Jaguar E-type S3 V12 Coupe

When this Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Coupé arrived at our workshop in 2012, it brought the unmistakable presence of one of history's most celebrated grand tourers.

First unveiled in 1961 as a sleek fixed-head coupé and open two-seater, the E-Type famously prompted Enzo Ferrari to call it "the most beautiful car ever made." It rapidly became a darling of stars and icons, offering record-breaking performance - like a sub-7.1 second 0–60 mph sprint and a nearly 150 mph top speed - at a far more accessible price than exotic rivals like the Ferrari 250 GT.

By the time the Series 3 arrived (produced between 1971 and 1974), Jaguar introduced their legendary 5.3l V12 engine along with upgraded braking and steering systems, offering the Series 3 exclusively in the spacious, longer-wheelbase 2+2 coupé and convertible layouts.

The Restoration Process

To return this big-cat V12 to its rightful glory, our workshop executed a targeted exterior and assembly process:

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• Panel & Bodywork: We performed careful panel repairs, corrected age-related sheet metal imperfections, and meticulously aligned the long, dramatic bonnet to ensure factory-crisp shut lines.
• Paintwork: The bodyshell was brought down to a flawless surface before applying a rich, high-grade paint finish that highlighted the Coupé’s sweeping fastback silhouette.
• Reassembly: Following cure and final polish, our team meticulously assembled the car—refitting its brightwork, trim, glass, and exterior fittings back onto the refreshed body.

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Fully transformed from its bodywork stages to the final bolt, this Series 3 V12 Coupé left our shop ready to take its place once again as a stunning, road-ready piece of British motoring history.