1973 Jaguar E-Type Series III Roadster V12 4-Speed

Finished in vibrant Yellow over Black leather upholstery, this 1973 Jaguar E-Type Series III Roadster embodies the iconic sportscar’s final iteration. Equipped with a desirable 5.3-liter V12 and 4-speed manual transmission, its original equipment further includes air conditioning, power steering, tinted glass, a removable hardtop, tonneau cover, Smiths instrumentation, and a Kienzle dashboard clock. Delivered new to Reason Buick Company of Santa Ana, California, this numbers-matching E-Type is accompanied by ownership history, service records, and factory materials, now showing 36,367 miles at the time of cataloguing.

Repainted under previous ownership, this example benefited from comprehensive mechanical recommissioning in 2004. At that time, a fuel system overhaul w/tank cleaning, carburetor rebuild, new fuel sender and lines, a complete cooling system service, front and rear suspension refurbishment, and R134a air conditioning conversion were completed. More recently, Valley European Automotive of Modesto, California performed further servicing in 2023, replacing the brake and clutch hydraulic components, completing an engine oil service, installing a new battery, replacing the power steering hoses and exhaust hangers, and fitting a new set of four tires.

Offered following long-term ownership and a period of climate-controlled static storage, this well-preserved E-Type starts, runs, and drives, though a thorough inspection and servicing are recommended prior to regular road use. Included with the sale are the ignition key set, original window sticker, original Protect-O-Plate, operating, maintenance and service handbook, service diagrams and repair manuals, removable black hardtop, and the spare tire with jack. Combining factory A/C, a sought-after configuration, and documented California history, this Series III Roadster represents an excellent opportunity to acquire one of Jaguar's most charismatic open-top grand touring cars.

 

*See Window Sticker in Documents (above)

Fuel system overhaul (tank cleaning, carburetor rebuild, fuel sender & lines),

Full cooling system service

Front & rear suspension overhaul,

Brake & clutch hydraulic system service

Air conditioning conversion (R134A)

Bumper re-chromed

New exhaust system

New battery, speedo cable & seatbelt retractors

Replacement of the brake & clutch hydraulics (master/slave cylinders, hoses)

Engine oil service

New battery, power steering hoses & exhaust hangers

All-new tires (4)

Delivered new to Reason Buick Company of Santa Ana, California, this Jaguar is offered
following a period of climate controlled static storage and long term ownership. The vehicle is currently located with the selling dealer in Houston, Texas.

 

Sotheby's Motorsport presents this auction in partnership with the seller. This 1973 Jaguar E-Type Series III Roadster V12 4-Speed shows wear consistent with its age and low mileage according to a seller’s disclosure. Please review the entire document by clicking "Seller's Disclosure" above. 

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