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I'm no expert by a long stretch but if your friend can get it for a good price then I'd advise him to go for it.
Have you seen what a good E Type is worth?

The factory light weight kit? I've never heard of it but it wouldn't affect values anyway. Just make sure he pays the right money for it.

BTW, You can get power steering kits for them which if you've ever driven one is almost a necessity.

About 25 years ago I passed on a "rough" Aston Martin DB4... Asking $12,000 at the time because it needed a LOT of work!

...............That's my one and only regret in life. (no joke)