2026-04-14 15:40:22 | pauls writes:

Car now on BaT

bringatrailer.com/listing/1971-jaguar-e-type-series-iii-22-v12-7/

Auction description:

Seller: auto-nut

Location: Hiram, Georgia 30141

Chassis: 1S71742BW

43k Miles Shown

5.3-Liter V12

Three-Speed Automatic Transmission

Regency Red Paint

Black Leather Upholstery

15" Steel Wheels w/ Polished Hubcaps

Electronic Ignition

Air Conditioning

Quad-Exit Exhaust System

Restoration Photos

Private Party or Dealer: Private Party

Lot #238839

This 1971 Jaguar E-Type Series III 2+2 V12 was purchased by the owner in 1986 and underwent a restoration that was completed in 1999. It is powered by a 5.3-liter V12 linked with a three-speed automatic transmission and a limited-slip differential. The car is finished in Regency Red over black leather, and features include four-wheel disc brakes, power steering, 15″ steel wheels with polished hubcaps, quadruple Zenith-Stromberg carburetors, an AM/FM radio, and air conditioning. This Series III E-Type is now offered on behalf of the owner with the owner’s manual, spare parts, a car cover, manufacturer’s literature, restoration photos, and a clean Georgia title.

The car was stripped to bare metal and refinished in Regency Red during the restoration. A crinkle on the front bonnet was repaired at that time. There is a scratch on the windshield, and the seller reports that a temperature-sensitive metallurgical defect on the left-rear wheel well opening appears in warm weather and disappears in cold weather.

The 15″ steel wheels feature polished hubcaps and are mounted with 205/70 Pirelli P4000 SuperTouring tires. The Series III E-Type was factory equipped with power steering, and stopping power is provided by four-wheel disc brakes with inboard-mounted rear rotors. The brake system was replaced during the restoration and utilizes DOT-5 fluid. The master cylinders were re-sleeved and the fluid was flushed in November 2024.

The 2+2 cabin features front bucket seats and a rear bench upholstered in black leather as well as color-coordinated door panels. Interior amenities include an AM/FM radio, a Kienzle analog clock, a locking glovebox, and air conditioning. The air conditioning system, lines, and Frigidaire compressor were replaced during the build, and the system utilizes R12 refrigerant. A hidden Lumenition amplifier module is located in the passenger footwell, with the original amplifier retained in its factory location. Additional modifications include an orange warning light mounted under the dash to indicate when the cooling fans activate, and a fuel pump shut-off switch accessible beneath an oblong cover in the rear passenger area. A mark is noted on the headliner.

The wood-rimmed steering wheel frames Smiths instrumentation including a 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer with a 6,500-rpm redline. Auxiliary gauges for voltage, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and fuel level are mounted in the center stack. The five-digit odometer shows 43k miles, approximately 1k of which were added under current ownership.

The 5.3-liter V12 is equipped with quadruple Zenith-Stromberg carburetors and was rated at 314 horsepower and 349 lb-ft of torque when new. The engine was overhauled during the build. Work included honing the cylinders, a valve job by Eagle Machine, and replacing the bearings, rings, and gaskets. The electronic ignition system is wire-loomed inside the factory harness, and a braided wire main fuel line is fitted. The seller notes the engine is run on 110-octane fuel and recommends adjusting the carburetors.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission and a limited-slip differential. The transmission was overhauled and the bands and clutches were replaced during the refurbishment. The driveshaft was balanced and the U-joints were replaced. Hardware was replaced during the refurbishment, reportedly utilizing British specifications where possible.

Correspondence from Jaguar lists the factory colors, numbers and photos documenting the restoration process are included.

2026-04-27 17:38:23 | Capt RD writes:

Sold for USD $57,500+ 04/21/2026

BAT AUCTION