1961 Jaguar E Type Manual

1961 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 Flat-Floor Roadster – Tourist Delivery, Matching Numbers

An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of the most desirable and collectible Jaguar E-Types ever produced – a genuine 1961 Series 1 3.8 Flat-Floor Roadster.

Finished in midnight blue and featuring the highly sought-after flat-floor configuration unique to the earliest production cars, this E-Type represents the purest expression of Malcolm Sayer's iconic design.
Original vehicle colour is Grey and can be easily restored to its original glory

Delivered new under Jaguar's Tourist Delivery Program, the original owner collected the vehicle in the United Kingdom before touring Europe and subsequently shipping the car home to Australia. This fascinating provenance adds a unique chapter to the vehicle's history and further enhances its collectability.

Powered by the legendary 3.8-litre twin-cam inline-six producing 265 horsepower and paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox, the E-Type remains one of the most exhilarating sports cars of its era. Early features include the coveted flat floors, welded bonnet louvres, and period-correct details that distinguish these first-production examples from later cars.

Highlights:
• Genuine 1961 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 Roadster
• Rare and highly collectible Flat-Floor model
• 3.8-litre DOHC inline-six engine
• 4-speed manual transmission
• Original Tourist Delivery vehicle
• Delivered new in the United Kingdom and exported to Australia
• Outstanding provenance and historical significance
• One of the most iconic sports cars ever built

Widely regarded as one of the most beautiful automobiles ever produced, the early flat-floor E-Type continues to be a cornerstone of the world's finest collections and an investment-grade classic with enduring appeal.

Enquiries from genuine collectors and enthusiasts are welcomed