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1974 Jaguar XKE E-Type

Jaguar produced the E-Type, known as the XKE in North America, between 1961 and 1975 and was based on the company's D-Type racing car designed by William Heynes, which had won the 24 Hours of Le Mans three consecutive years beginning 1955. It was among the most successful vehicles on the road at the time to combined performance, attractive styling, and competitive pricing.

1974 Jaguar XKE E-Type photo
Chassis #: UEIS 25758
Engine #: 7S15789LA
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The Jaguar XKE was produced along three distinct series - Series 1 through Series 3 - with the Series 3 cars built from 1971 through 1975. While the Series 1 and Series 2 cars used an XK inline-6 cylinder engine, the Series 3 came with a new 5.3-liter V-12 unit backed by a fully synchronized transmission or an automatic gearbox (although, a few six-cylinder Series 3 E-Tyes were built). Other mechanical upgrades included standard power steering and upgraded brakes. The LeMans-proven, Walter Hassan/Harry Mundy-developed twelve-cylinder, single overhead camshaft engine displaced 5.3-liters and breathed through four Zenith carburetors, producing 272 horsepower. Due to emissions regulations in the United States, the power boost was somewhat diminished. The prior 4.2-liter inline Six had been de-tuned in the United States with two-barrel Strombergs replacing the other-market three SUs, and combined with larger valve clearances, horsepower had been reduced from 265 to 246 in Series II cars. The larger twelve-cylinder engine developed 264 horsepower at 5,750 RPM. Weight was minimized by the use of aluminum in the engine's construction. The new V12 was standardized upon the 105-inch longer-wheelbase floor pan of the 2-plus-2 variant, and only roadster and 2-plus-2 models were produced, Jaguar's preceding short-wheelbase Fixed-Head Coupe body style being discontinued.

Styling included the large cross-slatted radiator grille, described by Motor Sport magazine as 'a decorative birdcage', followed by flared wheel arches that allowed for a wider track and bigger tries. V12 nomenclature was placed on the tail, announcing the arrival of the larger engine. These Series III cars continued to use all of the American Federal Regulations features of the preceding Series II models, plus revised bumpers. The North American-destined examples had large black bumper guards, and in 1973, these large projecting rubber bumper over-riders were only in the front, with the following year being in front and back to comply with 5 mph impact regulations. In Europe, these protective barriers were considerably smaller. U.S.-destined examples also received side indicator repeats on the front wings.

The 1974 Jaguar XK-E received a slightly de-tuned engine, with 7.*:1 compression and rated at 241 (net) horsepower. It used four Zenith-Stromberg carburetors, a Mark II electronic system, and seven main bearings. The front suspension was comprised of wishbones, torsion bars, and anti-roll bars. The rear suspension was independent with lower wishbones, anti-roll bars, coil springs, and radius arms. Disc brakes at all four corners provided the stopping power. Standard equipment included ventilated chrome disc wheels, Dunlop E70 VR15 SP Sport whitewall tires, leather-faced, semi-reclining bucket seats, power rack-and-pinion steering, padded dashboard, windshield washers, heater and defroster, tachometer, and odometer. Exterior color options included Sable, Signal Red, Silver Grey, Regency Red, Turquoise, Old English White, British Racing Green, Dark Blue, Azure Blue, Fern Grey, Greensand, and Pale Primrose. Pricing for the 1975 XK-E Convertible began at $9,200.

The final fifty Jaguar XKE Series III models were 'Commemorative Edition' examples finished in a distinctive Gloss Black and Cinnamon leather colour combination (with one exception) and came specially equipped with a factory hardtop and a special brass dashboard plaque, bearing the signature of Sir William Lyons and signifying that it was one of the final 50 examples built. The only option available to buyers was the gearbox, of which 19 were automatics and 31 manuals.

Total Series 3 production reached 15,290 units, slightly more than the 13,490 Series 2 production figures, and roughly half of the 38,419 Series 1 cars (in both 3.8- and 4.2-liter configuration).


by Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2020

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1974 Jaguar XKE E-Type Vehicle Profiles

1974 Jaguar XKE E-Type vehicle information
Convertible

Chassis #: UE 1S 23384
Engine #: 7S 14046 LA
Gearbox #: KL 7045
1974 Jaguar XKE E-Type vehicle information
Convertible

Chassis #: UE1S26055
Engine #: 7S17151 LB
1974 Jaguar XKE E-Type vehicle information

Chassis #: UEIS 25758
Engine #: 7S15789LA

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1974 XKE E-Type
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1974 Jaguar XKE E-Type Base Price : $9,220

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