Jaguar : E-Type
Model Introduction
Few cars define an era like the Jaguar E-Type. Launched in 1961 and styled by Malcolm Sayer, it stunned the world with its long, low bonnet, faired-in headlamps, and near-150mph top speed for half the price of an Aston or Ferrari. Beneath that sculpted body sat race-proven engineering, including independent suspension all-round and disc brakes on every wheel. Enzo Ferrari reportedly called it the most beautiful car ever made, and even today it remains an icon of British design. The E-Type evolved through three series, with early 3.8 and 4.2-litre straight-six models prized for their purity, and later Series 3 V12s offering effortless torque and a more relaxed grand touring character.
Magazine Articles
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E ba goom! What a Jag
Driving the greatest crumpet-catcher known to man
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E-Type Extended
If you're going to ignore the limit, why not take the kids along?
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Giant Test
Lotus Elan +2S v Jaguar E-Type 2+2
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Honestly - it really is the V12!
Jaguar's new V12 puts the E-type back in the 150mph class
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Giant Test
1968 Jaguar E-Type 2+2, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTV, 1971 Lotus Elan Sprint Coupe,1971 BMW 2002, 1970 Jaguar E-Type Coupe
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Triple C Performance Test
Jaguar V12
