1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12
Highlights
- Highly sought-after four-speed manual gearbox, with many Series 3 cars produced using an automatic transmission
- Owned by the current owner for 24 years
- Over €36,000 in documented spend, with invoices to support it, according to the seller
- Valid French technical inspection (contrôle technique) until December 2030
The appeal
The Series 3 V12 is the final and most refined evolution of the Jaguar E-Type, combining the silky 5.3-liter V12 with a longer wheelbase to deliver a more relaxed, grand-touring experience. Manual-gearbox examples are especially desirable, as the vast majority of Series 3 cars were delivered with an automatic transmission. This four-speed gearbox is therefore a rare and attractive feature for driving enthusiasts.
Presented in an elegant red scheme with a black leather interior and a black soft top, this 1973 roadster has been in the hands of its current owner since 2002. During that time, the car was kept in a closed garage and serviced regularly. Work carried out is said to include replacing the starter motor, brake discs and pads, fitting an stainless-steel exhaust system, as well as a complete overhaul of the brake system carried out as recently as 2025, according to the seller.
Retained invoices would total approximately €36,000 and cover two ownership periods. The seller describes the V12 as smooth, reliable, and easy to start, offering strong torque and a particularly distinctive exhaust note. With a valid French technical inspection until December 2030, this E-Type appears ready to hit the road.
History and documentation
The Series 3 V12 is the final and most refined evolution of the Jaguar E-Type, combining the silky 5.3-liter V12 with a longer wheelbase to deliver a more relaxed, grand-touring experience. Manual-gearbox examples are especially desirable, as the vast majority of Series 3 cars were delivered with an automatic transmission. This four-speed gearbox is therefore a rare and attractive feature for driving enthusiasts.
Presented in an elegant red scheme with a black leather interior and a black soft top, this 1973 roadster has been in the hands of its current owner since 2002. During that time, the car was kept in a closed garage and serviced regularly. Work carried out is said to include replacing the starter motor, brake discs and pads, fitting an stainless-steel exhaust system, as well as a complete overhaul of the brake system carried out as recently as 2025, according to the seller.
Retained invoices would total approximately €36,000 and cover two ownership periods. The seller describes the V12 as smooth, reliable, and easy to start, offering strong torque and a particularly distinctive exhaust note. With a valid French technical inspection until December 2030, this E-Type appears ready to hit the road.
History and documentation
- 1973 model registered in France
- In the current owner’s possession since 2002
- 28,098 miles shown on the odometer
- French registration documents present
- Classic Expert report available
- Invoices totaling approximately €36,000 covering two ownership periods, according to the seller
- Valid French technical inspection until December 2030
Condition
- The seller rates the red paint as being in very good condition, with a nice shine and no scratches reported
- Black soft top reported in good condition
- 15-inch wire wheels
- The seller describes the black leather interior as nicely presented for its age
- Carpets reported in good condition
- All instruments work, except the tachometer, which can be a little temperamental at times
- The air conditioning has been removed by a previous French owner
- Always kept in a closed garage, according to the seller
This 1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 is presented in a red finish, with the paint said to be in very good condition, showing a nice shine and no scratches reported. It is equipped with a black soft top, 15-inch wire wheels, and a black leather interior that is said to be attractively presented for its age, complemented by carpets in good condition.
All instruments are said to be operational, with the exception of the tachometer, which can occasionally be temperamental. The air-conditioning system was removed by a previous French owner. Finally, the car would have always been kept in a closed garage during the current ownership period.
Mechanical
All instruments are said to be operational, with the exception of the tachometer, which can occasionally be temperamental. The air-conditioning system was removed by a previous French owner. Finally, the car would have always been kept in a closed garage during the current ownership period.
Mechanical
- 5.3-liter petrol (5,343 cc) V12 engine
- Four-speed manual gearbox
- The seller states that the engine starts easily, does not consume oil abnormally, and shows no overheating issues
- Brake system restored in 2025, with around €1,900 in new parts
This 1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 is powered by a 5.3-liter petrol V12 engine (5,343 cc), mated to a four-speed manual gearbox. According to the seller, the engine starts easily, runs without overheating, and shows no abnormal oil consumption.
The braking system is said to have been fully restored in 2025, with nearly €1,900 invested in new components, showing recent mechanical maintenance.
The braking system is said to have been fully restored in 2025, with nearly €1,900 invested in new components, showing recent mechanical maintenance.
