Jaguar E-Type Series III V12

The Series III was the last E-Type and the only one to get Jaguar's 5.3-litre V12. This 1974 roadster has the four-speed manual gearbox, which suits the engine's smooth, torquey character. It is finished in red over black leather and shows 37,700 miles.

The car has been with the same owner since February 1980. The V5 lists four previous keepers, but the dealer says a clerical error moved it into the owner's company and back, so it has effectively had two custodians since new.

In 2000 Jaguar specialist Derek Watson of Great Longstone overhauled the V12 and fitted replacement door skins. The history file includes MOT certificates back to March 1979, along with invoices, servicing records and maintenance receipts.