Highlights

Fully restored and modified for modern driving
XJS 4litre AJ6 FI engine with 5spd Getrag manual
Only 6,952 miles since professional restoration
Resprayed in blue with bespoke retrimmed interior
In current ownership for 15 years
Thick history file with extensive paperwork
This vehicle meets the ULEZ emissions standards

The Appeal

Where might Jaguar have gone next with the E-Type? That’s the fascinating question, perhaps answered by this one-off Series III.

Beneath the ostensibly standard-looking bonnet with its smart blue metallic paintwork - only a mesh grille hints at anything other than standard - lies a 4litre AJ6 XJS engine mated to a 5spd Getrag manual box.

It is an entirely appropriate Jaguar-sourced modification that updates this 52 year old car for modern driving. The AJ6 engine is legendarily robust and elivers much the same performance, albeit with a more responsive edge and better economy, than the original V12. It is also entirely appropriate - Jaguar did plan to launch a straight six version of the Series III but pulled the model just before introduction.

The car was extensively professionally restored in 2008 and has covered less than 7,000 miles since, most of it in the hands of the current keeper. He has clearly looked after it, reserving it for dry days and garage storing it when not in use.

Inside there is a bespoke two-tone leather interior, which is in similarly well preserved condition to the bodywork.

This is an intriguing E-Type that hides its secret well. Once unleashed, however, it offers a level of economy and reliability that makes it perfect for modern road use.

History and Paperwork

LHD USA car converted to RHD on return to UK
First registered in 1972
Returned to UK in June 2008 and two registered keepers since
Acquired by the current keeper in August 2009
Speedometer zero’d on completion of restoration and now shows under 7,000 miles
JDHT certificate and chassis number confirm this is a USA 1972 built car
Comprehensive restored at considerable expensive on arrival in UK
History file includes invoices and photographs of restoration as shown in photos
Original factory supplied in BRG and now metallic blue
The car has been garage stored and covered minimal miles since the restoration
Only covers 300-400 miles per year in the summer months
Garage stored in between drives
Rebuilt and modified in 2008 for driving on today's roads
HIstoric Vehicle that is MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
Last MOT expired 29th January 2021 with 6,189 miles showing on test and no advisories
Now showing 6,952 miles
Old MOTs and parts receipts included in history file

The Condition

Restored to a high standard in 2008 subsequent to arrival in UK from USA
Practical 2+2 Series III car with larger doors, taller roof and bigger cabin
Refinished in non-standard but very smart metallic blue which remains in very good order
2+2 car with largely standard factory fittings except stainless steel mesh grille
Bodywork presents well with good panel fit and evidence of dry storage and sparing use
There are a couple of minor points to note on bodywork shown in photographs
These include a bubble on the bonnet and at the base of passenger door
The vendor notes these points and advises they could easily be rectified to improve the appearance
Underside looks in very good order and very well looked after
Chromework in good order with bright finish and additional ‘leaper’ to bonnet
Fitted with easily removed painted wire wheels showing good condition
Nexen tyres fitted showing good tread
Bespoke interior with black and red leather finish with few signs of age
Front seats are later sports seats with high backs with retrimmed leather finish
Some light signs of age to driver’s seat but not unsightly
Red carpets and matching trim to dashboard, door cards and luggage area, all well kept
Alba period radio cassette system fitted
Bespoke gear gaiter with leather XJS gear knob showing light wear
Fitted with a ‘Start Engine’ button and wood-rimmed steering wheel

The Mechanics

XJS AJ6 3,980cc straight six 245bhp engine with fuel injection
5spd manual Getrag gearbox
Fitted with a Jaguar XJS ECU for reliable running in modern traffic
Sparing recent use means car would benefit from a service according to seller
The vendor informs us that the vehicle is mechanically sound
We are told that the modifications make it a pleasure to drive on today’s roads
Professionally restored and modified car with 7,000 miles since completion in 2008

The vendor reports:

“The tasteful modifications on this car make it a complete and utter pleasure to drive on today’s roads. It will put a smile on anyone’s face when sat behind the wheel.

“This vehicle is truly one of a kind and an extremely tasteful twist on one of the greatest known classic cars still on today’s market. Do not miss your chance on owning this once in a lifetime car as you truly won’t regret buying it.”

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