1968 E - Type Challenger Roadster SOLD

Is this the most beautiful car ever? Enzio Farrari said the E Type Jaguar was. And at around half the price of an original E-Type roadster;, this replica from Triple C Challenger certainly fits the bill. The lightweight fibre glass doesn’t rust so it’s rot free too.

The body moulds were licensed from Jaguar itself so the Challenger shape is true to the original design. Underneath it's based on a 1968 Jaguar 420 and is registered as a Jaguar 420 Sports. The six-cylinder 4235cc engine comes from the donor car so it is a genuine Jaguar engine from the period. This version has twin carb's. DVLA recognise it as a Historic car so it's exempt from road tax.

Mileage is just under 5, 000 since the engine was rebuilt as part of the conversion to a Challenger. I've done about 3, 500 miles since I got. It starts well and has a 123 electronic ignition. To illustrate, after 3 months of laying idle it started with relative ease last weekend.

The original owner upgraded the fans to aid cooling.

I’ve added a tuned stainless-steel exhaust, which means it sounds as good as it looks.

The only problems I've had since I bought it in 2015 have been niggly ones. Hand break warning light, condensation in the headlight lens, boot letting in water (but there's a simple fix for anyone more practical than me) and the balance of the carbs - which I've had refurbished since (work done professionally in Sept 2017).

MOT is until December 2021, no advisories last time round and low mileage since. Nothing suggests to me that anything major is likely to come up at renewal. Since I’ve had it, the car has been regularly serviced by a local garage that work on a wide range of classic & historic cars. The mechanicals are uncomplicated though, it is 1960’s technology after all, so basic maintenance is straightforward enough for anyone inclined to get their hands dirty.

It was resprayed in 2016 in an authentic historical Opalescent Gunmetal Grey; the hood is burgundy mohair and was new in 2015. New battery fitted 2016 and auxiliary belts replaced Nov 2015. Remember it’s done very low mileage since.

There’s plenty of history with the car, including a file of paperwork from the original owners that includes the build instructions and receipts.

By putting the searches below in to Google it will take you to the original marketing material from the manufacturer and tells you a bit around the pedigree of the design. You may find it interesting if you are unfamiliar with Tripple C. I know I was until I stumbled across the Challenger Owners’ Club (also linked), which is very active, knowledgeable and supportive.

Triple C Challenger E-Type Replica Kit

Challenger E-type Owners Club.

This is a real head turner, I've had loads of comments from people in all walks of life and it attracts envious looks and waves of appreciation every time I'm out in it. I suspect you’ll smile every mile if you buy it – I certainly have.

I have agreed valuation insurance at £38, 000 and there are very Challengers for sale so I feel it’s competitively priced for a quick sale at only £33, 450.

You can see it in the Croydon area of Surrey. Happy to discuss but please bear in mind I'm mechanically inept so probably can't answer your technical questions. Tel Richard on the details below.

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