1973 Jaguar E-Type V12 Roadster

1973

Manual

Petrol

ST. JOHN’S ROAD, BUXTON, DERBYSHIRE SK17 6BE

£40,000 – £50,000

Estimate range

Bidding starts 14 Oct at 10:00

Listing Source

H&H Classics

Auction

Auction Date

Wednesday, 14 October 2026

Starts at 10:00

12 days until auction

Estimate

£40,000 - £50,000

Location

United Kingdom

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Buyer notes

Substantial history file includes a Jaguar service passport and invoices.
Documented maintenance includes work to braking, cooling and differential.
Features a long run of Jaguar Drivers' Club valuation certificates.
The car is regularly used and is intended to be driven to the auction.

The total mileage of the vehicle is unknown.
The registration number IJI 3 is being removed and is not included.

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Description

Registration No: JJN 97L Chassis No: 1S1667 MOT: Exempt Regularly used and enjoyed 5.3-litre V12 Roadster with appealing age-related patina Substantial history file including numerous MOTs, invoices and Jaguar Drivers’ Club valuation certificates Documented mechanical maintenance including braking, differential, ignition and cooling-system work This 1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Roadster is finished in White and presents as a particularly charming and usable example. Rather than having been su...

About the E-Type V12

The E-Type V12 (1971-1975) introduced Jaguar's legendary V12 engine to the E-Type. 272hp provided effortless performance and refinement.

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