2014-07-28 19:38:10 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '04:
www.rmauctions.com/lots/lot.cfm

Auction description:
Toronto International Fall Classic Car Auction
22 - 24 October 2004
Lot SP106
1974 Jaguar XKE Series III V-12 Roadster
High Bid of 31,300
Chassis no. UE1S23525

Last year for the true great V-12 roadsters. A mostly original survivor Jaguar, serviced & maintained as necessary. Runs and drives superb! Surely a prime example to use and enjoy, with great investment potential!

2024-06-16 14:59:28 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.hemmings.com/auction/1974-jaguar-e-type-sherbrooke-qc-915522

Seller's description:

Vehicle Location Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada J1N 3H5

VIN UE1S23525

Odometer 72,432

Engine 5.3-liter SOHC V12

Transmission Manual

Exterior Color British Racing green

Interior Moss Green leather and vinyl

Seller Private

This 1974 Jaguar E-type Series 3 V12 Convertible is one of fewer than 500 E-types built in the final year of production. The car presents very well and has reportedly been repainted once, changing the color from yellow to British Racing Green. Showing 72,435 believed-original miles, the car has been cosmetically and mechanically maintained and stored in an air-conditioned and heated Canadian garage.

FEATURES

The 5.3-liter SOHC V12 engine was rated new at 272 horsepower and 304 lb-ft of torque.

The power is transferred to the rear axles through a four-speed manual transmission.

The powertrain is stated as original.

No leaks or weeps are reported.

The four SU carburetors were overhauled last year.

Spark plugs, wiring, and air filters have been replaced.

“Some scratches due to age” are reported in the British Racing Green finish.

“No body damage ever” is stated by the seller.

All original trim, glass, and lamps appear complete and undamaged.

A black vinyl folding top is included.

Only light creasing is observed on the moss green leather seats.

No fading, tears, or rips are identified.

The sills, door panels, and other interior panels are vinyl covered.

The dashboard is covered in black vinyl.

All Series 3 gauges and controls are original and believed to be functioning.

All interior trim appears to be complete.

The underside of the body structure appears clean and treated with rust preventative.

New clutch and brake master cylinders have been installed.

Polished steel wheels and caps show well.

COMES WITH

A Jaguar E-type Series 3 V12 Operating, Maintenance and Service Handbook.

A British Leyland Jaguar Series 3 E-type OTS Parts Catalog.

Multiple spare parts as shown in the photos provided, including two new mufflers.

NEEDS

The air conditioning is not working.

A new antenna is needed.

OVERVIEW

This E-type is one of 480 sold in 1974, the final year of production.

Power comes from a V12 engine with a four-speed manual transmission.

The Series 3 was longer and wider than earlier E-types.

This example has one change of color and many spare parts and manuals.

The Jaguar has been stored in an air-conditioned and heated garage.

DOCUMENTATION

The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on the proper Quebec, Canada document in his name for transfer of ownership.