1971 Jaguar E-Type Series III

Winning bid
£23,685

Highlights

  • LHD Californian import, now UK-registered 
  • Evocative period patina
  • Very original cabin

The Appeal

The Jaguar E-type is the stuff of real legend. Perhaps the definitive car to carry the Big Cat branding, these long-nosed, smooth-sailing roadsters were hailed as one of the world's most beautiful cars, and have built a remarkable following. Even the layman can recognise an E-Type! 
The Series 3 E-Type marked the end of the much-loved era - but the introduction of the silky 5.3-litre V12 engine ensured it went out on a high. Today, the Series 3 is a highly coveted machine in its own right, and matching-numbers examples are particularly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
This 1971 left-hand drive example is a Californian import finished in Light Primrose over a black leather interior. It has benefited from a thorough mechanical rebuild, and the vendor reports that it starts and drives as it should. Whether you plan to undergo a full cosmetic restoration or to maintain its evocative patina, this car is sure to prove a rewarding classic.
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History and Paperwork

  • First registered in January 1971
  • Californian import, now UK-registered
  • V5C present in the vendor's name
  • Supporting documents reported present
  • MOT exempt
  • 23,252 miles showing on the odometer, unwarranted

The Condition

  • Light Primrose paintwork is faded, with surface corrosion, peel and patina evident
  • Presented as a cosmetic restoration project, not yet commenced
  • Surface corrosion to the underside, but all reported to be very solid
  • Black leather interior shows age-commensurate patina
  • Period Philips Radio present
  • Instruments clean and legible
  • Some patina across the dash 

The Mechanics

  • 5.3-litre V12 engine
  • Four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive unit added
  • New stainless steel exhaust system with standard headers
  • Brakes rebuilt all round with new discs, reconditioned callipers, and new stainless steel pistons
  • Gearbox rebuilt
  • New clutch, plate and carbon thrust bearing
  • New clutch master cylinder and slave cylinder
  • New brake master cylinder
  • Reconditioned starter motor
  • New updated adjustable suspension all round (Gaz)
  • Rear IRS unit completely removed and rebuilt
  • New fuel sender, pipes and filters
  • New upgraded alternator
  • New water pump
  • Serviced with new plugs, oil filter, oil, air filter and ignition leads
  • The vendor reports that the car starts and runs as it should 
 
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or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it's worth checking beforehand. It is the bidders responsibility to confirm import eligibility prior to purchase. 
Winning bid
£23,685
Sold

Auction Details

  • Year1971
  • MakeJaguar
  • ModelE-Type
  • ColourYellow
  • Odometer23,252 Miles
  • Engine size5343cc
  • TransmissionManual, 4 speed
  • Steering positionLeft Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • CountyGreater London
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

39 Bids

simon-w••••
Bid
£23,685
15/05/26
Cardoso••••
Bid
£21,500
15/05/26
Collins••••
Bid
£21,250
15/05/26
s.zloci••••
Bid
£21,000
15/05/26
Collins••••
Bid
£20,750
15/05/26
s.zloci••••
Bid
£20,250
15/05/26
Cardoso••••
Bid
£20,250
15/05/26
BaileyQ••••
Bid
£20,000
15/05/26
Cardoso••••
Bid
£19,250
15/05/26
Collins••••
Bid
£18,750
15/05/26

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