A meticulously restored 1967 Jaguar E-Type Series I Roadster, featuring a matching-numbers 4.2L engine, heads to Mecum Glendale.
A stunning 1967 Jaguar E-Type Series I Roadster, regarded as one of the most collectible classic sports cars, is set to cross the block at Mecum Glendale. This meticulously restored example represents the final model year of the Series I, making it a sought-after piece of Jaguar history.
Delivered new on May 31, 1967, to its first owner, Milton O. Lustnaur, through Jaguar Cars, New York, this E-Type remains in its factory-original Carmen Red over black leather interior. The car retains its matching-numbers 4.2-liter inline-six engine paired with a four-speed manual transmission, a highly desirable configuration among collectors.
The roadster underwent an exhaustive nine-year, $200,000 restoration completed in 2016, bringing it back to concours-worthy condition. Alongside its beautifully sculpted bodywork, the car features chrome wire wheels, Smiths instrumentation, tinted glass, a wood-rimmed steering wheel, and an updated JVC cassette radio. Included in the sale are its tool kit, Jaguar Operating and Service Handbook, and a Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate, further cementing its authenticity and provenance.
The Series I E-Type remains one of the most revered postwar sports cars, lauded for its breathtaking design and exhilarating performance. This example, presented in fully restored condition, offers an opportunity to own one of Jaguar’s most iconic models—a car that continues to captivate collectors and enthusiasts alike.
With its timeless appeal and concours-level restoration, this 1967 Jaguar E-Type Series I Roadster is poised to attract strong bidding when it hits the auction stage at Mecum Glendale.
