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1966 Jaguar E-type Series 1 4.2 2+2

The Series 1 4.2 Litre E-type was built from 1964 to 1968. Its chassis numbers carry a 1E prefix.
Shown as 1966 Jaguar E-type Series 1 4.2, not confirmed by the VIN. Back to the default reading
Built 1966 (approx.): this decoder reports a build year, not a model year.
1E50010
4.2 L six
Engine
2+2
Body
Classic Era
Era

Source: Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Research Guide 001F (Jaguar E-type chassis number runs), Issue 3, January 2023.

No factory image on file
1966 Jaguar E-type

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Series Code 1E E-type
Body 2+2 2+2
Steering Right-hand drive Right-hand drive
Serial 50010 50010

Basic Information

MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1966
TrimSeries 1 4.2
Body Style2+2
ManufacturerJaguar
EraClassic Era

Engine & Details

Engine4.2 L six
Pattern SourceJaguar