Not Sold | 1972 Jaguar E-Type Series III Roadster

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Not Sold (Est: £44,000 - £50,000)

1972 Jaguar E-Type Series III Roadster

United Kingdom • 18 Jul 2026 • Lot 265

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

A 1972 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 Roadster, a genuine UK-supplied right-hand drive example with a relatively low 61,160 miles. This car boasts a recent engine overhaul costing over £15,000, presented in white with a black leather interior, and is considered a thoroughly usable classic.
It's estimated between £44,000 - £50,000, this E-Type is highlighted as an attractive purchase for a collector, offering performance and luxury from a bygone era.

Condition

8

The car is described as having well cared for white coachwork that presents very well, and a black leather interior that is also in good condition. The V12 engine runs well, and the automatic gearbox operates as it should. Recent engine overhaul including timing chain replacement indicates good mechanical maintenance. While not explicitly stated as 'pristine', the description suggests minimal cosmetic imperfections and good mechanical order, fitting an 'Excellent' rating.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

1S1339BW

Odometer:

61,160 miles

Reg Number:

GHH 398L

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Year: 1972 Make: Jaguar Model: E-Type Series III Roadster Registration: GHH 398L Chassis No: 1S1339BW Odometer: 61,160 • Genuine UK supplied right hand drive example • A relatively low mileage and thoroughly useable E-Type 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 the sensational Series III V12.

Weighing only 80lb more than the cast-iron-block 4.2 litre XK six that it replaced, the new all-alloy, 5.3 litre, overhead camshaft V12 engine produced 272bhp, an output good enough for a top speed well 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.

Other mechanical changes beneath the Series III’s more aggressive looking exterior included ventilated front disc brakes, anti-dive front suspension, Lucas transistorised ignition, and Adwest power-assis...