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1971 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 5.3-Litre V12 Coupé

Lot Number: 772

1971 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 5.3-Litre V12 Coupé

Desirable, left-hand drive, Series 3 superbly engineered and upgraded with regular use and touring in mind.

  • Sold for: £47,250

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 24th September, 2022 at 11.00am BST at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Sgnal Red

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    LHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    BRF 229J

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    57357 Miles

SUMMARY

Desirable, left-hand drive, Series 3 superbly engineered and upgraded with regular use and touring in mind.

DESCRIPTION

  • Originally supplied through Jaguar New York in 1971. Imported to the UK by Don Law in 1989
  • Finished in Signal Red with a Biscuit interior
  • Original engine rebuilt and upgraded to 5.7-litres by Ron Beatty (Forward Engineering) with a 5-speed manual gearbox
  • Bare metal body refurbishment by Martin Lane
  • Rear suspension and drivetrain refurbishment by WhatJag
  • Recent recommissioning by William Heynes
  • Extensive history file detailing long-term ownership of over 30 years

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
772
Make
JAGUAR
Model
E TYPE SERIES 3 FHC
Variant
Coupe
Registration Number
BRF 229J
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
71714
Engine Number
7S3324SA
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Sgnal Red

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.

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SCORE:

88 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

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Remarks

Older restoration in suoerb condition

Interior


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Engine


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Remarks

Recent recommissiong and service by William Heynes Jaguar Specialist

Transmission


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Running Gear


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Electrics


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Vehicle History


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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