LOT 164

1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Roadster Registration no. JAG 139L Chassis no. IS22837 Engine no. 7S3707SA

Estimate: £80,000 - £120,000

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Lot 164

Property of a deceased's estate
1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Roadster

Goodwood Members' Meeting|19 April 2026, 13:00 BST|Chichester, Goodwood

1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Roadster
Registration no. JAG 139L
Chassis no. IS22837
Engine no. 7S3707SA

• Complete restoration
• 4,500 miles since completion
• Concours winner
• Outstanding condition

One consequence of the E-Type's long process of development had been a gradual increase in weight, but a good measure of the concomitant loss of performance was restored in 1971 with the arrival of what would be the final version - the 'Series 3' V12. Weighing only 80lb more than the cast-iron-block 4.2-litre XK six, the new all-alloy, 5.3-litre, overhead-camshaft V12 produced 272bhp, an output good enough for a top speed comfortably in excess of 140mph. Further good news was that the 0-100mph time of around 16 seconds made the V12 the fastest-accelerating E-Type ever. Built in two-seat roadster and 2+2 coupé versions, both of which used the long-wheelbase floor pan introduced on the Series 2 2+2, the Series 3 E-Type continued the Jaguar tradition of offering a level of performance and luxury unrivalled at the price.

This gorgeous V12 E-type has covered a mere 4,500 miles since restoration. Recipient of numerous concours awards in its native Scotland. A desirable manual transmission example, the car comes with both small and large tools (all in correct bags and in new condition) and an original owner's manual in the correct Jaguar plastic wallet. A 1973 model, 'JAG 139L' has the correct twin exhaust tailpipes (fishtail type as from the factory), while other notable features include chrome wire wheels; driver's and passenger's door mirrors; Jaguar rubber over-mats; and soft-top and hood bag in mohair. It is reported that the engine is notably quiet when idling; all gauges read correctly and at tickover the oil pressure (when hot) is just under 80psi. Jaguar recommend 40psi at 2,000rpm so this unit would appear to be very strong indeed. Unquestionably one of the best V12 E-Types currently available, 'JAG 139L' is ready for Continental journeys, static display, or even some more concours events. It should be noted the V5C document has been misplaced and been reapplied for.

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