For Sale: 1973 Jaguar E-Type in Bennington, Vermont for sale in Bennington, VT
Vehicle Description 1973 Jaguar XKE Series III Roadster 4 speed manual - only 3 owners over 51 years rare Azure Blue in beautiful combination w/ Biscuit leather interior - Straight up - pictures do NOT do justice to how gorgeous the car is in person.
One of only 6100 or so built (acc.
To my research).
Azure Blue with Biscuit Leather interior.
Jaguar offered this brilliant color blue (sky blue essentially) for only two Model yrs - 1973 and 1974.
The five-digit odometer shows 57,600 miles.
The first owner, a Canadian, had the car until 2012, at which time it went to the (next) second owner, a Georgian (now in Florida), who spent a lot of time (and money) wonderfully refurbishing the car to its original standard.
Car is rust and accident-free solid body, as per detailed independent inspection by a respected local restoration shop in Manassas, Virginia some months ago.
The 5.
3-liter V12 was factory equipped with quadruple Zenith-Stromberg carburetors and was rated at 241 horsepower and 285 lb.
-ft of torque when new.
Engine operates perfectly with no issues, and everything works except radio.
No A/C.
Under previous ownership the engine, transmission, carburetors and related were completely rebuilt.
The electrical system has been completely modernized to include electronic ignition.
Car was repainted in 2004, and fresh clear coat was re-applied to the exterior in 2020.
Other than two 1 inch minor scratches, the paint is flawless.
Weatherstripping and door handles were replaced in 2020.
In Dec 2023, every accessible hinge, latch and pivot point was meticulously serviced and lubricated.
Chrome finished 15 Wire wheels are spotless and pristine.
Braking is through four-wheel discs.
Clutch was recently evaluated and is in excellent shape.
Four new Kumho Solus TA11 tires were installed circa early 2019.
The interior was re-trimmed in tan leather upholstery, new foam, and a color-coordinated soft-top was also installed.
Tonneau cover is in pristine condition as well.
Additional equipment includes quad exhaust outlets, knock-off wire wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, power steering, a louvered front-hinged hood, European-style bumpers, a heater, and a push-button AM/FM pushbutton radio (not functional).
Dashboard and door panels in excellent condition.
Both doors close completely and without issue.
Original carpeting in excellent condition along with original trunk lining.
Comes with original jack, tools, hammer and hub Knock-off tool.
Spare tire is dated and has pristine wire wheel.
Newer stainless steel exhaust system with Quad exhaust outlets.
All chrome is in excellent condition.
The Production Record Trace Certificate lists manufacturing date of June 8th, 1973 in original color combination and matching numbers engine and body.
Comes with 3 keys, comprehensive service records spanning 20 years, the aforementioned tools, original Owners manuals, a Jaguar-published Service Manual, and a Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate.
The car has a clean Virginia Title in the Owner's name.
In addition, numerous small parts convey as well.
A beautiful example and super-fun driver, verging on Concours level quality -.
One of only 6100 or so built (acc.
To my research).
Azure Blue with Biscuit Leather interior.
Jaguar offered this brilliant color blue (sky blue essentially) for only two Model yrs - 1973 and 1974.
The five-digit odometer shows 57,600 miles.
The first owner, a Canadian, had the car until 2012, at which time it went to the (next) second owner, a Georgian (now in Florida), who spent a lot of time (and money) wonderfully refurbishing the car to its original standard.
Car is rust and accident-free solid body, as per detailed independent inspection by a respected local restoration shop in Manassas, Virginia some months ago.
The 5.
3-liter V12 was factory equipped with quadruple Zenith-Stromberg carburetors and was rated at 241 horsepower and 285 lb.
-ft of torque when new.
Engine operates perfectly with no issues, and everything works except radio.
No A/C.
Under previous ownership the engine, transmission, carburetors and related were completely rebuilt.
The electrical system has been completely modernized to include electronic ignition.
Car was repainted in 2004, and fresh clear coat was re-applied to the exterior in 2020.
Other than two 1 inch minor scratches, the paint is flawless.
Weatherstripping and door handles were replaced in 2020.
In Dec 2023, every accessible hinge, latch and pivot point was meticulously serviced and lubricated.
Chrome finished 15 Wire wheels are spotless and pristine.
Braking is through four-wheel discs.
Clutch was recently evaluated and is in excellent shape.
Four new Kumho Solus TA11 tires were installed circa early 2019.
The interior was re-trimmed in tan leather upholstery, new foam, and a color-coordinated soft-top was also installed.
Tonneau cover is in pristine condition as well.
Additional equipment includes quad exhaust outlets, knock-off wire wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, power steering, a louvered front-hinged hood, European-style bumpers, a heater, and a push-button AM/FM pushbutton radio (not functional).
Dashboard and door panels in excellent condition.
Both doors close completely and without issue.
Original carpeting in excellent condition along with original trunk lining.
Comes with original jack, tools, hammer and hub Knock-off tool.
Spare tire is dated and has pristine wire wheel.
Newer stainless steel exhaust system with Quad exhaust outlets.
All chrome is in excellent condition.
The Production Record Trace Certificate lists manufacturing date of June 8th, 1973 in original color combination and matching numbers engine and body.
Comes with 3 keys, comprehensive service records spanning 20 years, the aforementioned tools, original Owners manuals, a Jaguar-published Service Manual, and a Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate.
The car has a clean Virginia Title in the Owner's name.
In addition, numerous small parts convey as well.
A beautiful example and super-fun driver, verging on Concours level quality -.
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