1973 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 Roadster

1973

82,000 miles

Manual

Petrol

Sold for £78,750

Sold on 23 Apr 2026

Description

Registration – 5 JAGChassis – UD1S22826BWM.O.T. – ExemptOdometer – 82,000Few shapes in motoring history are as instantly recognisable as that of the Jaguar E-Type, and by the time the Series III arrived in 1971 the model had evolved into a consummate grand tourer powered by Jaguar’s silken 5.3 litre V12 engine. The combination of effortless performance, long legged refinement and open top motoring ensured the Roadster variant became one of the most coveted of the final production cars. UK suppli...

About the E-Type Series III Roadster

The Series III V12 Roadster (1971-1975) offered the ultimate E-Type open-top experience with V12 smoothness. The most desirable Series 3. Values from £100k.

Known Issues to Watch For

Engine: XK six (S1/S2) - oil leaks, cooling critical, timing chain, head gasket if overheated. V12 (S3) - generally reliable but complex carburettors (some converted to EFI), overheating if coolant neglected, head gaskets expensive, distributor issues. Cooling: Critical on all E-Types - modern fans recommended. Gearbox: All-synchro from 1965. Earlier Moss box synchros wear. Brakes: Discs all round but inboard rears (S3) can seize. Servo issues. Body: Monocoque steel - rust in sills, floors, inner wings, bonnet frame, boot floor critical. Bonnet fit notoriously difficult. Electrics: Lucas issues. Budget £8-15k annually.

Desirable Options

Series 1 (most valuable), Flat-floor 3.8, Roadster/OTS body, Matching numbers, Heritage Certificate, Good panel fit, Recent restoration, Good chrome, Original colours