2021-05-21 10:54:10 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 6/21
www.barons-auctions.com/view-lot/4048/for-sale-at-barons-auctions-1973-jaguar-e- ..._medium=email&utm_source=sharpspring&sslid=M7E0MzIyNDM0NjC1BAA&sse ...

Auction description:
08 June 2021 at Sandown Park Racecourse
1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 Roadster
Guide Price: £60,000 to £67,500
Manufacturer: Jaguar
First Registered: 1973
Model: E-Type Series 3 Roadster
Registration No: PUE 526M
Mileometer: 40,000
Chassis No: 1S51767
MOT: Exempt
Colour: British Racing Green
This particular car started life as a 2+2 and was bought in 1994 by the vendor to add to his classic car collection, but after 7 years, in 2001, it was decided to convert it to a convertible as an experiment and a preference for open top motoring. Using Jaguar approved panels from Martin Robey, and parts from M & C Wilkinson, new hood from Don Trimming Co. Ltd, it was professionally modified by well know car restorers Meon Valley Classics in Droxford, at a cost upwards of £10,000. Having the same bonnet, doors, door cards, etc was a success, and consequently the car was recognised by the DVLA and the insurance company as a genuine convertible. Letters as proof are available.

The car has matching engine and chassis numbers, and all the chrome work, the door cards, carpets, instruments (apart from the electronic speedo) are original. All the leather seats and head rests are also original and nicely patinated, and it also has the rear seat conversion instead of the storage box. The radio/cassette player is a period Panasonic model and still works. the mileage is low at 40,000 miles, which is shown by all the MoT's going back to the 70's.

Over the years much money has been spent on the car uprating it, including; bigger front anti roll bar, Koni dampers, poly bushed front suspension, carburettor rebuilds and re-tuning, Lumenition ignition system, stainless steel exhaust system, new discs/pads, electronic speedometer, the list goes on. A major improvement in 2008 was the fitting of a 5 speed Getrag gearbox and full engine mechanical overhaul when it was out of the car, including all hoses, clips etc at a cost of over £12,000 by Jaguar specialist Hollygrove Jaguar in Ringwood (all bills are available). This gave the car better fuel economy, with a higher 5th gear giving effortless cruising at Autobahn speeds and better acceleration through the well-spaced gear ratios.

The car has recently had a full meticulous service. It doesn't require an annual MoT now, but all the old ones are available showing the low mileage. the car has also had a new brake master cylinder and servo overhaul, so it stops well, and recently has had a ceramic guard application to the cellulose, paint plus engine detailing. The 15" rim wire wheels are shod with classic Blockley radial tyres, 205 70VR 15's, with plenty of wear left.

The car has very rapid acceleration with the 5 speed box modification, and the garage has said that after test runs, post service, drivers reported it the quickest V12 that they've ever driven.

2023-12-18 20:39:27 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.classicdriver.com/en/car/jaguar/e-type-siii/1973/981596

Seller's description:

1973 Jaguar E-Type SIII Roadster

Price USD 140 279

Chassis number  1S51767

Engine number  7S109465A

Rotisserie Restored by Carriage Motor cars for their very own MD. This manual V12 E-type has had just 5 owners from new and covered 40,591 miles. Finished to the highest standard in Midnight Blue with beige leather.

Classic Automobiles Worldwide Ltd

Froxfield, Surrey, United Kingdom