03 April 2017

Barn find Jaguar E-Type

It may not look much at the moment but when fully restored this Jaguar E-Type could be worth as much as a small house.

The 1962 Series 1 car was abandoned in a barn almost 20 years ago and has been there ever since, gradually deteriorating, but which auctioneers say is exactly the state that restorers want so they can start the rebuild from the wheels up.

It is being put up for sale by Classic Car Auctions with a guide price of £38,000 to £44,000 but experts say it could easily be worth £100,000 once it has been stripped down and returned to its original state.

Harry Whale, classic car consigner at Classic Car Auctions, said: "Now brought out of the barn and into daylight once again, an inspection reveals a genuine 'barn-find' example in very original condition, still retaining its rare and original brake system.

"Worn paintwork reveals a colour change to white with the original Opalescent Blue showing through in some areas, as well as evidence of a replacement bonnet in red. Despite missing some glass and the radiator, most of the car is original including the steering wheel and dashboard all veiled behind a generous layer of dust and detritus.

Read more: Jaguar E-Type could be worth £100,000 when restored.



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