2014-07-15 04:12:11 | XKE Data writes:

The record was updated:

2015-05-04 15:54:46 | XKE Data writes:

The record was updated:

2005-02-21 11:58:29 | John P Young writes:

Total restoration by English Cars of Distinction Sept 90.
Replaced Carbs with SU's March 02. Magnolia Leather. Walnut Dash.4 Pot calipers.
Owned since 23 July 1990.
Many miles of fun touring all over Europe. Will never sell.

2014-07-14 19:39:12 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 7/14
www.silverstoneauctions.com/jaguar-e-type-v12-roadster

Auction description:
Silverstone Classic Sale
1973 Jaguar E-Type V12 Roadster
Lot No.: 643
Registration: GGB178N
Chassis Number: 1S2484BW
Engine Number: 7S13450SA
Number of cylinders: 12
CC: 5300cc
Year of Manufacture: 1973
Estimate (£): 64,000 - 68,000

This original Series III Roadster was built on 10th October 1973 and first registered on 1st November 1974 by Gibbons in Scotland and has been with its present owner since 23rd July 1990. A complete bare metal restoration took place in September 1990 by English Cars of Distinction. The body retained its original colour of Primrose Yellow but the trim was replaced with cream leather and dark brown carpets and mohair hood. The dashboard was also replaced with walnut veneer and a wooden steering wheel fitted to match. The original cockpit instrumentation and switchgear were retained. There are pictures in the history file of the car completely stripped to bare metal and many more detailing the restoration process. In addition, the engine had a complete bottom end rebuild with main and big end bearings, timing chain and piston rings rebuilt. This was carried out at 50,500 miles and was carried out by Mill Lane Engineering of Aldershot.

Mechanical components have had numerous upgrades and improvements including stainless steel exhaust manifolds, 4 x SU carburetors, Harvey Bailey handling kit, four pot calipers, aviation spec fuel pump, Koni shock absorbers, re wire and removal of the old emission control system and in June 2014 the gearbox seals were renewed and the torque converter tested. This E-Type has been treasured by its current private owner and a large history file details all expenditure carried out since the 1990s. Reading a believed genuine 78,950 miles from new, this car is presented in one of the very best colour combinations and is finished to a great specification. Any inspection is welcome and buyer's should be aware that the matching micro car pictured is available by separate negotiation.

2015-05-01 20:08:21 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 5/15
www.coys.co.uk/auction.php

Car to be at auction 5/15
Lot 259 - 1973 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 Roadster
Estimate: £55,000 - £65,000
Registration Number: GGB 178N
Chassis Number: 152484BW

This stunning primrose yellow V12 roadster was built on 10th October 1973 and first registered on 1st November 1974 by Gibbons, Scotland. Subject to a bare metal restoration in 1990 the car benefitted from a new aluminium hand made bonnet by CMC. The bodywork , chassis and paintwork still remain in resplendent order. The sumptuous cream leather interior is in similarly excellent condition.

In addition, the engine had a complete bottom end rebuild with main and big end bearings, timing chain and piston rings rebuilt. This was carried out at 50,500 miles and was carried out by Mill Lane Engineering of Aldershot. The automatic transmission also functions excellently. The car also benefits from numerous upgrades- 4 x SU carburettors, Harvey Bailey handling kit, four pot callipers, aviation spec fuel pump, Koni shock absorbers, re wire and removal of the old emission control system and in June 2014 the gearbox seals were renewed and the torque converter tested.

Rarely are right hand drive V12 roadsters offered to the market in such condition. Don't miss your chance to own this one reading a believed genuine 78,000 miles from new.