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- 1973 Jaguar E-Type 'Coombs' 6.1-Litre Quad-Cam V12
1973 Jaguar E-Type 'Coombs' 6.1-Litre Quad-Cam V12
Lot Number: 467
1973 Jaguar E-Type 'Coombs' 6.1-Litre Quad-Cam V12
An 'homage' to the original Coombs Racing Team Competition E-Type based on a Series 3 fitted with a 6.1-litre, 'quad-cam' V12 with a 5-speed Getrag gearbox.
- ESTIMATE: £260,000 - £290,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 23rd August, 2025 at 12.00pm BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN
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DRIVE
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REG NUMBER
9 WPD
SUMMARY
An 'homage' to the original Coombs Racing Team Competition E-Type based on a Series 3 fitted with a 6.1-litre, 'quad-cam' V12 with a 5-speed Getrag gearbox.
DESCRIPTION
Through Jaguar's storied history, few tales are as captivating as that of the competition E-Types, the first of these #S850006 being delivered to none other than the Coombs Racing Team. That car became the basis of 17 competition E-Types from Jaguar thereafter, showing its importance and the car on offer here was built as a faithful tribute to #850006.
The registration number is even appropriate, #S850006 wearing 4 WPD and this car is 9 WPD. Using a UK-supplied right-hand drive 1973 Series 3 as a basis to work from, the specification is impressive with a 6.1-litre, 4-cam V12 engine mated to a 5-speed Getrag gearbox. The sellers informs us that 'you can feel its power unlike most other road cars. The precision of its gearbox, the responsiveness of its engine and the aerodynamic enhancements all work in concert to create a drive that's as thrilling as it is smooth and controllable. You really feel like you are in the Stirling Moss trophy at Goodwood.'
Further information as to the specification of the car include updated interior for comfort, aluminium bonnet adorned with extended louvres for enhanced cooling, aero features and cooling features and the exhaust or 'trumpets' emit a fabulous growl.
Some of the best names in the business have had an input in this unique Jaguar including ‘Building the Legend’ who are known for their '4-cam' engines and XJ 13 reps, Jaguar Racing Panels who were responsible for the bodywork and G B Trimming who created the cars distinctive interior.
Attractively estimated today at a level that is about half of what it would cost to replicate, your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully digest the unique opportunity that's on offer.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 467
- Make
- JAGUAR
- Model
- E-TYPE COOMBS
- Registration Number
- 9 WPD
- Chassis Number
- 1S1783BW
- Transmission
- Manual
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Harry Whale
- Car Specialist
- 07919 887374
- harry@iconicauctioneers.com
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Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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