2025-12-21 16:52:05 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 12/25

auctions.webbs.co.nz/lot-details/index/catalog/874/lot/316351/1973-Jaguar-E-Type ...

Auction description:

Collectors' Cars Auction, Sunday 7 December

1973 Jaguar E-Type Series III

SOLD - Price Realised incl. BP:$102,350

Estimate: $110,000 - $120,000

Engine: 759179SB

Chassis: 1551662BW

This New Zealand-new example was purchased from Archibald and Shorter in Christchurch around ten years ago. Shortly after acquisition, a torque converter leak led to a full reconditioning of the gearbox. With the car already undergoing mechanical work, the decision was made to go a step further and recondition the engine, which was completed by Petermark Automotive in Auckland.

Following a move to Queenstown, the car was sent to Coventry Classics for a full restoration. This included stripping the body to bare metal, addressing minor panel repairs (which revealed no rust), re-chroming, full reupholstery, and a detailed inspection with replacement of numerous small components. The goal was to bring the car’s cosmetic and structural condition in line with its refreshed mechanicals. The excellent example offered today stands as evidence of the restorer’s comprehensive success in this aim.

Since completion, the car has reportedly run faultlessly. Furthermore, the car retains its correct configuration and presents as a well-sorted example of the model. The Smiths instrumentation, likely replaced during the restoration, reads just 4,394km, though this is not the true mileage, and represents the distance covered since the E-Type's extensive recommissioning. It offers a strong blend of classic E-Type character with the reliability and refinement of a thoroughly restored vehicle.

The vehicle will be offered with current WOF and registration.

The personalised plate 'JAG73E' is included with sale.