2015-07-14 14:25:39 | Roy Minter writes:

Factory Hardtop included

2026-09-14 14:38:27 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1974-jaguar-e-type-open-two-seater-4BvyV4

One of the last RHD OTS examples finished in British Racing Green, with only 16 produced after it, confirmed by Heritage Certificates

In current ownership for 16 years

Featured in Malcolm Mackay's book "The Original E-Type"

Factory hardtop and Carcoon included with the sale

Maintained by marque specialists Sigma Engineering

Odometer 64,982 Miles

Engine size 5300cc

Transmission Manual, 4 speed

Steering position Right Hand Drive

Seller Type Private

Cucklington, Somerset, United Kingdom

First registered in October 1974 in the United Kingdom

In current ownership for approximately 16 years

Heritage Certificates confirm only 16 RHD OTS examples in BRG were manufactured after this car

Featured in Malcolm Mackay's book "The Original E-Type"

Maintained by Sigma Engineering

Service documents and old MOTs available

MOT exempt as a historic vehicle

64,982 miles (indicated)

Garaged and kept in a Carcoon; Carcoon included with the sale

Factory hardtop included

Woodrim lift-off steering wheel and updated headlights currently fitted; original steering wheel and headlights included with the sale

Rev counter is reported to be a bit sticky

Driver's door push button is described as a bit temperamental but works with the key

With a history of continuous care and top-notch storage, this example is clean and nicely presented, with a fine shine to its paintwork and a handsome array of chrome that contrasts very nicely. In the cabin, the upholstery carries only gentle levels of patina, while the dashboard and trim itself all looks in fine condition. 

The vendor notes that the rev counter has an intermittent sticking issue, and that the driver's door button can be a bit temperamental. Other than this, we understand that the car is a fine, reliable machine. 

The Mechanics

5,300cc V12 engine

4-speed manual transmission

Electric fan fitted and ignition updated

Popping open that handsome long-nosed bonnet reveals the much-loved Jaguar V12, beautifully kept and upgraded with an electrical fan and ignition. The Series 3 E-Type offers 272hp and a top speed peaking over 140mph. Still plenty to write home about!

It's a fine piece of hardware, and the vendor reports that this example is starting and driving well, with a sonorous soundtrack and plenty of grunt. We're sure it'll prove a thrilling buy for the car's lucky new keeper, and one that'll reward them in spades.