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1971 Jaguar E-Type

$94,994

Vehicle Details

Make

Jaguar

Model

E-Type

Year

1971

Mileage

43,500 miles

VIN

1R12883

Body Type

Convertible

Transmission

Manual

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

4.2 6 CYLINDER

Description

1971 Jaguar E-Type Roadster For Sale
Rotisserie Restored * 5-Speed Tremec * Upgraded Cooling * Period-Correct 4.2L Engine * Stunning Red over Black
Offered for sale is this absolutely stunning 1971 Jaguar E-Type Roadster, the recipient of a meticulous bare-metal rotisserie restoration completed to an exceptionally high standard. Showing just 44,500 kilometers (27,651 Miles), this beautiful E-Type has traveled less than 500 kilometers since its comprehensive restoration and is ready to be driven and enjoyed. Finished in gorgeous Red over a Black interior, this iconic British sports car combines timeless Series II styling with carefully selected upgrades that enhance drivability while preserving its classic character.

Power comes from a period-correct 4.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine sourced from a 1967 Jaguar E-Type, replacing the original engine with an equally desirable and era- correct powerplant. The engine is paired with a brand-new Tremec T-5 five-speed manual transmission, providing improved performance, smoother shifting, and relaxed highway cruising over the factory gearbox. To improve reliability, the cooling system has been upgraded with a dual electric fan aluminum radiator, making this E-Type far more enjoyable in modern driving conditions.

The restoration was completed with incredible attention to detail and is supported by tens of thousands of dollars in receipts, documenting the extensive work performed. Restoration & Mechanical Highlights
This Jaguar has benefited from numerous new components and upgrades, including:
Bare-metal rotisserie restoration
Period-correct 4.2L Jaguar inline-six engine
Brand-new Tremec T-5 five-speed manual transmission
Upgraded aluminum radiator with dual electric cooling fans
Electronic ignition
Stainless steel exhaust system
New wire wheels
New tires
New convertible top
Completely new interior
New shock absorbers
Rebuilt carburetors
New water pump
New brake servo
New master cylinder
New ball joints
New tie rods
New brake components
New ignition wires and spark plugs
New battery
New hoses
Numerous additional mechanical replacements and upgrades
Everything is reported to function exactly as it should, with no known issues and nothing left to be done. Condition
The body, paint, chrome, and trim present beautifully, reflecting the quality of the restoration.

The interior has been completely renewed with fresh upholstery and materials, creating a showroom-quality cabin that perfectly complements the striking red exterior. Mechanically, the car is equally impressive. The upgraded drivetrain provides a driving experience that is both engaging and reliable, while retaining the unmistakable sound and character that has made the Jaguar E-Type one of the most celebrated sports cars ever built.

Summary
Widely regarded as one of the most beautiful automobiles ever produced, the Jaguar E-Type continues to be one of the most collectible British sports cars in the world. This exceptional example combines a comprehensive rotisserie restoration with carefully chosen upgrades-including a Tremec five-speed transmission, upgraded aluminum cooling system, and electronic ignition-to create a car that is equally at home on the show field or the open road. Finished in stunning Red over Black, supported by extensive restoration documentation, and requiring nothing but a new owner, this 1971 Jaguar E-Type Roadster represents an outstanding opportunity to own one of Britain's greatest automotive icons.

For Sale By Owner Located In Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada B4N 2K7
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Trim: Roadster For Sale
Options: Premium Sound System, Leather Interior Surface

Classic Jaguar E-Type Buyer's Guide

Full guide

Sarah Whitfield

Pre-War Classics

1961–1974

~5 min read

Updated Apr 2026

Definitive buyer's guide for classic Jaguar E-Type 1961-1974. Series 1, 2, and V12 generations, monocoque rust hotspots, XK6 and V12 engine identification, and Jaguar Heritage Trust documentation.

This guide covers

✓ 10-point inspection checklist

✓ Common issues & what to avoid

✓ In-person inspection guide

✓ Market pricing by year & condition

✓ 5 FAQs answered

✓ History & fun facts

Read the Full E-Type Buyer's Guide

Jaguar E-Type Market Overview

Based on 17 Jaguar E-Type listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

Listed Now

$81,996

Avg. Asking Price

1962–1974

Year Range

Price Position on Our Site — Above Average

This car: $94,994

Low: $22,000 High: $200,995

Transmission Distribution

Automatic 6%

Manual 76% ◄

Condition Distribution

Excellent 12%

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Classic Jaguar E-Type Buyer's Guide

When Enzo Ferrari called the Jaguar E-Type "the most beautiful car ever made" at its 1961 Geneva debut, he was acknowledging what every observer of post-war automotive design has had to concede: this is one of the rare cars that achieves genuine sculpture in production form. Across thirteen years and three series (1961-1974), the E-Type combined competition-derived monocoque construction, the legendary XK6 inline-six (and later the V12), and an aesthetic so confident that the original Series 1 cars are now permanent fixtures of the Museum of Modern Art's design collection. For collectors entering the E-Type market today, the appeal is genuine — but the structural and mechanical pitfalls are equally genuine, and require careful navigation.

What to Check Before Buying

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Order Jaguar Heritage Certificate ($200) — Available from Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust via chassis number. Confirms original engine, gearbox, color, options, delivery.

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Verify engine number against Heritage Certificate — XK6 stamped on flat pad on right side of block. V12 stamped on bell housing. Mismatch = significant value reduction.

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Inspect inner sills under doors — From underneath car with strong flashlight and mirror. Most critical structural rust point on monocoque body.

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Lift carpet and check floor pans — Both driver and passenger sides. Floor pans rot from underneath; patch panels welded over rust = future failure.

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Inspect rear hatch frame (coupes) — Lift carpet in rear cargo area of fixed-head coupes. Critical structural rust point invisible from outside.

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Magnet test bonnet around headlight buckets — Body filler is non-magnetic. Bonnet rust at headlight buckets is universal on driver-quality cars.

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Verify covered headlights on Series 1 — Series 1 only feature glass-covered headlights. Replacement assemblies available but costly to source.

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Test triple SU carburetor synchronization — Should idle smoothly at 700-800 rpm and pull cleanly through rev range. Out-of-sync carbs cause running issues.

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Compression test all six cylinders (XK6) — Should read 145-175 PSI uniformly. Variance >15% = head gasket or worn rings.

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Test all electrical and Lucas systems — Original Lucas wiring is brittle. SU electric fuel pumps fail; replace with modern Facet pumps as preventive maintenance.

Common Issues

E-Type rust is the structural killer for any car that has lived in salt-belt or coastal climates. The monocoque body construction means rust isn't merely cosmetic — it's structural. Critical rust zones include the inner sills (under the door frames), the floor pans, the rear hatch frame on coupes, the front bonnet (especially around the headlight buckets), the rear bulkhead behind the seats, and the tail panel. Series 1 cars are particularly vulnerable because they pre-date any galvanization or rust-proofing protocols. Mechanically, the XK6 inline-six (3.8L on 1961-1964 cars, 4.2L on 1965-1971 cars) is exceptionally durable when maintained. The triple SU carburetors require careful synchronization but work brilliantly when set up correctly. The Moss four-speed gearbox (1961-1964) is non-synchronized on first gear and feels archaic; the all-synchromesh four-speed (1965+) is dramatically better. The V12 (1971-1974) is the more controversial engine — magnificent when running correctly, but expensive to maintain and prone to overheating in stop-and-go traffic. Electrical issues are the well-known Lucas concerns: original wiring is brittle, the SU electric fuel pumps fail (replace with modern Facet pumps as preventive maintenance), and the dashboard gauges read inconsistently. Original Lucas distributors with mechanical advance can be rebuilt to better-than-new specification by specialists, but ignition systems on neglected cars are a common source of running problems.

What to Look For

Jaguar Heritage Trust documentation is the gold-standard verification for any E-Type. The Heritage Certificate ($200 from the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust) confirms the original specification of the car: chassis number, engine number, gearbox number, paint color, interior color, and delivery destination. For any E-Type priced over $80,000, the Heritage Certificate is essential. Monocoque structural inspection is the first non-negotiable. Lift the carpet at the driver and passenger footwells. Inspect the inner sills with a flashlight from underneath the car (particularly difficult to see — bring a mechanic's mirror). Inspect the rear hatch frame on coupes (lift the carpet in the rear cargo area). Inspect the front bulkhead and the rear bulkhead. Perforation in any of these areas is structural and expensive — proper repair on an E-Type with significant structural rust runs $30,000-$80,000. Engine and gearbox number verification is the second-tier authentication. The XK6 engine number is stamped on a flat pad on the right side of the block (passenger side on left-hand-drive cars). The V12 engine number is stamped on the bell housing. Cross-reference both against the Heritage Certificate. Matching numbers (chassis, engine, gearbox, body) is essential for any E-Type priced over $120,000. Series 1 cars (especially flat-floor 1961-1962 cars and outside-bonnet-latch cars) command significant premiums when fully matching-numbers. Cars with replacement engines or gearboxes should be priced 20-35% below comparable matching-numbers examples. For flat-floor cars (1961-1962), verify the original specification details: outside bonnet latches, welted seats, and external bonnet hinges. These details add 15-25% premium when present and original.

Price Guide

Series 1 (1961-1968) is the most desirable E-Type generation. Driver-quality 4.2L Series 1 roadsters run $120,000-$220,000. Flat-floor 1961-1962 cars (the rarest production variant): $220,000-$420,000 for documented examples. Documented Series 1 coupes are dramatically more affordable than equivalent roadsters — $95,000-$160,000 for solid drivers, with the trade-off being slightly less practical interior space. Series 2 (1968-1971) cars are the bargain entry into E-Type ownership. Federal regulations brought taller, less-attractive bumpers, larger taillights, and emissions-restricted engines. Driver-quality Series 2 roadsters run $80,000-$130,000; coupes run $60,000-$95,000. Series 3 V12 (1971-1974) cars are the most controversial. The 5.3L V12 makes 272 hp and produces a magnificent sound, but the cars handle slightly less well than the lighter inline-six cars and require significantly more maintenance. Driver-quality Series 3 roadsters run $70,000-$120,000; the rare 2+2 coupes run $45,000-$80,000. Documented original V12 cars in concours condition: $140,000-$220,000. Project cars (running but rough) start around $35,000 for Series 2 cars and $55,000-$90,000 for Series 1 cars. Stripped roller candidates can be had for $20,000-$40,000, but rust restoration on an E-Type typically runs $40,000-$120,000 in body and structural repair alone before paint. Buy finished cars from competent specialists.

Did You Know?

The E-Type was developed from the D-Type Le Mans race car that won at Le Mans in 1955, 1956, and 1957. The monocoque construction, the front double-wishbone suspension, and the rear independent suspension all derive directly from racing engineering — making the E-Type the rare production car that genuinely traces its lineage to a Le Mans winner. The 1961 Geneva launch was a near-disaster for Jaguar. The press demonstration roadster (chassis 850008) had been driven non-stop from Coventry to Geneva by test driver Norman Dewis, arriving with no preparation time before Enzo Ferrari and other journalists arrived for press demonstrations. Dewis later said he was "so tired I could hardly remember my own name" but the car performed flawlessly and the launch became one of the most celebrated automotive debuts in history. The Series 1 4.2L cars (1965-1968) are widely considered the optimum E-Type from an engineering and driving standpoint. The 4.2L XK6 produces more torque than the original 3.8L, the all-synchromesh gearbox is dramatically better than the original Moss gearbox, the cooling system was redesigned for better hot-weather operation, and the brakes were upgraded. They are also approximately 5-10% cheaper than equivalent 3.8L Series 1 cars in the current market.

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