Jaguar E-Type 1974 EType Series III (Commemorative Edition) 2Door

This Lot will be sold at auction at Symphony of Spring; Ascot Racecourse on Saturday 7th March. Part of a private collectionThought to be the 29th from last EType built.The 1974 Jaguar EType Commemorative Edition is one of the most special and soughtafter variants of the legendary British sports car. As production of the EType drew to a close in 1974, Jaguar decided to mark the occasion with a limited run of Commemorative Edition models just 50 examples making them highly collectible today. These final ETypes were based on the Series III V12 roadster and reflected Jaguars commitment to celebrating the cars storied 13year production run. They were finished in a distinctive black paint with cinnamon leather interior, and most carried a special brass plaque on the dashboard bearing the signature of Sir William Lyons, Jaguars founder, to signify their place in the marques history. Under the bonnet is the smooth 5.3 litre V12 engine, giving the Commemorative Edition both refined performance and grand touring capability. Buyers could choose between automatic and manual gearboxes, though only a small number were manuals, adding to the desirability of those examples. Each car was righthand drive and maintained the ETypes elegant styling and mechanical sophistication right up to the end of production. Today these 1974 Commemorative Editions are prized by collectors and enthusiasts alike. They are rare survivors of Jaguars most iconic model, often fetching high prices due to their limited numbers and historic significance.Originally registered on 8th November 1974 this EType has been much loved and has even changed hands within the same family three times. Presenting well in black with cinnamon interior, this Jaguar has been part of a private collection in recent years. We are advised this Commemorative Edition Jaguar drives well, with no known faults, and it will be presented for an MoT prior to auction. Thought to have been the 29th from last EType ever built, this is a great piece of motoring history. Some invoices are present in the history file and the MoT history would indicate the mileage of 39,207 to be correct, although this is not warranted. Supplied with a V5 registration document this rare EType demonstrates how the 1974 Commemorative Edition still resonates as a pinnacle of British automotive design. Consigned by Stewart Banks.