Series III Coupe: 1973 Jaguar E-type 2

This 1973 Series III Jaguar E-type 2 Coupe has reportedly spent its entire life in California and is rust-free, . He goes on to say that the car's service history reads like a life story of a special car.    Between 1962 and the end of production, the E-type would undergo several evolutionary phases culminating in the Series III iteration in 1971, which would last until production ended in 1974. The Series III E-type showcased Jaguar's then-new all-aluminum V12 engine, which set new standards for smoothness and refinement.    Jaguar's all-aluminum, 5.3-liter OHC V12 engine powers this E-type. Fuel and air are delivered via a quartet of Zenith-Stromberg 175 CD2SE carburetors. When new, the 24-valve powerplant was rated at 241 horsepower and 285 lb-ft of torque in U.S. trim. Jaguar specified a 60-degree angle between the cylinder banks to help ensure the engine's smoothness. A three-speed  Borg-Warner BW-12 automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels. - the engine and transmission are both incredible, with easy starting and no known leaks. In the seller's opinion, the car runs and drives like new. An updated solid-state ignition system has been installed, and the engine received a top-end and carburetor rebuild. The car was repainted in its factory color, Jaguar Fern Grey, in 2010, who goes on to state that this E-type is a rust-free California car. Photos appear to show bright, glossy, well-applied paint, good quality brightwork, and no evidence of corrosion. The seller considers the finish to be perfect and describes the glass as original and untouched. He goes on to note good weather seals with no leaks and that all exterior lighting is in working order.       Moss Green imported English Connolly leather was used to reupholster the seats in 2010, who describes their present condition as being 9/10. Photos appear to show seats and interior trim in very good order, save for minor creasing of the driver's-seat bottom and a scuff on the side of the driver's-seat back. - the heat and air conditioning both work, as do the manual windows and door locks. The car retains a period Blaupunkt radio, which was bypassed and superseded by a modern AM/FM stereo with Sirius XM. The seller mentions no issues with the car's gauges or interior lighting.   - E-types have fully independent suspension utilizing torsion bars and control arms in front and a unique rear design featuring a lower wishbone and trailing link with a drive shaft doubling as the upper control arm. - the suspension was serviced last year. Disc brakes are fitted all around, and mounted inboard at the rear to reduce unsprung weight. The car's brakes are new. The power rack-and-pinion steering is free of play, with the seller stating the car drives perfect. The Jaguar's chassis components appear corrosion-free in undercarriage photos. This E-type rides on a set of 15-inch wire wheels, including a full-size spare wheel, which the seller states have been redone. Information on the narrow-whitewall tires was not provided, and DOT date codes are not visible in the images supplied. Tires should be inspected for age and condition before this vehicle is driven any distance. The seller is assisting the owner of the vehicle, with his approval, to get the vehicle listed online. Also included are service history documents going back to 1974, numerous repair and service manuals, spare parts, and receipts totaling $30,000. This 1973 Series III Jaguar E-type 2 Coupe provides classic Jaguar styling along with the power and comfort to be a superb long-distance touring machine. As Jaguar itself phrased it, the car possesses grace, space, and pace.