1971 Jaguar E-Type S3 V12 FHC LHD
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Highlights
- 54,325 miles from new
- Iconic 5.3-litre V12
- Stunning Primrose Yellow paintwork
- More than 270,000 DKK (£31,000) spent on restoration
The Appeal
Surely the E-Type needs no introduction?
Renowned as one of the most beautiful cars ever made, it’s as sought-after and beloved today as it was in its heyday, when it was the darling of celebrities the world over.
The Series 3 FHC was only built from 1971 to 1973, with just over 5,000 LHD examples being built.
Renowned as one of the most beautiful cars ever made, it’s as sought-after and beloved today as it was in its heyday, when it was the darling of celebrities the world over.
The Series 3 FHC was only built from 1971 to 1973, with just over 5,000 LHD examples being built.
This particular E-Type has been subjected to an extensive restoration, costing more than 270,000DKK (£31,000). With low mileage, that incredible V12 drivetrain and finished in striking Primrose Yellow, it’s a beautiful, rare and extremely collectible car.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 31 December 1971 in the USA
- Imported from Pennsylvania to Denmark in 2010
- Government test to 30 June 2025
- Full specialist service history
- More than 270,000 DKK (£31,000) spent on the restoration
- Restored by Jaguar dealer in Kalundborg, Denmark
- Just 54,325 miles
- Danish registration documents
- US Pennsylvania Title document
- Numerous receipts and invoices
The Interior
- Original black leather upholstery
- 2+2 layout
- Optional rear seatbelts
With a longer wheelbase than the previous cars, the Series 3 Fixed Head Coupé offered a genuine 2+2 layout. This car comes with the optional rear seat belts too, making it as practical as it is pretty.
The cabin itself is in very good condition, with the dashboard, instrumentation and switchgear all presenting well, with only light wear and a pleasing patina.
It’s particularly nice to see the original radio is present and correct. We’re assured by the owner that all of the cabin’s features work correctly, with only the dashboard clock currently not functioning.
It’s particularly nice to see the original radio is present and correct. We’re assured by the owner that all of the cabin’s features work correctly, with only the dashboard clock currently not functioning.
Directly before the driver is that classic, thin-rimmed, leather-trimmed 3-spoke racing wheel. It looks to be in excellent condition and really lends the driving environment a classic motorsport feel.
Black carpets run through the interior, neatly matching the perforating black leather upholstery of the seats, sills and door cards. All of the leather is in fine condition, with no rips or damage evident.
The commodious boot area is trimmed with black vinyl and contains a full-size spare wire wheel as well as a complete toolkit.
The commodious boot area is trimmed with black vinyl and contains a full-size spare wire wheel as well as a complete toolkit.
The Exterior
- Primrose Yellow paintwork
- Original chrome wire wheels
The original Primrose Yellow paintwork really suits the sweeping lines of the E-Type, highlighting the low, long lines.
One of the benefits of the Series 3 is the slightly redesigned bodyshell, widened to accommodate the V12 engine, and fitted with wider wheels and unique brightwork such as the chromed grille.
One of the benefits of the Series 3 is the slightly redesigned bodyshell, widened to accommodate the V12 engine, and fitted with wider wheels and unique brightwork such as the chromed grille.
Overall the paint is in good condition, with only a couple of areas showing some minor peeling on the bonnet and door edges. There are some minor blemishes and swirls as you’d expect, but nothing that would concern us.
All of the metalwork itself looks to be straight, clean and well-gapped, with no evidence of damage or accident repair that we could see. Likewise, the underside of the vehicle is in excellent condition. The sills, floor pans, chassis rails and drivetrain elements all look very fresh and clean with no signs of corrosion visible.
The car is riding on original 15” chromium-plated wire wheels, shod in Pirelli 4000 tyres which look to be in very good condition with lots of tread.
Alongside the chromed wheels, the car features plenty of original external brightwork, all of which is in very good condition with no elements missing.
Alongside the chromed wheels, the car features plenty of original external brightwork, all of which is in very good condition with no elements missing.
The Mechanics
- 5.3-litre V12
- 3-speed automatic transmission
- Quad exhaust
- Extensive mechanical restoration
Of course, while the E-Type is a pretty car, there’s no ignoring that epic V12.
The Series 3 featured an all-new 5.3-litre V12, with an all-aluminium DOHC block. It’s a brilliant powertrain, offering a chunky 272bhp and a sonorous engine note. With fewer than 55,000 miles on the clock, it should be good for many more years of grand touring.
The Series 3 featured an all-new 5.3-litre V12, with an all-aluminium DOHC block. It’s a brilliant powertrain, offering a chunky 272bhp and a sonorous engine note. With fewer than 55,000 miles on the clock, it should be good for many more years of grand touring.
Jaguar didn’t just stop at the engine when it came to revisions for the Series 3 E-Type, it also featured revised frames, independent wishbone suspension and uprated brakes (discs all round, inboard at the rear).
All of these enhancements resulted in a car that handled extremely well and was capable of hitting 60 mph from a standstill in 6.4 seconds and going on to cruise at well over 140 mph.
The current owner has had a number of mechanical upgrades made, as well as refreshing the existing drivetrain elements. All four of the Stromberg carburettors have been rebuilt, two new fan motors have been fitted, as well as a new high-torque starter and an all-aluminium radiator.
Under the bonnet the engine bay is very clean and neat, the owner clearly having spent a lot of time and money restoring and maintaining this lovely vehicle.
Summary
Few cars are genuinely thought of as icons, but the E-Type is certainly one of them. With its sultry styling, strong performance and great residuals, it still offers an incredible ownership and driving experience.
This example has had a huge amount of money thrown at it to bring it up to a very high standard. With such low mileage, good history, gorgeous specification and that amazing V12, it’s the kind of vehicle that would take pride of place in any collection.
If you’re after a beautiful, usable, appreciating classic, we can’t think of many better options than this…
If you’re after a beautiful, usable, appreciating classic, we can’t think of many better options than this…
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1971
- Make Jaguar
- Model E-Type S3 V12 FHC LHD
- Colour Primrose Yellow
- Odometer 54,325 Miles
- Engine size 5300
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Aarhus
- Country Denmark
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bids
- ma•••• €47,500 31/07/22
- hu•••• €47,250 31/07/22
- ma•••• €47,000 31/07/22
- hu•••• €46,999 31/07/22
- ma•••• €46,750 31/07/22
- ma•••• €46,500 31/07/22
- hu•••• €46,250 31/07/22
- ma•••• €46,000 31/07/22
- ma•••• €45,750 31/07/22
- hu•••• €45,500 31/07/22
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