Jaguar, E Type Open Two-Seater Roadster (OTS), Series 3 (5.3ltr)

Year of Manufacture: 1971 - 1974 Number Produced: 7,990 Chassis Number Range: 1S1001 - 1S2872 (RHD) / 1S20001 - 1S26120 (LHD) Designer: Malcolm Sayer

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A Restorer's Guide to the E-Type Open Two-Seater (OTS) / Roadster Series 3 (5.3ltr)

Original Colours
Interior Trim Panels
Seat Kits
Carpets & Flooring
Boot / Trunk
Weather Equipment

Please note that there were production inconsistencies during this period, so colours should be chosen on individual basis.

PAINT COLOUR	INTERIOR TRIM COLOUR OPTIONS
Old English White	Black, Red, Dark Blue, Light Blue, French Blue
Warwick Grey	Red, Dark Blue, Cinnamon
Ascot Fawn	Red, Beige, Cinnamon
Willow Green	Grey, Suede Green, Beige, Cinnamon
Dark Blue	Red, Light Blue, Grey, French Blue, Russet Red
Sable	Beige, Grey, Cinnamon, Biscuit Light Tan, Moss Green
Light Blue	Dark Blue, Grey, Light Blue
Regency Red	Beige, Grey, Biscuit Light Tan, Cinnamon, Russet Red
Pale Primrose	Black, Beige, Biscuit Light Tan, Red
Signal Red	Black, Red, Beige, Biscuit Light Tan, Dark Blue
Fern Grey	Moss Green, Olive, Tan
Turquoise	Tan, Terracotta, Cinnamon
British Racing Green	Suede Green, Beige, Cinnamon

Information from: Porter, P. (1990) Original Jaguar E-Type – The Restorer’s Guide to 3.8, 4.2, and V12 Roadster, Fixed Head Coupé and 2+2 – Bay View Books Ltd.

Jaguar E-Type Open Two-Seater (XKE OTS/DHC) Roadster Original Colours supplied by John Skinner Ltd

It is widely accepted that the interpretation of original shades varies depending on who you ask – and may well have varied from the original factory production line. As a result, John Skinner Ltd offers multiple shade options for each original colour.

Black

Saville Grey

French Blue

Old Grey (Antiqued)

Grey

Dark Blue

Pale Shadow Blue

Suede Green

Maroon

Matador Red

Russet Red (Antiqued)

Cherry Red

New Tan

Cinnamon (Antiqued)

Biscuit Light Tan

Barley Beige

Old Beige (Antiqued)

Stone

Light Stone Beige

Magnolia

Parchment

Colour names refer to internal John Skinner Ltd colour names, not necessarily the names Jaguar originally used for these colours.

We can also offer non-original custom colour schemes if you so desire. Please see our online shop for more details.

As part of the quotation/ordering process, we will arrange for samples to be sent for final confirmation – so browse and shop with complete peace of mind, knowing that we will guide you through step-by-step with all the information you require.

A note on Piping/Beading

Jaguar E Type models featured Piping matching the main trim colour. See the above Original Colours chart for more information.

We can also offer the largest range of non-standard “bespoke” colours schemes for those looking for a more customised finish.

Interior Trim Panels

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Seat Kits

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Carpets & Flooring

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Boot / Trunk

Information coming soon

Weather Equipment

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Our Customers' Cars

…and people say that “pre-manufactured upholstery kits will never fit“.

Our customers beg to differ; and we have the photos to prove it – thanks to thousands of loyal clients from all over the world keeping us informed about their restorations.

See for yourself…and remember – it is our accurate pattern making (all from original templates & donor cars) and in-depth knowledge of these cars, as well as our precise, modern-day manufacturing processes that enable us to produce world class, award winning kits rarely rivalled by others.

Whether you’re a professional trimmer or an amateur enthusiast – a John Skinner Ltd kit is the best way to kick-start your interior trim restoration.