2026-06-17 10:57:21 | pauls writes:

Car now at auction in the UK

www.tradeclassics.com/auctions/jaguar/1971-jaguar-e-type-series-3-roadster-2/

1971 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 Roadster

Modified Car | V12 Racing Engine | Significant Upgrades | Mapped Performance

Mileage~72,322 on clock

Transmission5-Speed Medatronics Gearbox

Engine 6.0L V12

First UK Reg. Date 18.08.1994

CC 6.0-litre

Mileage ~72,322 on clock

History Present

Colour Grey

Interior Colour Black

Interior Trim Leather

Chassis # 1S71025

Restored Yes

Engine Rebuild Yes - Rob Beere Racing

MOT No. Exempt

MOT Exempt Yes

Road Tax Exempt Yes

HPi Clear Yes - All Clear

Owned ~35 years

Key Feature Modified Car

Vehicle Registration MCY 105J

Driver’s Side Left

Location Ross-on-Wye

This example comes to market following an incredible ~35 years of ownership. On the outside, it may look like a standard Series 3 Roadster, but the differences become apparent the moment it fires into life and the bonnet is lifted. Beneath sits a high-performance, big-valve 6.0-litre engine built by Rob Beere Racing, paired with a five-speed Medatronics gearbox and featuring mapped ignition timing with MSD 6A digital ignition control.

Peter, the owner, has invested a considerable amount of time, money and dedication into making this example as good as it could possibly be, whilst retaining the E-Type’s timeless good looks.

While working in the States, Peter purchased this car in the early 1990s. Originally built as a 2+2 coupé, it has since been converted into a roadster. He enjoyed using the car extensively across the United States and was often found driving along the iconic Highway 1 to Los Angeles and touring the Napa Valley.

Peter moved back to the UK in 1991 and re-imported the car. Prior to shipping it home, the car was professionally rust-proofed by Ziebart. Peter spent much of his working life overseas on various projects and, while away, dedicated meticulous time to researching ways to improve the E-Type even further. Between 2008 and 2015, he entrusted the work to CMC Bridgnorth due to their renowned workmanship and service.

Some of the mechanical upgrades include a high-performance big-valve 6.0-litre engine built by Rob Beere Racing Ltd, improved induction via six IDF 40 Weber carburettors and a custom air intake, a stainless-steel gas-flowed exhaust manifold and AJ6 Engineering extractor exhaust system, mapped ignition timing with MSD 6A digital ignition control, an oil cooler with spin-on oil filter, a five-speed Medatronics JT5 gearbox conversion, a 2.88:1 differential, a re-cored radiator with twin Kenlowe electric fans and silicone hose kit.

Peter has found himself using the car less in recent years due to other demands on his time and feels its potential is being wasted. He says it deserves to be used more, and hopes someone will take on the challenge.

As you can see, Peter has invested a considerable amount of time, money and dedication into making this example as good as it could possibly be, whilst retaining the E-Type’s timeless good looks.

This example is fitted with Minilite-style 16-inch wheels, which appear to be in great condition overall. Peter notes that he particularly likes their appearance and chose to fit them, as the original wire wheels would be at the limit of the car’s power output.

The wheels are fitted with Toyo Proxes on the front and back, dated 2009/2010 they appear to be in good visual condition, with a good amount of tread remaining and no visible cracking on the outside walls.

The bodywork appears to be in great overall condition, with panel gaps aligning visually well around the car.

There are, however, some minor age-related marks including some very light blemishes. Notable areas include a small mark to the front bonnet near the nearside headlight, a very small area of bubbling around the offside front arch, and a small mark to the nearside front arch which has been touched up in the past.

Finished in a lovely grey, the paintwork presents in good condition with even colour and coverage across all panels. We did notice a very small area of chipping along the drivers side door edge.

The glass is in good condition for the car’s age - during our visit we didn’t notice any obvious cracks or discolouration.

The window seals appear good and consistent with the overall condition of the car.

Peter reports having a full leather interior fitted by BAS ltd in 2014. The black leather seats, have retained their shape well over the years, with only very light creasing.

The door cards and carpets present in a similar manner, showing consistent condition throughout the interior.

Dashboard

The dashboard in this Series 3 shows no major damage or scuffs during our visit.

The odometer displayed ~72,322 miles at the time of consignment.

The Jaguar 'Mota Lita' leather steering wheel was in great condition.

The gear selector also looked in good shape too, both consistent with the restoration of the car.