Monocoque Metalworks

05/18/2026

Today’s video gives an in-depth description of SIX Series 1 E-Type OTS/roadster "donor cars" that we have available.

Plus - there's alot more! You'll also get a look at our large collection of original E-Type parts and pieces as well - we literally have TONS of original E-Type projects, parts, pieces, and even some body shells.

These "donor car" packages are complete, original E-Types that have "lost" their body shells for one reason or another... They are PERFECT for building aluminum lightweights, low-drag coupes, D-Type or XKSS replicas, FIA racing cars, or standard E-Type builds of drivers or even show cars. They are a very sensible and economical way to acquire the key components needed for your build - and an original E-Type identity to base it on.

Instead of spending more money on a more complete and otherwise restorable E-Type project - that you then only use half of anyway - consider one of these original Series 1 roadster packages!

Each unit includes the key components to an original E-Type OTS/roadster, minus the body shell itself - including original engine, gearbox, front and rear suspension, steering, carburetion, etc. We can add or subtract components based on your specific needs for your project.

These cars were acquired in our various E-Type rescue adventures over the years. In the past, we have sold several of these cars for various customer builds, but we have now finally had the chance to clean up and organize a bit more, and to put this video together and offer them to the E-Type community at large.

We do have the complete provenance for these cars - the history, the original identity plates and stampings, and a clear US title for ALL of these packages.

The following packages are available:

1961 - Black "Flat Floor" 3.8 OTS/roadster
1962 - Opalescent Dark Green 3.8 OTS/roadster
1963 - Cream 3.8 OTS/roadster
1964 - Red 3.8 OTS/roadster
1965 - Primrose Yellow 4.2 OTS/roadster
1966 - Silver 4.2 OTS/roadster
AND MORE! - we can also do a package like this on a 1963 3.8-liter FHC/Coupe, and a 1970 Series 2 4.2-liter OTS/roadster - I do also have restorable bodies for both of those...

Pricing varies based on the year, color combination, matching numbers or not, etc. - but primarily on how complete you would like the package to be.

You'll see a detailed description of each of the packages, plus lots of photos and stories of various E-Type car and parts collections that we have rescued in the past. It's actually a very fun and informative movie on its own even if you are not in the market for one of these packages!

Interested parties should contact Chuck Hadley directly by phone in the US - (443) 907-2287, by WhatsApp outside the US using the same number - (443) 907-2287, or by email - [email protected]

Chuck Hadley
(443) 907-2287

This video gives an in-depth description of SIX Series 1 E-Type OTS/roadster "donor cars" that we have available. And - there's alot more! You'll also get ...

04/19/2026

How to fit an E-Type Bonnet!

In our newest video, I attempt to divulge EVERYTHING I know about fitting E-Type bonnets.

I think this video will be very helpful to just about everyone out there who is restoring an E-Type.

You should watch this as early in the restoration process as you can, as there are pitfalls to look out for while rebuilding the body shell that can impact the bonnet fit later.

And don’t forget - we can help with bonnet and body shell repair panels for your restoration - call us first for the best panels, competitive pricing, fantastic customer service, and most of all - an enthusiastic partner to help with your project! - Chuck 🙂

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04/17/2026

If you’re looking for E-Type parts and pieces for your restoration, give me a call - I literally have TONS of original parts!

I had this box out the other day while we were filming a new, special and long-awaited video. Stay tuned for that, it will be coming out on Sunday. 😉

Looking down into this box and seeing how many of these have piled up over the years had me shaking my head this morning…

For well over a year while I was in college, I drove my ‘63 roadster around with only one of these functioning. The passenger side latch was broken and gravity just held the bonnet down over there - although it did always knock against the sill going over big bumps. 🤦‍♂️

These days, I do try to be a little more “buttoned up”…. But when I was a kid, I guess I was just too anxious to jump behind the wheel and head off to the next adventure. 🙂

04/08/2026

Get ‘em while you can!

E-Type Series 1 and 2 Frame Rail Sets - FOUR new sets just arrived, BUT THEY DON’T LAST LONG! 😉

These are THE BEST frame rails available worldwide - they are unmatched in accuracy, fit, and build quality. We have actually sold several sets of these to customers who already purchased poor-fitting frame rails somewhere else!

Contact Chuck directly at (443) 907-2287, or by email at [email protected] to order. - Chuck 🙂

The set of all 4 pieces - R&L Engine Frames, front crossmember "picture frame", and the bonnet carrier bracket - is priced at $5,280 USD plus shipping.

The set includes stamping of the “picture frame” with your chassis number in the proper size and font. Also includes a complete bolt kit.

This is a BETTER PRICE for a set of BETTER FRAME RAILS than you will find ANYWHERE! You are buying direct from the craftsman himself - no big company advertising and overhead to add unnecessary cost.

Monocoque Metalworks has partnered with Uryk Dmyterko of E-Type Fabs in the UK to offer customers in the US and Canada the most precise and highly crafted E-Type Frame Rails available - WORLDWIDE!

Check out our YT channel for a video describing these frame rails in great detail (plus alot of other facts about E-Type frame rails...)

These frame rails are made from 4T45 - a high-quality seamless tubing with a very high strength-to-weight ratio. They utilize a heavier gauge tubing than original, resulting in a 20% strength improvement over stock - but with IDENTICAL dimensions, and a PERFECT FIT! AND - the quality of the workmanship - especially the brazed seams - is FLAWLESS!

Series 3, 12-cylinder frame rail sets are also available to order with minimal lead times. We can also order high-strength racing and high-performance frame rails.

These sets are supplied in high quality primer, with a complete kit of Grade 5 assembly hardware , and a sturdy shipping box.

These frame rails are the FIRST - and ONLY - product not made here in our facility that I have put our name behind - and I'm proud to do it! They are made in the UK by Uryk Dmyterko - a true craftsmen that lives and breathes E-Types, and who takes great pride in his work! I have recommended these frame rail sets to my customers for over a decade, and I guarantee you WILL NOT be disappointed!

Interested parties should contact Chuck Hadley directly by phone in the US - (443) 907-2287, by WhatsApp outside the US using the same number - (443) 907-2287, or by email - [email protected]

04/07/2026

The wait is over! I finally got a chance to put a new video together! 🙂

This video is a VERY in-depth look at a tail conversion I did recently to turn a Series 2 roadster body shell into a Series 1.

We can help you convert ANY E-Type body shell to Series 1 factory specs - Series 2 OR 3 - and coupe, roadster, or 2+2!

We make ALL of the pieces needed for this conversion in-house.

Contact us directly for help with YOUR E-Type project! - Chuck 🙂

[email protected]

(443) 907-2287 in the US by Phone

Outside the US, please use WhatsApp with the same number - (443) 907-2287

This video is an in-depth look at the conversion of the tail of a Series 2 OTS roadster body shell into Series 1 specification shell. This conversion can a...

03/17/2026

Today’s cool E-Type part - it took me all day to make it.

We’ve made these in the past, but it was very time consuming and also never came out quite right… So I spent the day today making this one, while also fine-tuning the patterns and the process. Now it is perfect! 🙂

Can you guys identify what it is? 😉

03/06/2026

E-Type Series 1 and 2 Frame Rail Sets - ONE SET LEFT IN STOCK - and it looks like tariffs might be going up again, so grab this set before that happens! 😉

These are THE BEST frame rails available worldwide - they are unmatched in accuracy, fit, and build quality. We have actually sold several sets of these to customers who already purchased poor-fitting frame rails somewhere else!

Contact Chuck directly at (443) 907-2287, or by email at [email protected] to order. - Chuck 🙂

The set of all 4 pieces - R&L Engine Frames, front crossmember "picture frame", and the bonnet carrier bracket - is priced at $5,280 USD plus shipping.

The set includes stamping of the “picture frame” with your chassis number in the proper size and font. Also includes a complete bolt kit.

This is a BETTER PRICE for a set of BETTER FRAME RAILS than you will find ANYWHERE! You are buying direct from the craftsman himself - no big company advertising and overhead to add unnecessary cost.

Monocoque Metalworks has partnered with Uryk Dmyterko of E-Type Fabs in the UK to offer customers in the US and Canada the most precise and highly crafted E-Type Frame Rails available - WORLDWIDE!

Check out our YT channel for a video describing these frame rails in great detail (plus alot of other facts about E-Type frame rails...)

These frame rails are made from 4T45 - a high-quality seamless tubing with a very high strength-to-weight ratio. They utilize a heavier gauge tubing than original, resulting in a 20% strength improvement over stock - but with IDENTICAL dimensions, and a PERFECT FIT! AND - the quality of the workmanship - especially the brazed seams - is FLAWLESS!

Series 3, 12-cylinder frame rail sets are also available to order with minimal lead times. We can also order high-strength racing and high-performance frame rails.

These sets are supplied in high quality primer, with a complete kit of Grade 5 assembly hardware , and a sturdy shipping box.

These frame rails are the FIRST - and ONLY - product not made here in our facility that I have put our name behind - and I'm proud to do it! They are made in the UK by Uryk Dmyterko - a true craftsmen that lives and breathes E-Types, and who takes great pride in his work! I have recommended these frame rail sets to my customers for over a decade, and I guarantee you WILL NOT be disappointed!

Interested parties should contact Chuck Hadley directly by phone in the US - (443) 907-2287, by WhatsApp outside the US using the same number - (443) 907-2287, or by email - [email protected]

02/24/2026

Today’s cool E-Type part…

These are filler panels for Series 2 & 3 E-Type front turn signal lamps.

The Series 2 and 3 have open headlamps that are pushed forward substantially, a larger mouth, the front bumpers are raised 3/4”. In addition, the turn signals are larger and are below the bumper on large steel “pods” that stick out from the lower valance.

Some of our customers who purchase the Series 2 or 3 covered headlamp conversion kits will also remove the turn signal pods and replace the with these blanking panels, then lower the bumper to the midline like a Series 1 ( or delete it altogether) and use the Series 1 turn signals above the bumper.

These are hand-made by me on an English wheel to get the correct compound curve, then I roll in the top fl**ge where the lower valance bolts to the wings.

Call us for help with YOUR E type project! Whether it’s a headlamp conversion, rust repair, crash damage repair, or anything in between - for an all-original concours restoration or a modified driver - WE ARE THE SOURCE for your sheetmetal needs! - Chuck 🙂

02/20/2026

Today’s interesting part - this is a LH pedal box panel for an early OBL or flat-floor 3.8-liter E-Type.

The early cars have a simple recess in this panel, vs. later 3.8’s that have a longer, open channel.

This one is complete with the 16-gauge stiffener underneath, and will be fitted to an early flat-floor coupe in Germany. 🙂

02/19/2026

Here’s a quick video about a repair piece I made up today. 🙂