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Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12Photography coming soon
The E-Type's final form — a silky V12 in the most beautiful car ever made. Enzo Ferrari called it the most beautiful car he'd ever seen.
History
The Series 3 introduced Jaguar's legendary V12 engine, the same unit that would power Le Mans winners. Wider and more comfortable than the earlier cars, it was the grand touring E-Type, trading raw sports car edge for effortless cruising ability.
Production & Heritage
Production Total15,287
DesignerMalcolm Sayer / William Heynes
Production Period1971–1975
Estimated Value$70K–$150K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine5.3L V12 (7S)
Power272 hp @ 5,850 rpm
Torque412 Nm
0–60 mph6.4 sec
Top Speed241 km/h
Transmission4-speed manual or 3-speed automatic
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,535 kg
BodySteel monocoque
Engine Details
Engine Code7S
Displacement5.3L (5,343 cc)
Bore x Stroke90 x 70 mm
Compression9.0:1
Valves2 per cylinder (24 total)
Fuel SystemFour Zenith-Stromberg carburetors
Performance
0–100 km/h6.8 sec
0–60 mph6.4 sec
Top Speed241 km/h
Weight-to-Power5.6 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,683 mm
Width1,676 mm
Height1,226 mm
Wheelbase2,667 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, torsion bar, anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionLower wishbone, driveshaft as upper link, coil springs
Front BrakesVentilated disc (Girling)
Rear BrakesDisc (Girling, inboard mounted)
SteeringRack and pinion, power-assisted
TiresE70 VR15
Capacity
Fuel Tank82 L
Doors2
Seats2
Source: auto-data.net, jaguarheritage.com
