1971 Jaguar E-type 2+2
Highlights
- Low-mileage example with V12 engine and manual transmission
- In precious ownership from 2003 to 2024
- Heritage certificate showing it to be a matching numbered car
- Retains original registration
The Appeal
Renowned as one of the most legendary sports cars in the world, the E-Type is about as close to automotive royalty as it gets. Beyond being a simply incredible looker, these sports cars are fast, comfortable and buttery-smooth. They were - and for many still are - the definitive Jag, and it's easy to see why.
Low, rakish lines, a long-nosed profile and a louvred bonnet. It's a design masterclass, fronted by cat-eye headlights and that iconic Sayer grille. Is it any wonder we love the things so much - or that a highly original car garners so much attention? A garage find is the stuff of magic, but with an E-type, it borders on legend.
This fine example is exactly that, having spent much of its recent life safe and sound in a dry garage. Following sale in 2024, it's still in highly original order, and we've no doubt it'll be pride of place in the lucky buyer's collection.
The History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1971
- The DVLA records 5 previous keepers
- In previous ownership from 2023 until 2024
- Heritage certificate showing it to be a matching numbered car
- Original registration retained
Accompanied by:
- V5c document
- Original handbooks and manuals
- Jaguar-Daimler Heritage Trust Factory Record
- A collection of early-2000s invoices
The Condition
- Bodywork appears solid and nicely presented
- In original factory-record British Racing Green
- Highly original 'garage find' condition, having been placed into storage in 2003
- Paintwork carries some swirling and scratching
- Wire-spoke wheels in good order
- Underside carries some areas of surface corrosion
- Interior is in fine order with all instruments clear and legible
- No sign of any rips or tears to the cinnamon upholstery
- Door cards in good condition
- Some wear to the headlining - particularly around the visors
- We've no reports of any technical faults inside the cabin
The Mechanics
- 5.3-litre V12
- Manual transmission with 4 gears
- True-to-factory spec, and believed unmodified
- Engine bay in good overall order, with age-commensurate wear
- In need of light mechanical refresh due to lack of use
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1971
- Make Jaguar
- Model E-Type
- Colour Green
- Odometer 59,806 Miles
- Engine size 5300
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Bridgend
- Location Wales
- Country United Kingdom
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