Not Sold • £30,000 - £25,000
1973 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES 3 V12 2+2
United Kingdom • 29 Jan 2026 • Lot 50
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1973 Jaguar E-Type Series III is a left-hand-drive example imported from the USA, boasting its original Pale Primrose Yellow over Biscuit leather color scheme. Recent investments totaling over £17,000, along with a comprehensive history file, make this V12 a very desirable car.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in great condition, benefiting from significant mechanical and cosmetic investment in recent years. While it's not described as perfect, the extensive recent work and well-maintained presentation suggest a rating of Excellent.
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Odometer:
12,114 miles
MCY322L
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RHD/LHD:
LHD
In Brief:
A fantastic example of a Series III V12 2+2 E-Type
Finished in it's original colour combination; Pale Primrose Yellow over Biscuit leather
Owned by The Vendor for the last 4 years
LHD example imported from USA in 2016
Great history file including heritage certifcate and details of recent expenditure
Auctioneer’s Notes:
A superb example of the desirable Series III E-Type, this 1973 V12 2+2 presents beautifully in its original Pale Primrose Yellow over Biscuit leather.
A left-hand-drive 2+2 FHC supplied new to the USA and imported into the UK in 2016, it has been enjoyed by its current owner for the last four years.
With strong provenance, extensive recent expenditure and in great condition, this is a standout V12 Jaguar ready for continued enjoyment.
Maintenance & Condition:
This E-Type has benefitted from significant mechanical and cosmetic investment in recent years.
In 2022/23 it received major works including new Dunlop SP Sport Radials, temperature sender, ...
Points of note
£4,788
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£36,984
Median Price (Since 2020)
£170,660
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Feb 10 2020
Latest MOT Mileage
10,979 miles
Registration Date
1973-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 11 2019 with 10,979 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Minor:
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Corrosion in off side front floor.
- Tyres on vehicle getting perished
- oil leaks
Failed
On Feb 11 2019 with 10,979 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect KICK OFF TO THE RIGHT (4.1.2 (c))
- Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect KICK OFF TO THE RIGHT (4.1.2 (c))
Minor:
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Corrosion in off side front floor.
- Tyres on vehicle getting perished
- oil leaks
Passed
On Dec 11 2017 with 10,714 miles
Failed
On Sep 29 2017 with 10,701 miles
There were 19 defects noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
- Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement missing (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
- Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Jun 22 2016 with 10,009 miles
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