Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2

Ex-Thierry Sabine

Grey with Cream Interior | 44,857 km Indicated

When unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 1961, the Jaguar E-Type caused a sensation unlike almost any other motor car of its era. Combining race-bred engineering derived from the marque’s Le Mans successes with breathtakingly modern styling, it redefined expectations of performance and value in a production sports car.

By 1964, the introduction of the 4.2-litre engine enhanced the model’s flexibility and refinement, delivering greater torque while preserving the purity and visual delicacy of the coveted Series 1 design. For many enthusiasts, the 4.2 Series 1 represents the ideal balance between early aesthetic purity and improved drivability.

The Motor Car Offered
The present example is a desirable European-specification fixed-head coupé, presented in an elegant grey livery complemented by a cream interior—an understated and timeless combination that highlights the car’s sculptural lines.

Indicating 44,857 kilometres at the time of cataloguing, the car retains its correct two-seater configuration and manual transmission, consistent with its original sporting character.

Under the bonnet lies Jaguar’s renowned 4.2-litre inline six-cylinder engine, celebrated for its smooth power delivery and distinctive mechanical character. The driving experience remains quintessentially Series 1: long bonnet stretching ahead, intimate cockpit, and a balance of performance and civility that made the E-Type a benchmark of its generation.

Provenance
Of particular note is the car’s former ownership by Thierry Sabine, the visionary founder of the Paris-Dakar Rally. Sabine’s name remains synonymous with endurance, adventure, and mechanical passion. Ownership by such a figure lends this E-Type an added dimension of historical and emotional resonance, linking one of Britain’s most iconic sports cars with one of motorsport’s great modern adventurers.

A Collectible Opportunity
Series 1 4.2-litre E-Type coupés in European specification continue to enjoy strong demand among collectors, valued for their purity of design, usability, and enduring international recognition.

The combination of:
• Desirable early Series 1 configuration
• European specification
• Elegant colour scheme
• Documented association with Thierry Sabine
makes this example a particularly appealing acquisition for the discerning enthusiast or collector.

Offered with accompanying documentation and available for inspection by prior appointment.