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1973 Jaguar E-type Roadster. Low Original Miles, Same Owner 25 Years, Stunning on 2040-cars

Year:1973 Mileage:58594
Location:

Cornelius, North Carolina, United States

Cornelius, North Carolina, United States
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Phone: 980.216.8550

1973 Jaguar E-type Series III V12 Roadster

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MotorCarTrader.com is excited to offer another great classic Jaguar. This truly special 1973  Jaguar E-type Roadster was owned by the same meticulous owner for about 25 years and as we understand about 15 of those years this car spent in a museum. This great Jaguar started its life manufactured on February 21 of 1973. The Silver with black interior color combination is original to this car with all matching numbers (Heritage Certificate included). The date of dispatch was March 26 of 1973.  This Jaguar E-type was originally sold new by Tink’s Auto Mart to Southwest Underwriter Insurance Compnay Inc. of Fayetteville, Arkansas on July 24 of 1973.  We do have the original metal ownership stamp with this car with original owners name and address, as well as the original owner’s trifold book, owner’s operating and service handbook, original automobile logbook and shop manual. This is certainly one of the cleanest original Series III cars available and that we have ever seen.  

In addition, to being a great original car, this car is mechanically sound and one of the best driving E-type Series III cars available. The previous owner spent over $20,000 once the car came out of the museum ( it was sitting for a while) to make this car an excellent driver. He did drive and enjoy the car, which makes these cars very happy. The oil pressure at hot idle (once warm) is excellent at 40 pounds. The compression is also excellent of 130 to 135 across ALL 12 cylinders. It is easy to drive and shifts with no noises in any of the gears with a good feel on the clutch. Furthermore, the car steers with ease and has plenty of power. The ride is very nice and it handles extremely tight. All switches work and gauges are functioning properly as well. This car was repainted at one time (in the original color) and the paint looks beautiful. The car was driven carefully. The paint is not brand new, but still excellent on this car. This Jaguar does not show any signs of accidents or of ever being disassembled which is great for any Jaguar e-type to maintain the original feel of driving and structure.  The interior on this etype is original and one of the nicest keep original interiors we have seen on a Jaguar E-type.

More info on this Jaguar:

  • Only 58,594 original miles.
  • The cloth top and top boot cover looks like it was replaced at some point.
  • Included is the original jack and hammer with the car.
  • All chrome is excellent including the chrome wire wheels and spare wire wheel.
  • There is rust on this car anywhere. The spare tire compartment is in clean original condition with no rust and original padding and insulation.
  • A brand new stainless steel complete exhaust system has been installed.
  • The underside and floors are in excellent original condition with no rust.
  • The AC compressor is newer and the AC blows very cold.  

    Overall: This is a very nice Jaguar E-type Series III Roadster. It is wonderful driver and can be driven anywhere. Lastly, it is one of the more attractive Jaguar E-type Roadsters to be found. Jaguar E-type V12 cars are very hard to find in this original type condition, which have not been abused or “restored” or abused. This is a great and special investment car with excellent history which matches its gorgeous overall condition.    


    This automobile is available for inspection in Cornelius, NC and by appointment only. All cars sold “AS IS” with no warranty stated or implied with all faults and imperfections. No allowance will be given for any of the cars imperfections. Please read all terms as listed below, so you as a potential buyer understand the sale terms. International Buyers Welcome. If you have any questions please email us at:

    CLICK HERE TO EMAIL ME or at marc@motorcartrader.com or contact me at 980.216.8550


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    At MotorCarTrader.com, LLC our sole focus is to buy and sell quality Classic Cars. We our cars offered for sale and they have great ownership history and/or have been restored well. What separates MotorCarTrader.com is that we have a passion for these Classic Sports Cars, have nearly 20 years experience buying and selling these great cars.  In addition, we know our cars well and they all have a great story. We are not brokers and only buy cars that meet our high standards of quality, history, strong mechanicals and excellent driving enjoyment. We also take the time to invest and make these cars right to drive and enjoy.  Thanks for looking at our great cars for sale and if you have any questions please let us know.

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  • If a mutually agreeable price has been established the buyer is responsible for shipping costs, and all applicable taxes.
  • A 10% deposit is due immediately and full payment must be received within 7 days after the auction has closed. All inspections must be done before or during this time.
  • Please only serious interest on this vehicle.
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  • This car is available for sale locally as well, so we reserve the right to cancel the auction if the car is sold.
  • Motorcartrader.com, LLC is the owner of this car and it does have clear title.
  • Cars are available for viewing and inspection, by appointment to serious parties. It is the buyer’s responsibility to do all research, inspections and decision-making regarding these vehicles to verify condition and authenticity. In addition to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. In other words please make sure you are comfortable with the car, its condition and sure the car is right for you before participating in the auction.
  • These cars are classic automobiles and are sold “AS IS” with no warranty stated or implied or written. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfections, defects or damage. They are not new and most cases older than 40 years old. They should be driven, maintained and treated as classics. All sales are FINAL.
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