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Jaguar E-Type Series III 2+2 V12 Coupé (1971)

Jaguar E-Type Series III 2+2 V12 Coupé (1971), well-maintained and original vehicle, manual transmission, last service in November 2025

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Manufacturer
Model
E-Type Series III 2+2 V12 Coupé
Year
1971
Transmission
Manual
Horsepower
272
Milage
87.709 km
Not or only partially comprehensible.
Country Version
GB
Location
DE-51491 Overath
Color
Path
Type of auction
With reserve
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Jaguar E-Type Series III 2+2 V12 Coupé (1971)

Vehicle description

A 1971 Jaguar E-Type 2+2 V12 Coupé is for sale in red with black leather interior.

Highlights

  • Classic 3rd series E-Type with V12 engine
  • Manual transmission
  • Well-maintained collector's vehicle
  • Beautiful original condition
  • Last service in November 2025
  • H license plate and TÜV until 07/2026

General information about the vehicle

  • Year of manufacture: 1971
  • First delivery: United Kingdom
  • Location: DE-51491 Overath
  • Number of vehicle owners: Unknown, owned for 30 years
  • Accident-free: Accident-free under current ownership
  • TÜV until 07/2026
  • H license plate
  • Registered

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 convertible and 2+2 coupe, while the short version of the Fixed Head Coupe (FHC) was discontinued. It came standard with power steering and improved brakes, and could be optionally equipped with automatic transmission, wire-spoke wheels, and air conditioning.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

  • Exterior color: Red
  • Interior: Black leather – well maintained with minor signs of wear consistent with age
  • Repainting: Partially repainted

Engine and transmission:

  • Engine: 5.3-liter V12 engine with 272 hp
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Last service: November 2025

Mileage:

  • 54,500 miles (as read)
  • Mileage partially verifiable

Documentation:

  • German vehicle documents
  • Service records not available
  • Various invoices available

Tires, body, and underbody:

  • Tires: good condition, 60%
  • Bodywork: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
  • Underbody: Very good condition, no rust

Please take a look at the photo gallery to get a comprehensive impression of the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects:

  • No known defects

Please view the photo gallery to get a comprehensive impression of the condition of the vehicle.

Summary:

For sale is a Jaguar E-Type Series III 2+2 V12 Coupé in red with black leather interior. This is a classic E-Type in good, original condition with manual transmission and a distinctive twelve-cylinder engine. This collector's vehicle has always been well maintained and was last serviced in November 2025. An elegant classic with long-distance comfort, high collector's value, and driving pleasure.

If the seller is a private individual, the vehicle is always sold without warranty. The description of this auction has been made to the best of the seller's knowledge. The condition of this vehicle is based on the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. The description and photos are for reference. Kickdown does not guarantee the accuracy of the listing and recommends a viewing. The seller decides whether a viewing can be made. Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description and make all necessary inquiries before placing a bid. For this purpose, please use the comments and questions section for additional information. Please read our terms and conditions for more details.

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  • Current service performed

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Questions and Comments

  • TomTom1-avatarTomTom1
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    about 2 hours ago

    Technik: Neu für die konservative britische Autoindustrie war die hintere Trapezlenkerachse an einem eigenen Hilfsrahmen mit einem Längslenker und zwei Feder-Dämpfer-Einheiten, mit den Antriebswellen als oberen Querlenkern. Die Konstruktion erwies sich hinsichtlich des Fahrverhaltens, des Fahrkomforts und des Aussehens als gelungen und wurde bis 1996 verwendet. 1971 erhielt der E-Type einen neu entwickelten 5,3-Liter-(5343 cm³)-V12-Motor mit einer Leistung von 276 PS (203 kW) bei 5850/min und einem maximalen Drehmoment von 412 Nm bei 3600/min. Mit diesem V12-Motor, dessen Vorgänger bis ins Jahr 1935 zurückreichten, präsentierte Jaguar den ersten Großserienzwölfzylinder mit Leichtmetallblock und ebenen Heron-Zylinderköpfen mit Brennräumen im Kolbenboden. Die Brennräume wurden jedoch 1981, also nach Produktionsende des E-Type, entsprechend dem patentierten. Fireball-Wirbelkammer-Design des Schweizer Konstrukteurs und ex-Rennfahrers Michael May geändert, dem sogenannten May head, was den Verbrauch um ca. drei Liter/100 km senkte. Diese Version mit der Zusatzbezeichnung HE/High Efficiency wurde in die letzten 12-Zylinder-Limousinen und Coupés von Jaguar, XJ und XJ-S, und in den Daimler Double Six eingebaut. Die vorher wegen der amerikanischen Gesetzesanforderungen geringer gewordenen Fahrleistungen des E-Type wurden durch den V12-Motor wieder ausgeglichen, aber das Auto war insgesamt nicht mehr so aggressiv und agil wie zu Anfang – der Roadster hatte nun den langen Radstand des 2+2, das kurze Coupé war nicht mehr erhältlich. Vielen Liebhabern der Urversion galt das jetzige Modell als „zu weich“, und der vergitterte Kühlergrill nahm dem Wagen einiges von seiner ursprünglichen Aggressivität. Die Serie III hatte wegen der größeren Spurweite und der etwas breiteren Reifen verbreiterte Kotflügel, aber ansonsten den gleichen Aufbau. Die Scheibenbremsen waren nun vorne von innen belüftet. Am Markt hatte es der durstige E-Type V12 schwer, weil während seiner kurzen Ära die Ölkrise die Benzinpreise in die Höhe trieb.

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