2024-05-20 14:53:39 | Harry Stevens writes:

Lot 42 at Artcurial Auctions sale of the W Collection in Monaco on 9 May 2024. Catalogue description below. Sold for 116,816 euros.
www.artcurial.com/en/sales/vente-mc-134-the-w-collection/lots/42

Like many E Types, this car was exported new to the United States, then sold through Jaguar's New York distributor to its first owner Thomas E Jowarowski from Chicago. It was finished in Opalescent Maroon with a Black interior, and it stayed in the USA until 2007, when it was exported to Europe. In 2010 it underwent a complete restoration at a workshop in the Czech Republic. A great many photos and invoices show the extent of the work undertaken. In 2015 Staffen Wittmark bought the car from Anglo Italian Cars at Welden near Munich. Attracted by the timeless styling, it explains why there are three in his collection.

The paintwork of this example recalls the original Opalescent Maroon, with it shimmering reflections. The spotless engine compartment houses the original 6 cylinder unit. Inside the seats have been reupholstered in white leather to welcome the occupants, as do the smaller Moto Lita steering wheel and a more modern radio. This well restored example lives up to the iconic status of the car. An object of wonder and a pleasure to drive, to the enthralling sound of its powerful, flexible 4.2 litre engine