The design of the car was birthed from the D-Type, a full-out racing car with sensuously curved aerodynamic styling that had achieved tremendous success in international competition. As it required a new, competitive production model, Jaguar’s management set about developing the design into a car that was suitable for road use.

The E-Type debuted in Geneva in 1961, and it became a smashing success, because it offered so much for relatively little. It was no more expensive than most other sports cars, but it was more beautiful than the priciest offerings from other manufacturers, and it had 150-mph performance with outstanding road manners. While the design would evolve over its 13 years of production, it never ceased being as beautiful as when it was first created.

The Series II E-Type Roadster offered here features all of the classic styling cues from having open headlights, wrap-around bumper, re-positioned and larger front indicator lights and better cooling that was aided an enlarged “mouth.” The finish is presented in a collectible color combination of Silver on the exterior paired with a lush black interior and convertible top. Under the bonnet is a 4.2-liter engine with an estimated 246-hp and is connected to a manual transmission.

The car has been well care for and in the same ownership of a Texas collector for the past eight years. This cosmetically restored Jaguar retains the same stunning appearance as the first E-Types that flabbergasted the world at the 1961 Paris Motor Show with modern upgrades, safety features and conveniences.