1973 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 OTS
Highlights
- Documented very low mileage of 37,028
- Matching numbers car with extensive history
- Original and verified factory specification
- Maintained by leading specialists including Martin Robey
- Desirable V12 OTS with factory manual gearbox
- Extensive history file dating back to early days
The Appeal
Here is a treat for enthusiasts of the later E-Type, an exceptionally low mileage OTS with original factory specification. Finished in popular Blue Azure with Biscuit leather, it is a very good example of these super smooth V12 convertibles with the added advantage of a manual gearbox.
The car’s originality is a key part of its draw, the light patina indicating its sparing life - just 37,000 miles from new - and contributing to the character. This history file verifies the diminutive use and shows regular attention by specialists such as Martin Robey using quality parts from sources such as SNG and SC Parts.
It has been usefully MOT’d to underline the condition despite this not being a legal requirement. The current test runs to March 2025 with no advisories.
E-Types like this come along exceptionally rarely. One not to miss.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 12th October 1973
- Originally sold new by Ashton Garages
- JDHT certificate confirm specification and build date as shown in photographs
- Factory built in August 1973, one of 978 OTS RHD cars built that year
- Nine registered keepers, including 3 within same family
- Good history file showing attention by Martin Robey and SNG and SC Parts purchases
- Summary of work below including new hood in 2011
- Old MOTs and invoices included
- First MOT shows mileage of 26,324 miles in June 1984
- Passport to service and service book
- Handwritten correspondence confirming mileage through car’s life to 31,013 miles
- Good MOT history showing few advisories over time
- Historic Vehicle so MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
- Current MOT runs to 19th March 2025 with no advisories
- Mileage on test was 36,959 miles and now on 37,028 miles
- Correspondence July 1985 with HR Owen for part exchange with Range Rover
- March 1988 letter about a new windscreen from The Chelsea Workshop
- April 2021- correspondence with dealers Maranello
Notable maintenance:
- Martin Robey repairs to axle and rear brake work costing £2,086 in 2001
- Hamptons new mohair hood with frame repaint costing £527 in 2001
- I.J Feakin Ltd £833.37 in 2002 on mechanical fettling and servicing
- April 2003 ignition system work
- 2007- SC Parts £965 splined hubs, spinners and a grille
- Jan 2011- MWS chrome wire spoke wheels
The Condition
- Blue Azure factory correct paintwork appears largely original
- Well kept paintwork with some minor marks to be expected due to age
- Bodywork presents very well with straight panels and good door and bonnet fit
- Quality MWS chrome wire wheels with Avon tyres, all in very good order
- Whitewall wire spare in boot
- Roof retrimmed and refitted and in good order
- Biscuit leather interior appears to be original and unrestored showing light wear
- Cabin is lightly patinated which adds character to this 51 year old car
- Unmodified with period radio, good switchgear and clear dials
- Fitted with a Moto Lita wood-rimmed steering wheel
- Carpets in good order with protective E-Type rubber mats fitted
- No structural advisories on current MOT
A key part of this car’s appeal is its originality. The very sparing mileage has kept the Blue Aure and Biscuit leather combination in very good order. Freshly restored cars may be bright and shiny but this car’s original condition strongly contributes to its character.
The car remains factory correct but has been lightly titivated over the years. This is documented above and includes a new roof and refurbished frame and quality MWS wheels. Each element remains in very good order, indicating the care of its keepers.
The Mechanics
- 5,343cc V12 engine on carburettors developing 272bhp
- 4spd factory manual gearbox
- Matching numbers car across engine and gearbox
- Factory correct fluted exhaust
- Well maintained car with good history shown in photographs
- Documented and verified low mileage with handwritten notes and MOT records
Dropping the sinuous V12 beneath the E-Type’s vast bonnet was a masterstroke. Here was a smooth powerplant to match the Series III’s similarly effortless style. These engines are reputably so well set up that you can balance a £1 coin in the cam cover fins without it toppling.
This matching numbers car must be one of the lowest mileage examples in existence. It is verified by the history file which includes handwritten notes and a raft of MOTs from the digital and handwritten eras. The car has been regularly maintained and serviced by specialists using parts supplied by SNG Barratt and SC Parts.
The car arrives with the buyer with no reported running or driving issues. The current MOT shows no mechanical or running gear advisories.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1973
- Make Jaguar
- Model E-Type
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 37,028 Miles
- Engine size 5343
Listing Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Bournemouth
- Location Dorset
- Country United Kingdom
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