Highlights
- Car in good condition, with complete documentation of the vehicle's service history
- Over €16,000 worth of mechanical work, brakes, suspension and other work in 2013
- Resprayed in December 2025
- A highly sought-after and very practical 2+2, equipped with a V12 engine and a 5-speed manual gearbox
- Sold with an MOT passed in September 2026
- The seller confirms that the mileage of 43,000 miles is accurate
The Appeal
The Series 3 is the E-Type you need if you want to use and fully enjoy your car. Its longer wheelbase offers increased driving comfort and allows for wider doors and a higher roofline, making these later models much more accessible. And of course, there's that exceptionally smooth V12 engine.
This dark blue 1973 car, equipped with a 5-speed manual gearbox, is one of the finest we've seen in a long time. This is largely due to its long-term owner, who has spent considerable sums perfecting the car you see in the photos. The work carried out in 2013, totalling over €16,000, included general servicing, brakes, differential, suspension, air conditioning and electrical system. In December 2025, the car underwent further work, including repainting.
The elegance of the exterior is enhanced by a beautifully preserved red leather interior. This late-series E-Type, well-equipped and substantially improved, will have appeal for enthusiasts. It is sold with a recent MOT and recent independent inspection.
History and Documentation
- First registered in 1973
- Long-term owner
- French registration documents
- Various invoices relating to recent work
- Sold with a recent MOT
- Protective cover included
- Independent inspection provided
- 43,000 miles on the clock, accuracy confirmed by the seller (U.S. version)
Condition
- Presented in careful dark blue, with minimal paint wear marks
- Elegant chrome, including four fluted exhaust tips
- Chrome-spoked wheels in good condition, but could benefit from a clean
- Equipped with quality Vredestein tyres
- Red leather interior in good condition, showing some minor signs of wear such as sill trim wear
- Equipped with air conditioning that was overhauled in 2013 at considerable cost
This is a very carefully maintained and well-presented car, in a particularly attractive colour combination: blue on red. The history file, as summarised above and illustrated by the photos, shows significant work on the bodywork, paint and interior, the most recent dating from December 2025.
A few minor details are noted in the photos, such as some wear to the vinyl sill trims, which could probably be easily rectified.
The Mechanics
- 5,343 cc V12 engine
- Formerly automatic, the car was converted to a 5-speed manual gearbox, a change made over 20 years ago
- Work on suspension, brakes, electrical system and differential
- Invoices for work visible in the photos
- The car is sold with a recent MOT
For drivers who want to enjoy the smoothness of Jaguar's remarkable V12 engine, the manual gearbox is a sensible choice that allows you to make full use of the engine's exceptional torque. It allows smooth acceleration from 20 mph in top gear.
As shown in the photos and details above, this car has received considerable mechanical attention. The seller has confirmed that the 43,000 miles shown on the clock are accurate, although this has not been verified. It is sold with the recent MOT certificate.
This sale is subject to Car & Classic's terms and conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also accept the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private individual, which means that consumer rights arising from European consumer protection legislation do not apply. You are, however, covered by Car & Classic's terms and conditions.
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✓ This vehicle is "sold as seen", "as is and on site", with no warranty whatsoever. Photos and descriptions are provided for guidance only; it is customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle before purchase for your peace of mind.
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