S3. 109 safari 1971

Hi just been on eBay there a nice red
S3 109 safari says tax free 1971
Is this right has I was told and read that
The s3 came out in 1972
There is no reg plate on the pics
Have sent a email but hoping I can get a
S3 109 safari tax free are might have to
Go to the 107 seen some great 107 but boy
They cost so much
Thanks Paul

Series 3's were made 1971–1985 according to wikipedia...