1972 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 2+2

Highlights

• Desirable four-speed manual gearbox variant with overdrive added
• Air conditioning fitted
• 43,095 miles showing on the odometer
• Recent full service carried out
• All door and bonnet seals replaced

The Appeal

In 2+2 guise, the V12-engined Series 3 is the ultimate grand touring E-Type. GTs were becoming wildly popular by the late 1960s, hence Jaguar developed the two-door XJC and XJ-S. In addition, the long-lived E-Type was modified to suit buyers' wants, receiving the firm's new 5.3-litre V12 for a more long-legged character.
Here we have the most desirable of the 2+2 Series 3s: a right-hand drive E-Type with a four-speed manual gearbox. Automatic transmissions were a popular choice in period, but the manual is the only choice for keen drivers. Few classics stir the soul quite like an E-type, and the combination here of a 5,300cc V12 engine with a 4-speed manual gearbox makes for a particularly engaging proposition. It also had an air-condition, overdrive and heated rear window fitted by Jaguar South Africa.

Our car shows 43,095 miles on the odometer and is presented in very good overall condition. It has recently benefited from a full service and the renewal of all door and bonnet seals. For those seeking an E-type with the character of the V12 and the engagement of a manual gearbox, this is well worth closer inspection.

History and Paperwork

• Originally sold by Leykor South Africa
• Air conditioning, overdrive and heated rear window fitted
• 43,095 miles showing on the odometer (indicated)
• 2018 MOT figure incorrectly recorded as miles when the reading was taken in kilometres (hence discrepancy on GOV records)
• MOT and road tax exempt
• Tool roll present
• Numerous invoices from marque specialists (see gallery)
• Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate

The Condition

• All door and bonnet seals replaced
• All interior lights and switches reported to be in working order
• Highly presentable example in very good shape throughout
• Some gentle patina to the paint which can be studied in the photographs
• Light pitting to the chromework in places
• Appears exceedingly straight with good panel and door fit
• OEM pressed steel wheels with Dunlop tyres
• Very smart and original-looking interior

The Mechanics

• 5.3-litre V12
• Four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive, reportedly in full working order
• Air conditioning fitted
• Recent full service carried out
• The vendor describes the E-Tye as fantastic to drive

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