THE CLASSIS SALE AT CARFEST 29th & 30th August 2026

13 + buyer’s premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) • The Series 3 arrived in 1971 as the final and most muscular evolution of Malcolm Sayer’s E-Type, its flagship 2+2 fixed head coupé bringing a V12 engine and a longer wheelbase for genuine four-seat practicality • This home market example, finished in Silver with a black leather interior and a factory-fitted sliding sunroof, was delivered new by Henlys Jaguar of London on 26/10/1971 and shows just six owners from new, including former professional golfer and television presenter, Peter Alliss • Power comes from the 5.3-litre V12, factory-fitted with an automatic gearbox before being upgraded in period to the more desirable manual transmission •While subject to a documented restoration in 1990, a comprehensive recommissioning was carried out in July 2020 by Butlin & Sons, respected E-Type specialists, covering the exhaust, cooling and fuel systems, brakes and tyres. Further work followed in March 2025 with Ed Watson & Co, including a full service, a rebuilt cooling system and an overhauled steering rack with the odometer currently displaying 27,408 miles • The history file includes detailed invoices from both specialists totalling in excess of £12,000, along with MOT Certificates dating back to 1987 • In conclusion, offered here is a well-sorted and attractive E-Type in it’s final Series 3 form with the desirable combination of a sonorous V12 and manual gearbox A manual-gearbox, 1971 E-Type Series 3 V12 2+2, recommissioned by marque specialists, in a smart colour combination and with golf celebrity provenance. Registration: 2885 MC Chassis No.: 1S50285BW Estimate: £40,000 - £50,000 Specialist: Alex Lucocq Telephone No: 07739 344627 Lot 771 1971 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Coupé - Manual Seller Rating: 96 / 135 ««««¶ More Details Lot 771 Bid On Lot 771