts.
Replaced spokes for front subframes.
Various steps in welding, finishing, and pre-treatment.
This stage confirms a complete, professional chassis restoration at a high level.
1993 – Mechanical restoration (Vetcar Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH, Karlstadt-Stetten, Germany)
An invoice from October 1, 1993, shows, among other things:
• New starter motor, throttle valves, and carburetor overhaul kits
Revision of the cylinder head, new valves, and guides.
Renewed fuel system (Mitsuba pump, pipes, fittings)
206.5 working hours at DM 78.50 each.
Total: DM 21,848.83
This concerns a complete engine overhaul according to factory specifications.
1999 – Final assembly and finishing (Vetcar Autohandel GmbH i.L., Dillingen, Germany)
Invoice dated February 4, 1999, shows:
Surfacing the cylinder head, adjusting the valves, timing adjustment.
Polishing crankshaft, replacing bearings, assembling pistons.
Inspection of coupling, gearbox, and differential.
Complete final assembly and testing phase.
Work: 98¼ hours at DM 70 = DM 6,877.50
Total incl. VAT: DM 13,359.14
Photos show, among other things, the red-painted subframes, gold-colored engine, electrical wiring, and return to rolling chassis status.
2003 – Classic & New Cars, Senden (Germany)
Invoice of December 11, 2003.
Adjusting valves, setting ignition, synchronizing carburetors.
Installation of Luminition electronic ignition
Replacement of consumable parts (spark plugs, filters, coolant)
Total: €1,249.72
2018 – W&S Automobiltechnik GmbH, Münster (Germany)
Invoice of August 27, 2018 shows:
Disassembly, revision, and assembly of the rear axle.
Rear brake revision (cylinders, hoses, lines)
Replacement of front brake hoses.
Adjusting the handbrake, bleeding the brake system.
Components: €661.59
Work: €720
Total: €1,644.09
2019 – Kamps Classics GmbH, Kevelaer (Germany)
Invoice of June 28, 2019:
New wheel brake cylinders
Replacement of the main brake cylinder.
New brake fluid and adjustment.
Total: €769.34
2019 – Import to Belgium
Car-Pass shows 7,811 km.
Registered as Oldtimer
Technical inspection valid until October 2029
Documentation & Provenance
Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate (no. 23177)
• JDHT-brief confirms authenticity.
Full set of restoration invoices (1988–1999)
Complete photo report of restoration
Maintenance invoices (2003–2019)
Belgian Car-Pass and registration
Valid technical inspection (until 2029)
Condition & Summary
This matching-numbers Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Roadster from 1962 has undergone a very extensive, multi-year restoration in Germany, documented with invoices and photos. All major components — engine, gearbox, brakes, body — have been professionally rebuilt by Jaguar specialists.
Estimated total restoration costs
DM 40,000 – 45,000 + €3,600
Today, chassis 876693 presents itself as an exceptionally beautifully restored, technically prepared Series 1 Roadster with full and verifiable history — ideal for the discerning collector or enthusiast.
General Information
Brand: Jaguar
Type: XKE E-Type Convertible
Production year: 1962
Engine and power: 3.8L (3781CC) Inline 6, 265 HP (Matching numbers)
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Odometer reading: 18096 kilometers
Number of keys: 2
Margin yes
Registration: Belgian License Plate
VIN: 876693
Options
- Adjustable steering wheel
bucket seats
Chromed front bumper
Chrome-plated mirrors
Chromed rear bumper
Chromed rims
double exhaust
Foldable softtop
Full spare wheel
Leather upholstery
Leadership sessions
Power brakes
Radio
Tachometer
Cover for the soft top
Trip odometer
Wooden steering wheel
EXTRA INFORMATION:
No COC document is required for registration of this Jaguar within Europe due to its age.
This car is offered with a Belgian license plate, which means it has been inspected and is ready for the public road.
Taking photos are part of the description.
The seller can assist with worldwide transport.
The car can be viewed and picked up in Schiedam, Netherlands. All technical inspections, test drives, and viewings are possible before making an offer. For any questions, you can contact the auctioneer.
Details
Brand
Jaguar
Model Type
E-Type - Series 1 - 3.8 Convertible
Year
1962
Located in
Netherlands
Mileage reading
18096 km
Registration papers
with Belgian registration
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Horse Power
265
Cubic capacity
3781
Matching numbers
Yes
Matching colours
No
Service book/history
Yes
Valid MOT
Yes
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Condition (Paint & body)
Very Good: minor chips or scratches, minor conventional body and paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Very Good: clean, showing minimal wear. May require replacement of minor missing or broken parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Very Good: frame/structure is in a well preserved condition, minor signs of usage/wear
Condition (Mechanical)
Very Good: mechanically sound, may require minor service
Condition (Overall)
Very good condition: minimal signs of wear
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
