Just arrived from the USA with only 30,805 miles from new. The car was purchased from a long term Florida owner who had kept the car for several decades whilst garage keeping it & sparingly using it.
The car comes to us in tip top condition running beautifully. The Jaguar heritage certificate shows the car to be in its original colours of Primrose Yellow paint & a black hide interior. It was completed at Browns Lane on 5th February 1973 & shipped via British Leyland New York.
This is an impeccable very original rot free car in superb order throughout. It wants for nothing & is ready for immediate extended use. It sits on chrome wire wheels shod with 4 good tyres. The roof is a new mohair item as the original had cracked after years of being left in the permanently down position. An assortment of original papers comes with the car including a mint owners manual & well thumbed service booklet.
We are in the process of UK registering the car. It is european taxes paid in free EEC circulation.
1973 Jaguar E-type V12 Roadster Manual LHD. is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Grays by Vintage Prestige for £95000.
Car Facts
Car type : CarMake : JaguarModel : E-typeModel Version : V12 Roadster Manual LHD.Engine size : 0.0Model Year : 1973Sub type : ConvertibleLocation : Essex
The Jaguar E-Type FHC (Fixed Head Coupe) is a classic sports car that was produced by the British automaker Jaguar Cars from 1961 to 1974. It is often regarded as one of the most beautiful cars ever produced, with its long, sleek hood, flowing curves, and aggressive stance.
The E-Type FHC was derived from the D-Type race car that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1955, 1956, and 1957. It was powered by a 3.8-liter inline-six engine that produced up to 265 horsepower and featured advanced suspension and braking systems, with independent suspension and disc brakes on all four wheels.
The E-Type FHC was known for its exceptional handling and performance, with a top speed of up to 150 mph and acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in as little as 6.7 seconds. Its design was also innovative for its time, featuring an independent rear suspension and a monocoque construction.
The Jaguar E-Type FHC became an iconic car of the 1960s and was favored by celebrities and enthusiasts alike. OTS i.e The Jaguar E-Type Roadster became an iconic car of the 1960s and was favored by celebrities wanting to be seen in their car.