1971 Jaguar XKE Series III Roadster V12

   

This 1971 Jaguar XKE Series III roadster is finished in red over black leather and powered by a 5.3-Liter V12 paired with a four-speed manual transmission. Equipment includes a black soft top, knock-off wire wheels, an AM/FM radio, and quadruple carburetors. The car remained registered to its prior owner from 1972 until 2024. This XKE is now offered by the seller on behalf of the current owner, a licensed retail dealer in Washington, with manufacturer’s literature and a clean Washington title.

1971 Jaguar XKE Series III Roadster V12 4-Speed

The car is finished in red and was repainted some time ago and fitted with a replacement black convertible top. Features include a black top boot, uncovered headlights, a louvered hood, US-spec bumpers, and quadruple exhaust outlets.

1971 Jaguar XKE Series III Roadster V12 4-Speed

The 15″ wire-spoke wheels are secured with knock-off spinners and are mounted with older 215/70 Dunlop Elite Seventy whitewall tires. The Series III E-Type was factory equipped with power steering, and stopping power is provided by four-wheel disc brakes with inboard-mounted rear rotors. The seller notes the shocks should be replaced.

1971 Jaguar XKE Series III Roadster V12 4-Speed

The bucket seats are upholstered in black leather, and the cabin features color-coordinated door panels and carpets. Amenities include an AM/FM radio, a locking glovebox, and a heater.

1971 Jaguar XKE Series III Roadster V12 4-Speed

The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames Smiths instrumentation including a 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer with a 6,500-rpm redline. An analog clock along with auxiliary gauges for voltage, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and fuel level are mounted in the center stack. The five-digit odometer shows 37k miles.

1971 Jaguar XKE Series III Roadster V12 4-Speed

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. The spark plugs and distributor cap and rotor were replaced within the last few months. The seller notes rust around the battery.

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