2026-03-28 13:01:42 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 3/26

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1975-jaguar-e-type-series-3-53-v12-convertible-8G ...

Auction description:

1975 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 5.3 V12 Convertible

Colour Red

Odometer 55,027 Kilometres

Engine size 5343cc

Transmission Automatic, 3 speed

Steering position Left Hand Drive

Seller Type Trade

Lorraine, France

Example according to European specifications

Currently in possession since 2012

Corresponding serial numbers confirmed

Last Contrôle Technique carried out in July 2012

This example of 1975 European specifications is presented in red with a beige leather interior, and has been with its current owner since 2012. Originally finished in green, the car has since been repainted to its current red shade, which the seller describes as attractive, although a few blisters around the sills are noted for transparency. The beige leather interior is reported to be in very good condition, and the seller describes the car as magnificent overall. 

Mechanically, we are told the car is in excellent shape, with the V12 and the three-speed automatic transmission proving to be smooth. With matching numbers and a current MOT certificate, this Series 3 roadster presents an appealing opportunity.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1975

Purchased by the current owner in 2012

Last Contrôle Technique carried out in July 2012, certificate available

Corresponding serial numbers confirmed

Registration document supplied

55,027 kilometres displayed on the odometer (not verified)

Handwritten maintenance log included, showing a service in September 2024 

Extensive history file

The Condition

Originally finished in green, now presented in red

Beige soft-top

15-inch wire wheels with red Jaguar centre caps, fitted with Dunlop SP Sport tyres

Rear rack

Beige leather interior with black dashboard

Three-spoke wooden Moto-Lita steering wheel

Smiths gauges

Kienzle analogue clock

Clarion stereo upgraded

Jaguar Drivers’ Club International ‘E’ Type Day 20th anniversary plaque on the centre console dated July 1981

Germany Jaguar Association windscreen sticker

Four exhaust outlets

GAZ dampers

Space-saver spare wheel and hardtop cover supplied

The red paint is described as attractive by the seller, although a few blisters around the sills are noted

The bodywork is rated by the seller as very good with only minor imperfections and signs of wear

Beige leather interior reported as being in very good condition 

The Mechanics

5.3-litre V12, 272 bhp, 304 lb-ft torque, CDI, injection

Three-speed automatic transmission

Mechanical condition rated by the seller as “as new”

Reported as driving very well with smooth gear changes