MAKE: Jaguar
MODEL: E-Type Series 1 Roadster
YEAR: 1965
CHASSIS: 1E10595
ENGINE CAPACITY: 4,200 cc
ENGINE: 7E5374-9
HOMOLOGATION: ASI Targa Oro
INTERIOR: Blue leather
EXTERIOR: Opalescent Silver Blue
HOOD: Blue mohair
ACCESSORIES: 6.5″ stainless steel tubeless wire wheels
Provenance
Purchased in March 2011 by Cristiano Luzzago, the car has never left his prestigious private collection. Luzzago personally drove this E-Type in numerous national and international classic motoring events, proving its remarkable reliability over long distances.
History, Features and Rarity
The Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2 Roadster (1964-1967) is one of the most iconic automobiles ever built—celebrated for its design, performance and racing pedigree.
Key features of the 1965 4.2 model include:
the desirable glass-covered headlights unique to early Series 1;
the improved 4.2-litre XK engine, offering more torque and smoother operation;
the fully synchronized manual gearbox introduced with the 4.2 series;
upgraded brakes and refined cabin details.
Production rarity
Only around 9,500 4.2 Roadsters were produced.
Original, matching-numbers cars in iconic colours like Opalescent Silver Blue are today highly sought-after by collectors.
The ASI Targa Oro certification further enhances the historical and collectible value of the vehicle.
Events and Historic Participation
The car boasts a fully documented presence in major Italian classic-car events, including:
2024 - Raid della Leonessa Rotary ARACI
2024 - Grand Prix Bordino
2024 - Raid della Leonessa Rotary ARACI
2024 - Grand Prix Bordino
2024 - Coppa della Perugina
2024 - Raduno British Motor Club
2023 - Rievocazione Storica Stella Alpina
2022 - Coppa della Perugina
2021 - Club 8 Volanti - 60° Jaguar E-Type Mantova
2020 - Arrivano le Inglesi - AMAMS Mantova
2019 - Dolomiti IRA Classic
2019 - Brescia - Edolo - Ponte di Legno
2019 - British Car Meeting - Museo Mille Miglia
2019 - “L'Arte al Volo”
2018 - Dolomiti IRA Classic
2017 - Winter Marathon
2017 - Valli e Nebbie
2017 - Jaguar International Meeting Toscana
2016 - ASI Autoshow Torino
2016 - 500 Miglia
2015 - 500 Miglia
2013 - Winter Race
2013 - Winter Marathon
2013 - Driving Together
2012 - 500 Miglia
2011 - Driving Together
Maintenance, Restorations and Documentation
Over the years, the car has received extensive mechanical and bodywork servicing to ensure maximum reliability.
All work is supported by detailed invoices and a complete photographic archive.
Certifications
The vehicle holds the prestigious ASI Targa Oro certification, confirming its authenticity and historical accuracy.
- Fuel
- Body Types
- Transmission
- Exterior ColourOpalescent Silver Blue
- Number of doors
