Vehicle Description
The E-Type Series III was introduced in 1971, with a new 5.3-liter
Jaguar V12 engine, upgraded brakes and standard power steering. The
brand-new V12 engine was originally developed for the 24 Hours of
Le Mans, and was equipped with four Zenith carburetors. The final
engine was claimed to produce 272hp, more torque, and a 0-60 mph
acceleration of less than 7 seconds. The Series III is identifiable
by the large cross-slatted front grille, flared wheel arches, wider
tires, four exhaust tips and a V12 badge on the rear. Over the
entire production run, 15,291 of these Jaguars were made. This
example is powered by its original 5.3-liter V12 engine mated to a
4-speed manual transmission. The straight original body is coated
in Old English White paint, and all of the chrome, glass and rubber
are in good condition, as are the knock-off wire wheels, which are
wrapped in tires with plenty of remaining tread. All of the
original brightwork is in well-preserved condition. The
undercarriage is solid and rust-free, and the engine compartment is
clean and well-sorted. The interior is in good condition, and the
seats, carpets and interior panels show well, as do the trunk and
the black canvas soft-top and boot cover.
