1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Roadster

Lot Number: 350

1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Roadster

Purchased new by its current owner in 1973, this manual gearbox S3 V12 Roadster, with a little TLC, could be very special.

There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid

  • Sold for an undisclosed sum.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Signal Red

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    POB 513M

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    46 Miles

SALE ROOM NOTICE

Please note the odometer shows 00046 miles, though is believed to be 100,046 miles. This vehicle is also now up and running, increasing the condition rating to 70/135 though may require further work down the line.

SUMMARY

Purchased new by its current owner in 1973, this manual gearbox S3 V12 Roadster, with a little TLC, could be very special.

DESCRIPTION

  • This 1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Roadster is on offer from single ownership and is in need of some recommissioning
  • Powered by a carburettor-fed 5.3-litre V12 engine, producing a claimed 272bhp and up to 295lb/ft of torque and driving the rear wheels via a 4-speed manual gearbox
  • Finished in Signal Red with a black vinyl convertible roof over a black leather interior, with silver and chrome trim accents 
  • Purchased by its current owner from Byatts of Fenton Ltd on the 15/09/1973
  • The vehicle was subject to a full restoration by Jaguar specialists, Phillips Garage in Birmingham, between 1990-1991 with invoices totalling over £15,000
  • Recommissioned in 2014 at the Concours Motor Company, it has covered very few miles since and will need a little TLC
  • We understand that the indicated mileage of 60,046 is correct
  • Supplied with its original 'Passport to Service' with stamps from the 1970s, original handbooks, invoices from the 1990s and previous MOTs

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
350
Make
JAGUAR
Model
E-TYPE
Variant
S3
Registration Number
POB 513M
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
1S1965
Engine Number
75123825A
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Signal Red

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

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SEE IT IN ACTION

SEE IT IN ACTION

SCORE:

68 / 135

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Some wear on the seats

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Remarks

The engine attempts to turn over though does not fire up

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Vehicle History

Remarks

Number of invoices dating back to the 90's, stamped passport to service book, and invoice from 2014 which including full service, brake pads (front) and discs. Photos from 2019, which show the car on the road. Original V5 which shows the owner as the current owners company who were the only owner on the V5.


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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