272 bhp, 5,343 cc DOHC V-12 engine, four-speed all-synchromesh transmission, independent front suspension with semi-trailing wishbones, torsion bars, telescopic shock absorbers, and anti-roll bar, independent rear suspension with lower transverse tubular links, radius rods, universally jointed half-shafts, twin coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers, and four-wheel Girling disc brakes. Wheelbase: 105 in.

• Rare manual gearbox-equipped Series III E-Type

• Concours-condition interior, superb chrome, and overall nice body

• JDHT Certificate Number 36380

• Maintenance performed by a well-known Dutch Jaguar specialist

Jaguar ran its first V-12 automobile engine in 1964. After years of testing and development, the company introduced its first production V-12 to the market in 1971. The new 5.3-litre V-12 was the first mass-produced V-12 to come to market in over 20 years and Jaguar’s first new engine since the début of the post-war XK120 in 1948. The production engine, however, did not fit into the two-seat E-Type coupé, so the new motor was offered in roadster and 2+2 configurations only, with both sharing the longer 2,667 mm wheelbase chassis of the former 2+2 body introduced in 1966. Jaguar widened the front and rear track to accommodate the bigger and more powerful motor, which also necessitated a longer hood and chassis with a bigger air intake and grille. Flared wheel arches accommodate larger tyres and wheels.

The new Jag’s début was at the New York Auto Show on 25 March 1971. Known to aficionados as a Series III, the V-12 was offered from 1971–1975. During the four-year production run, a total of 15,287 examples were produced, including 1,718 roadsters in 1972. Painted a classic combination of Old English White over dark blue hides, this lovely E-Type is wearing the colour scheme with which it was born, as confirmed by the Jaguar Heritage Certificate. It is fitted with chrome wire wheels and a rare four-speed manual gearbox. It was manufactured on 11 April 1972. While it was fitted with a new interior some years ago, the leather is of high quality and concours condition. The owner describes it as a “fantastic running car” with superb chrome and a fantastic body without any dents or scratches. All maintenance and work on this car has been previously performed by a well-known Netherlands Jaguar specialist. It is currently registered in the Netherlands and comes with a recent MoT.