Highlights
- In current ownership since 1997 (27 years)
- Professionally appraised in June 2021
- Carte Grise de Collection
- Recent mechanical refurbishment, including suspension and steering components
The Appeal
The V12-engined Series 3 was the final iteration of Jaguar's legendary E-Type, a car even Enzo Ferrari is said to have famously called "the most beautiful car ever made." Combining the iconic styling of the original E-Type with the smooth power delivery of Jaguar's magnificent 5.3-litre V12 engine, these Series 3 models offer a sublime grand touring experience with effortless performance.
This particular example has been cherished by its current owner since 1997 as the fulfilment of a childhood dream. Presented in an elegant dark green exterior with beige interior, it has been garage-stored throughout the current ownership and benefits from recent mechanical work to ensure it drives as it should.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1972 and purchased by the current owner in 1997
- Current owner knows the previous owner
- All maintenance and repair invoices have been kept since 1995
- The car has been stored in a garage since at least 1995
- No accidents recorded since at least 1995
- Car was professionally appraised in June 2021
- No defects showing on the latest technical inspection, we are told
- Has a Contrôle Technique valid until July 2030
- Carte Grise de Collection
- The serial numbers are reported to match
- Owning an E-Type was a childhood dream that the owner was fortunate to realise
- Selling with much regret, mainly because after moving to Paris, there are fewer opportunities to use it often
- 43,170 miles indicated
The Condition
- Classically finished in dark green over tan
- Desirable Open-Two-Seater specification
- The body presents in very good condition
- Very slight traces of corrosion at the bottom of the boot and around the grille
- Paint has not been redone since 1995
- Paint is in good condition but has some chips or fine scratches
- Repair of the rear boot gutters would be necessary, we are told
- Original interior, clean, in good, used condition
- Some scratches and wear on the leather
- Carpets would benefit from replacement
- Seat foam is somewhat worn out, the vendor notes
- Convertible top in good used condition
- Small tear in the convertible top cover
The Mechanics
- 5,343cc engine capacity
- Manual transmission with 4 gears
- Power steering
- Regular maintenance and repairs have been carried out
- The vendor states the car is in perfect working condition
- Only aesthetic work needed (paint and upholstery)
- The vendor reports that the car is "extremely pleasant to drive" and boasts "great engine flexibility"
Recently completed work (two months ago) reportedly includes:
- Replacement of silent blocks
- Restoration of the left arm
- Replacement of steering joints
- Replacement of front bearings and shock absorbers
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