Jaguar E-Type

Jaguar E-Type [XK-E in North America] (1961-1975)

When it was launched, The E-Type Jaguar was immediately regarded as a thing of beauty. Indeed, Enzo Ferrari famously called it “the most beautiful car ever made”. It soon became an icon. With its unitary construction, disc brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, and independent front and rear suspension it was a thoroughly modern sports car. It was based on the XKSS and D-Type sports racing cars.

E-Type Jaguar
1961 Jaguar E-Type

E-Type Jaguar
1961 Jaguar E-Type FHC

E-Type Jaguar
Cutaway drawing of the E-Type, from the brochure.