2021-04-28 10:52:41 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 5/21

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Auction description:

Amelia Island | Lot 205

1971 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V-12 Roadster

$75,000 - $100,000 USD | Offered Without Reserve

United States | Amelia Island, Florida

22 May 2021

Chassis No. 1S 20029

Engine No. 7S 3710-SA

US Title

Early and desirable V-12 Series 3 OTS with small bumperettes

British Racing Green over tan leather

5.3-liter V-12 engine paired to a four-speed manual transmission

Benefits from a previous restoration and nearly $10,000 USD of recent servicing completed in January 2021

The attractive roadster offered here is an early V-12 Series 3 Roadster, or Open Two-Seater (OTS), example produced during the 1971 model year, which is presented wearing the correct and desirable “small” bumperettes. The car’s early history is unknown, though it certainly benefits from a previous restoration in the signature Jaguar livery of British Racing Green over tan leather. The interior features a full suite of Smith’s instrumentation, factory radio, and air conditioning; correct details specific to early Series 3 cars of this type include the straight handbrake lever, fantail exhaust, and leather-wrapped steering wheel. A matching tan cloth top is fitted behind the rear seats and provides ample all-weather protection. This tidy and presentable Series 3 Roadster is perched upon a set of 72-spoke chrome wire wheels shod in a set of Toyo Extensa narrow-whitewall tires befitting a period-correct aesthetic.

In January 2021, the car was treated to an extensive servicing at Lamborghini of Houston which included the fitment of a battery, spark plugs, engine air filters, fuel filler neck, and additional line items. A complete paint correction regimen was also completed at this time.

As the very last series of E-Type, this car occupies a special place in Jaguar history. This example offered here is sure to attract the best kind of attention, whether upon brisk drives or weekend exhibitions.