Jaguar E-Type Series 3 (1972)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Coupe 2+2 from 1972 in the color Primrose Yellow with a brown leather interior.

Highlights:

• With TÜV & H license plate
• Elegant color scheme
• Partially restored
• Extensive investments have been made in recent years, documented by invoices
• Among other things, the rear axle was overhauled, bodywork carried out, a new master brake cylinder and brake booster installed, the alternator replaced and the carburettors adjusted.

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1972
• First registration: USA, 12/1972
• Location: 21339 Lüneburg, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 4 (owned by the seller since 2021)
• Partially restored
• Duty paid
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Licensed
• H license plate
• TÜV until 03/26
• Ready to drive immediately - but collection with trailer advisable due to the brake lines

Model history

The E-Type Series 3 was introduced in 1971 with a new 5.3-liter V12 engine that produced 276 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.

Facts and figures

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Primrose Yellow
• Interior: brown leather upholstery
• Repainting: Yes, underbody, sills and bulkhead

Engine and transmission:

• 5.3-liter V12 engine with 276 hp (203 kW)
• Automatic gearbox
• Last service: 07/2024

Mileage:

• Mileage: 76,295 km (read off)
• Mileage traceable: no
• No checkbook available

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents
• Invoices

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: Good tread, from 2021
• Brakes: good condition
• Bodywork: good condition with some signs of wear due to age
• Underbody: good condition
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects:

• Valve cover gasket leaking
• Front wheel bearings need to be adjusted
• Automatic oil pan seal leaking
• Brake lines partly in need of renewal (VL, VR and HR)
• US radio not working and antenna defective
• Clock defective
• Odometer defective
• Slight rust film on the tailgate
• Signs of wear in the interior due to age
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary of the vehicle

For sale is a Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Coupe 2+2 from 1972 in the classic color Primrose Yellow with leather interior. The elegant vehicle has been partially restored, has an H license plate and has TÜV until March 2026. Extensive investments have been made in the current ownership, as evidenced by several invoices. Although there are some minor defects and repainting, this British classic represents an exciting opportunity for enthusiasts and collectors.