1971 Jaguar E-Type Series V12 4 Speed 2+2 Coupe Silver Air Conditioning Restored

1971 Jaguar XKE 2+2 Coupe Restored V12 5.3L 4 Speed

Matching numbers factory original engine and gear box

This Jag has had a correct ground up restoration completed by XKS Motorsports in San Luis Obispo California. The body was finished in a Porsche Silver that looks stunning on this Big Cat. Upgraded performance options such as shocks have added.

Incredible workmanship in both mechanics as well as body and paint are award winning level. Exterior bumpers, molding and trim have all be re-chromed to show quality.

Interior and Exterior as well as engine rebuild was completed on 2014. Since the completed the car has been driven less than 5K miles here in Southern California. The fit and finish on this 52 year old Jaguar is extremely nice including gaps, hood, doors, rear window etc.

Current ownership dates back to 1990 when the car was purchased from the 2nd owner. This Jaguar XKE has been well cared for by previous owners and it shows.

The Jaguar E-Type Series III introduced the V12 5.3 Litre engine to the model. This raised the car’s appeal on paper by having much more exotic specification. Jaguar called it the “Ultimate Cat” and advertised the car’s inherent smoothness and absence of engine noise.

Both the Coupe and Roadster were built on the longer 2+2 chassis. This model sports the Moss 4 Speed manual gear box with Moss synchromesh.

Weighing in at 680 lbs (300 kgs) the small block V12 displaced 5.3 liters and produced 314 horsepower. It was an all-new sohc V12 utilizing four Stromberg carburetors.

Much of the E-Type structure had to change to accommodate the new V12 including widening of the engine subframes and a wider track. This included using the Saloon rear subframe assembly which added 3.25 inches of track.

Visually the car had a new eggcrate grill, wheel arch flares, four exhaust tips. Mechanical upgrades included larger brake discs and a larger fuel tank.

Gear Box = Moss 4 speed manual with synchromesh

Compression = 9.0:1

Front Suspension = Wishbones w/Torsion Bars, Hydrualic Telescopic Dampers

Rear Suspension = Half Shafts w/Transverse Links, Twin Coil Springs, Hydrualic Telescopic Dampers

Steering = Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist

Gear Ratios = 2.93:1, 1.90:1, 1.39:1, 1.00:1

Front and Rear Disc Brakes

Fuel Capacity = 18 Gallons

This 1971 Jaguar is driven at least once a month and has had regular service and maintenance preformed over the last 33 years by same owner. Air Conditioning blows cold air + wipers and lights all work as designed. Factory Gauges all function properly. There is an aftermarket AM/FM radio that works and an after market Lecarra Steering wheel. Original Factory un-restored steering wheels comes with the car.Current odometer reading is 13,774 miles.Large folder of files, documents and receipts from the restoration accompany this extraordinary European sports car to the next owner.

Production of the Series III coupe reached 7,299 cars makes this an extremely rare British Sports car in this restored condition in 2023.

Clear California Title and current California DMV registration comes with this vehicle.

Call or Text Greg 951.348.5794 for more info

California Classic Car is NOT a dealership, we represent only vehicles we have personally inspected and evaluated.

You Tube video and pictures you see in this listing are the actual condition of the vehicle. There is NO WARRANTY expressed or implied on any vehicles.

We have access to exclusive Southern California Classic car collections.No Tax, No Fees, No Hassles. We do not finance or accept personal checks. California Classic Car in Murrieta California has 5 Star Google Ratings from buyers and sellers alike. Please take a minute to check out our 18 year 100% ebay feedback rating.

Transport Assistance can be coordinated to all lower 48 States at approx .65 cents per mile open Carrier from zip code 92595.

Enclosed transport assistance is also available at approx $1.49 cents per mile.

California transport may be slightly higher based on fuel and other state regulations and fees.

Buyer will be directly responsible for Shipping contract between the transport company and buyer. Buyer will also be solely responsible for making payment directly to transport company outside of the actual eBay vehicle purchase agreement. California Classic Car is will ensure vehicles are loaded onto transport truck at time of pickup.

951.348.5794

PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS: $500“NON REFUNDABLE”DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED Within 24 Hours ON “BUY IT NOW” or “BEST OFFER ACCEPTED” + FULL BALANCE REQUIRED WITHIN 5 BUSINESS DAYS OF END OF AUCTION. FORMS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED: CASH IN PERSON or EFT BANK WIRE. CALL 951.348.5794 FOR PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS & PICK UP TRANSPORT. VEHICLE IS SOLD AS IS WHERE IS WITH NO WARRANTY.

ALL ITEMS LISTED ARE ACCURATE AT TIME OF LISTING.

BUYER TAKES OWNERSHIP AT THE MINUTE VEHICLE IS LOADED ON TRANSPORT VEHICLE or AS SOON AS ITS DRIVEN ONTO SURFACE STREET after FULL PAYMENT is Received ...Call 951.348.5794