1963 Jaguar E Type Manual
VIC • Private
16
Odometer125,746km
Body typeConvertible
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
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# 1963 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 Roadster | Matching Numbers | Heritage Certified
**An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of Britain's most iconic and desirable classic sports cars — a genuine 1963 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-litre Roadster, presented in beautiful Carmen Red with black leather interior.**
Accompanied by Jaguar Heritage Certificate No. 39622, this matching-numbers example represents the purity and elegance of the early Series 1 E-Type, widely celebrated for its timeless design, exceptional engineering and place in automotive history.
Previously part of the private collection of respected businessman David Rodd, the vehicle was sold in December 2014 to a private collector, where it remained carefully garaged, covered and used sparingly for special occasions.
Following the passing of its previous collector owner, this remarkable E-Type is now offered for sale.
## Vehicle highlights
- Genuine 1963 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 Roadster
- Early 3.8-litre specification
- Matching-numbers example
- Jaguar Heritage Certificate No. 39622
- January 1963 build
- Carmen Red exterior
- Black leather interior
- 3.8-litre naturally aspirated straight-six engine
- Four-speed manual transmission
- Early Series 1 aluminium dashboard and centre console
- Classic wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel
- Period-correct leather bucket seats
- Early no-exterior-mirror specification
- Previously owned by businessman David Rodd
- Long-term private collection history
## Provenance & History
This E-Type benefits from an interesting and documented ownership story.
Previously forming part of David Rodd's private collection, it was sold in December 2014 to another private collector.
For approximately the following decade, the vehicle was carefully stored indoors, protected from the elements and driven only occasionally for selected events.
Its history, matching-numbers specification and accompanying Jaguar Heritage Certificate add to its appeal as an early Series 1 Roadster.
## Presentation & Original Character
Finished in striking Carmen Red with contrasting black leather, the car beautifully showcases the proportions that made the original E-Type a design icon.
Beneath the sculpted bonnet sits Jaguar's legendary 3.8-litre inline-six engine, presented in exceptionally clean condition.
The interior retains the distinctive character of the early 3.8-litre Series 1 models, including the aluminium dashboard and centre console, wood-rimmed steering wheel and traditional analogue instruments.
The vehicle has been restored and maintained with particular attention to preserving its period-correct appearance and classic Jaguar character.
## Odometer
**78,135 miles indicated (approximately 125,746 kilometres).**
The vehicle retains its miles-based odometer. Kilometres are shown for advertising purposes only.
## Private Sale
An opportunity to acquire an early matching-numbers Series 1 E-Type Roadster with desirable specification, notable ownership history and Jaguar Heritage documentation.
Genuine enquiries welcome.
Inspections available by appointment for serious prospective purchasers.
**Registration & Ownership**
The vehicle is currently unregistered purely due to lack of use. Having been kept in a private collection and driven only occasionally, the previous registration was simply allowed to lapse.
There were no mechanical or roadworthiness issues that prompted the lapse in registration, and I have experienced no issues with registering the vehicle previously.
The vehicle has been associated with the Ferrari Club and, given its age, is eligible for consideration under Victoria's Historic Club Permit Scheme, subject to the usual roadworthy and VicRoads requirements.
The vehicle is being sold unregistered. Its unregistered status is simply a result of it not being driven regularly, rather than any known issue preventing registration.
Car details
øVehicle description
Series 1 Roadster 2dr Man 4sp 3.8
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Red
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 3.8L
Cost of finance
Registration plate
Check with seller
Build date
January 1963
Compliance date
Check with seller
Roadworthy certificate
Cost to transportSponsored
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-21065750
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
3781cc
Engine Size (L)
3.8L
Induction
Aspirated
Cylinders
6
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Delivery
Carburettor Single
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Other
Country of Origin
UNITED KINGDOM
Launch Year
1963
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
Series 1
Series
Series 1
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
Convertible
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Not Determined
Victoria
Referred
Queensland
Referred
South Australia
Referred
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