1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 OTS Manual
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Highlights
- Restored to its original livery and colours
- Good condition inside and out
- Matching numbers car with superb 266bhp V12 engine
- Rare and sought-after manual gearbox model
- History recorded independently in the central XKE Data database
- Vehicle has a favourable MOT with no retest
- November 2023 appraisal demonstrates the true condition of the car
The plus
The E-Type has always been a sports car that wanted to be a GT, and the 3 Series has finally unleashed that potential. Equipped with the longer, roomier 2+2 chassis, power steering and of course the firm's new V12, the latest iteration of this model is, for many, the best.
The 'UD' chassis prefix confirms that this OTS model, with manual gearbox and matching numbers, began life on the US market in 1973. It remained there until 2009, before returning to Europe through its current owner, who has kept it from 2010 until the present day.
It was restored 20 years ago, retaining the original colour scheme, and is now in good condition. Inside and out, the equipment is very well maintained. This is a particularly remarkable and driveable example of the ultimate GT car of the 70s.
The 'UD' chassis prefix confirms that this OTS model, with manual gearbox and matching numbers, began life on the US market in 1973. It remained there until 2009, before returning to Europe through its current owner, who has kept it from 2010 until the present day.
It was restored 20 years ago, retaining the original colour scheme, and is now in good condition. Inside and out, the equipment is very well maintained. This is a particularly remarkable and driveable example of the ultimate GT car of the 70s.
History and documents
- The UD chassis prefix reflects the origin of this car for the American market in 1973.
- Registered in the central XKE Data database
- Last registered on this database in Sierra Vista, Arizona in 2008
- Imported into Germany in 2009, then arrived in France
- Acquired by seller in 2010
- We are told that the car was restored 20 years ago using the original livery colours.
- VIN records show that this is a matching numbers car
- This is example #1 053 of the 6,120 left-hand drive OTS Series 3 models built.
- A full survey report (see photos), dated November 2023, states that "the vehicle is in generally good condition with bodywork defects to the underbody".
Condition
- Car in good condition, in red livery with iconic colour combination - Restored 20 years ago and remains in good condition. - Bodywork in good condition with clean lines and good panel fit, particularly doors and boot.
- Paintwork retains a nice quality, with good gloss and no visible marks
- US-specific "Federalised" side marker lights fitted as specified
- No visible corrosion on panels or underside
- Chrome in good condition and complete, except for the front grille surround which is not fitted
- Chrome spoke wheels in good condition with matching spare wheel and Pirelli quality tyres
- Well maintained biscuit leather interior with matching carpets and upholstery
- Few signs of use or age inside, just a few marks to note on the driver's brace
- Switches also in good condition with full equipment and only light marks
- Post-production radio CD cassette player fitted at a later date
- Original factory fitted air conditioning to be re-installed
- Biscuit carpets and boot lining in good condition with no visible rubbing, stains or marks
- Door trim similarly presented with complete and undamaged fittings
- Matching tan roof in good condition with clear panels and no visible damage
- Original three-spoke steering wheel with leather trim in good condition
The wider track and wider wheel arches of the E-Type 3 Series have cleverly updated the styling and given this car a more purposeful look. The car is painted red with biscuit trim, a popular combination that suits the E-Type's lines and elegantly accentuates the car's light chrome.
It's in good condition inside and out. We're told it was restored 20 years ago. The absence of any particular wear marks is remarkable. The panel fit and paint finish are also notable, while the stylish leather interior is factory compliant, right down to the leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel. As a US market car, it comes with the original air conditioning.
Powertrain
- Jaguar 5.3-litre V12 engine developing 266 bhp
- Four Stromberg carburettors
- Matching numbers car verified by photographs and VIN records
- Four-speed manual gearbox sought
Like the venerable XK engine that preceded it, Jaguar's new V12 was designed to perform just as well on the Hunaudières straight at Le Mans as it did down the motorway to Cannes. In road use, this famous block mainly found its way under the bonnet of the British firm's new XJ saloon, but to test it before going into production, and to resolve quality problems, it was initially installed under the bonnet of the E-Type.
In this configuration, the planned fuel injection was replaced by a quartet of more reliable Stromberg carburettors. This was enough to deliver 266bhp to the wheels. This was not much of a change from previous 6-cylinder cars, but the new engine was not really intended to provide an extra boost of power, but rather to affect the way it was delivered.
The 3 Series is revered by enthusiasts for its engine, which is one of the greatest blocks of the twentieth century. A check of the VIN records against the photographs confirms that this car has matching numbers and appears to retain its factory specification.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1973
- Make Jaguar
- Model E-Type
- Colour Red
- Odometer 47,526 Miles
- Engine size 5300
Auction Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Country France
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