The E-type was updated in 1964 with a bigger 4.2-litre version of Jaguar’s famous XK engine; power is the same but delivered lower in the rev range while increased torque helps flexibility. A new, all-synchromesh four-speed gearbox was introduced at the same time, though some later 3.8s also have it; this replaced the original Moss gearbox.
Based upon the wildly successful D-Type racing Jaguar, the E-Type was an instant success with its sensual lines and muscular, but manageable 3.8-liter, inline-six-cylinder engine. Launched in March of 1961, the E-Type featured a monocoque passenger compartment, disc brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, and independent front and rear suspension—a
The Series 3 Open Two-Seater (OTS) and 2+2 coupe were powerful and refined grand touring sports cars, and they remain uniquely desirable 50 years on. The E-type that was unveiled on March 25, 1971, at the New York Motor Show— still called "XKE" by the company's U.S. marketers—signaled a sea change for its maker, and gave Jaguar a Buy a Jaguar E-Type from £49,500. £94,995. 1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 Fixed Head Coupe Coupe Petrol Manual. £49,500. 1968 JAGUAR E TYPE S1.5, RHD. £67,500. 1969 Jaguar E-Type Coupe. £65,000. Jaguar E Type Roadster 4.2 Manual series 2 1970. The first prototype of the E-Type, the E1A, was designed in 1957 by William Heynes, the Technical Director and Chief Engineer at Jaguar during that time. The prototype features the XK engine and has an independent rear suspension. There was only one E1A that existed, and after further testing, the prototype was scrapped.

For Great Britain, it just has to be the Jaguar E-Type. Its arrival at the sports car scene in 1961 left the world in awe. It was a perfect car for a perfect decade of decadence – free love and

The initial concept of the E-type was inspired by the racing Jaguar D-type. Throughout the late 1950s, the D-type dominated the racing circuit, having won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1955, 1956, and 1957. With public recognition of the Jaguar brand at an all-time high, thanks to the D-type’s success on the track, the company knew it was the
The 1961 Flat Floor is the very first production E-Type. It had a 3.8-litre six-cylinder engine inherited from the Jaguar XK150 with triple SU carburettors, fully independent suspension and disc brakes all around. The earlier “Flat Floor” cars have external bonnet latches and all leather upholstery. The 4-speed Moss gearbox had synchromesh
In this episode I return to Classic Engine Workshop in Worcestershire to see a beautiful 4.2 litre Series 1 E-Type engine they have freshly restored. It show
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