1974 Jaguar E-Type V12 Cabriolet - Lot 116

1974 Jaguar E-Type V12 Cabriolet Serial number: UE1S253848 French collector's registration - Engine rebuilt at Ares - Extremely rare mechanical gearbox The changes made to the 3rd series of E-Types concerned aesthetics as well as mechanical aspects (track widening), but it was above all the introduction of the 5.3-liter V12 engine that characterized this series. This block was very modern for its time, breaking with the classicism of long-stroke cast-iron 6-cylinders. Well-maintained, it proved more reliable, running remarkably smoothly and delivering powerful acceleration thanks to its 46 mkg of torque. This Jaguar Type E V12 Cabriolet was sold new in the USA in 1974. Imported into France in the early 2010s, it benefited from extensive engine work, including a complete rebuild of the cylinder heads and carburetors. The gearbox was then checked, the flywheel resurfaced and the clutch replaced by the Ares workshops. The car is in good overall condition, as evidenced by its valid MOT: the English Green paintwork, though old, remains flattering, as does the beige leather interior. Above all, this Type E V12 is equipped with a rare mechanical gearbox, further enhancing its appeal. Pleasant to drive, the V12's generous torque makes for a pleasant, hair-raising drive, to the muffled sound of the twelve cylinders. It's rare to find a Jaguar Type E V12 with a mechanical gearbox and left-hand drive, but it's even more exceptional to find one that combines maintenance and a successful test drive. 1974 Jaguar E-Type V12 Convertible Serial number: UE1S253848 French vintage vehicle registration document - Engine rebuilt at Ares - Extremely rare manual gearbox The modifications made to the third series of E-Types concerned both aesthetics and mechanics (wider track), but it was above all the introduction of the 5.3-litre V12 engine that characterised this series. This engine was very modern for its time, breaking with the classicism of the long-stroke 6-cylinder cast iron engines. Well maintained, it proved to be more reliable, offering remarkable smoothness and very powerful acceleration thanks to its 46 mkg of torque. This Jaguar E-Type V12 Convertible was sold new in the United States in 1974. Imported to France in the early 2010s, it underwent extensive engine work, including a complete overhaul of the cylinder heads and carburettors. The gearbox was then checked, the flywheel resurfaced and the clutch replaced by Ares workshops. The car is in good overall condition: the English Green paintwork, although old, remains attractive, as does its beige leather interior. Above all, this E-Type V12 is equipped with an extremely rare manual gearbox, further enhancing its appeal. Pleasant to drive, the generous torque of the V12 provides an enjoyable ride, hair blowing in the wind, to the muffled sound of the twelve cylinders. It is rare to find a Jaguar E-Type V12 with a manual gearbox and left-hand drive, but it is even more exceptional to find one that combines maintenance and a conclusive road test.