Jaguar E-Type 5.3 Series 3 (1972)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Jaguar E-Type 5.3 Series 3 V12 Two-plus-two from 1972 in the color black with a red leather interior.

Highlights:

• 3rd hand in Germany, USA import, with H license plate in a well-kept overall condition
• Professionally restored classic, the restoration was carried out and documented in 1989
• Purchase history from 1988, including restoration documentation
• Expert opinion from 08/2021 with a grade of 2+
• With Kenwood radio and power steering

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1972
• First registration: USA; 07/1972
• Location: 21224 Rosengarten, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 3 since import to Germany (owned by the seller since 2021)
• Restored
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Licensed
• H license plate
• TÜV will be renewed by the current owner before sale
• Ready to drive immediately

Model history

The E-Type Series 3 was introduced in 1971 with a new 5.3-liter V12 engine that produced 272 hp and accelerated from 0 to 100 km/h in less than seven seconds. It was only available as a Cabriolet and 2+2 Coupé, while the short version of the Fixed Head Coupé (FHC) was discontinued. It had power steering and improved brakes as standard and could be optionally equipped with automatic transmission, wire wheels and air conditioning.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: black (professionally repainted, originally Primrose)
• Interior: red leather upholstery (seat covers retained since restoration in 1988)
• Repaints: Completely repainted from Primrose to black

Engine and transmission:

• 5.3-liter V12 engine with 268 hp (197 kW)
• Automatic gearbox

Mileage:

• Mileage: 81,733 mi (read off)
• Traceable mileage: no
• Checkbook with gaps

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents
• Checkbook available (with gaps)
• Purchase history from 1988
• Expert opinion from 08/2021, grade 2+; expert opinion from 05/2018
• Invoices

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 50-70 %
• Brakes: 50-70 %
• Bodywork: good condition
• Underbody: acceptable condition - rust-free, but oil-damp
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• Small scratches on the bodywork, one larger scratch on the hood and on the side
• Slight stone chips on the front
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary of the car

A classic for sale: The Jaguar E-Type 5.3 Series 3 V12 Two-plus-two from 1972, black with red leather interior. USA import, H license plate and in well-maintained condition. This car was first registered in the USA in 1972 and has now been owned by the seller in Rosengarten since 2021. The classic was professionally restored in 1989. The E-Type presents itself in an immediately drivable and very well-maintained overall condition, which is rated 2+ by a valuation report. A must for classic car enthusiasts.