2013-09-09 14:01:06 | XKE Data writes:

The record was updated:

2010-01-22 19:57:36 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 12/09
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Auction description:
Lot No: 562
1971 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 Coupé
Registration no. to be advised
Chassis no. 1S 50003
Engine no. 7S 1023-9A
Estimate: £13,000 - 15,000

We are advised that this Series III V12 Coupé was one of the Jaguar press fleet deployed for the launch of this new E-Type model. The third right-hand drive production Coupé completed (chassis numbering commenced at '50001'), it was first registered on 1st April 1971 and much driven by the media, featuring in many motoring journals, before being purchased by the famous Jaguar dealer and racing team owner, John Coombs, in whose showroom it was placed on display. The E-Type was subsequently sold to a private collector and laid up for many years before being purchased by the current vendor, who has re-commissioned the car but used it only sparingly. Unrestored, it retains its original paintwork and interior and is described as in generally good condition, with a very good engine. Finished in Old English White with blue leather interior, '50003' is offered with old-style logbook, current MoT and Swansea V5 registration document. An historic motor car and an important piece of Jaguar history.

Lot Notice
We are pleased to inform bidders that the cherished number 'PVB 13' has been reassigned to the vehicle. Please note, there is no old-style log book present with this vehicle.

2010-04-22 21:44:40 | pauls writes:

Car to be at Baron's auction 4/10
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Auction description:
Lot No: 138
Manufacturer Jaguar Cars
Model E-Type S3
First Registered 1971
Registration No PVB13
Engine No 7S10239A
Chassis No 1S50003
MOT Nov 2010
Colour White

Details
Offered here is, what is said to be the 3rd S3 off the production line, which was retained by Jaguar Cars as a Press Car. It was then passed to Coombes of Guildford, who sold it on the registration WHP675J.

Since 1981 it has been in the hands of a single owner and has been re-registered on the cherished registration number PVB 13. During this ownership the car spent several years in storage but has recently been recomissioned and put back into use.

Finished in white with black leather interior, the car is equipped with the desirable manual transmission and is described as being in original, unmolested condition with a nice patina from regular but sympathetic use.

A very original car with good history and interesting Jaguar and Coombes connections.

Estimate £17000-20000

2013-01-19 08:58:21 | Anonymous writes:

For sale by Lanes in the UK in January 2013.
Price: POA
Extract from advert on www.classiccarsforsale.co.uk
Lanes Cars have just acquired this extremely early Jaguar E Type S3 5.3 2+2 chassis number 50003 which was one of Jaguar E Type S3 Jaguar Cars taken to the Geneva Motor Show in 1971 as one of the Jaguar press fleet deployed cars for the launch of this new E-Type model.

2022-08-09 08:53:17 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 8/22

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Auction description:

1970 Jaguar E-Type Series III

Colour Opalescent Silver Blue

Odometer 59,250 Miles

Engine size 5343

Auction DetailsSeller Type Private

Location Surrey

Country United Kingdom

Believed to be one of three official press cars built in 1970 for the 1971 launch

Chassis 003 - the third Series III E-Type 2+2 built

Full body, chassis and mechanical rebuild

Exempt, but a fresh MoT awaits new keeper

No expense spared on maintenance and upkeep

5 Speed manual gearbox

Cherished number included in sale

One of three built in late 1970 prior to early 1971 launch

Low mileage and low ownership

Dry-driven, housed in purpose-built storage facility

V5c in current keeper’s name

According to the Heritage Certificate, this Jaguar (Chassis #IS 50003) was built in August, 1970 and was one of three cars believed to have been built for the official Series III press launch, prior to the model going on sale in early 1971. This car was first registered to Jaguar Cars in February, 1971, receiving its original registration mark of WHP 675J. 

Indeed, it may well have been this very car that was road-tested for ‘Jaguar Driver’, the magazine of the Jaguar Drivers' Club – the only owners club to be officially sanctioned by Sir William Lyons and Jaguar themselves. The road test of a car provided by Jaguar was published ahead of all the national and international magazines at the time.

Following the media launch and with production well underway in early 1971, this Jaguar was promptly dispatched to Coombs Jaguar of Guildford. The Jaguar was enjoyed by just five former keepers until it was acquired by its current keeper in 2013, after which its future became considerably brighter.

Originally ‘Old English White’ in colour, the car was given its new striking colour of ‘Opalescent Silver Blue’ it wears today. At that time and also by Lanes Cars of Walsall, some engine work was carried out, a five-speed gearbox more suited to GT cruising replaced the original four-speed unit, the steel wheels were chromed and a sunroof, inertia-reel front seatbelts, radio and air conditioning were fitted to the car. Following those works, the car was then registered in the current keeper’s name recording its new colour. Its private plate of PVB 13 will accompany the car.

In 2017, the engine and gearbox were overhauled and a new windscreen fitted by Southern Classics of Twickenham. Work to the value of over £20,000 was invoiced.

In 2020, more work was assigned to the interior trim and body (see gallery), amounting to a further £15,600. Only last month, the final body works were carried out to replace the passenger side floor and sill.

Accompanying the sale will be a treasure trove of restorative images, videos and invoices detailing the works carried out over the years. Some of the numerous images are replicated in the accompanying gallery. A fresh MoT and the V5c in the current keeper’s name are also available.

The Interior

Elegant blue leather upholstery

Tidy and largely original

A few convenient nods to modernity

Prior to its refit, the original interior was in rather a tired state so the decision was made to retain and recommission trim parts where able. Fortunately, the dashboard was the best part of the original interior so was retained largely unscathed, along with the drilled three-spoke steering wheel.

The leather interior was regenerated and moisturised as were the door cards and rear side panels. The carpets are in good condition throughout the floorpan and the headlining presents in equally good condition. Overall, it’s rather smart and a great place to while away some B-road time or coastal cruising.

While somewhat removed from concours, the interior presents in ‘lovingly used’ condition. There is slight wear to the right of the driver’s seat as pictured and a few blemishes here and there, but little than should concern any Jaguar enthusiast.

The Exterior 

Stunningly presented in Opalescent Silver Blue’

Brightwork is in exceptional order

Bodywork not far removed from concours

Following its external regeneration, the condition of the exterior of this Jaguar is simply stunning and is indicative of the love and care afforded the car by its current keeper since its acquisition almost 10 years ago.

The strikingly beautiful colour radiates in the sunshine, the light lenses front and rear are clear and the plastic lens covers show no hint of fogging that may sometimes be associated with a car of this age.

The front and rear bumpers are in remarkable condition and largely blemish-free, although there is a small amount of pitting in areas which, some say adds to the patina. The chromed steel wheels show no scuffs or evidence of being ‘curbed’ and wear their bespoke chromed hubcaps well. They are currently shod with a good set of tyres.

The brightwork around the car – and there is much of it on a car of this vintage – is in exceptional condition, none of which has a scratch or mark to its surface that we could see. A cursory glance down each flank of the car shows no evidence of collision damage. All apertures open and close smoothly and as intended.

The Mechanics

Complete mechanical refurbishment in recent years

Fully maintained, no expense spared

The V12 purrs like a…well, cat!

A 12-month MoT awaits the new keeper prior to handover

Our writer and photographer was rather fortunate to have been driven in the Jaguar several miles to the photo location – and the experience was epic to say the least! The chunky V12 fired up at the first ask every time and settled into an appreciative burble that only a well-maintained twelve-pot can make. The gearbox connected smoothly and the drivetrain engaged with no drama, requiring a just gentle rev to get underway.

With significant mechanical work undertaken in recent years, the custodian reports the car to be in very good mechanical condition with steering, brakes, engine, drivetrain and running gear performing as well as their respective British engineers intended over fifty years ago. 

The engine bay is very tidy and clean and, like the immediately visible parts of this Jaguar, the underside of the car presents in good order with little of the natural oxidation that may reasonably be expected on a car of this vintage.