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In 1948, a new 3.4-liter 160 horsepower six-cylinder engine was designed for the sedans, and was showcased in what was expected to be a limited production car, the XK-120. But, the XK-120 created a sensation, and was rushed to market. Subsequent 140 and 150 models evolved into the D-Type, and the D-Type racing version evolved into the production E-Type. The E-Type was a huge hit when introduced in 1961 at the Geneva Auto Show as a convertible and fastback coupe. It remained in production through 1974, with a total of 72,500 cars made in three series, using two engines and three body styles.
This E-Type was one of 7,772 coupes made. It features a 4.2-liter (258 cubic-inch), 265 horsepower engine and a four-speed transmission, and a weight of 2,520 lbs. Top speed is 150 mph. Its P.O.E. price was $5,580. Jaguar's Design Studio fabrication shop in Coventry, England has restored several of the interior trim pieces for the current owner, who has had the car for 12 years.
 |  |  | Roadster Chassis Num: 1E12880 Engine Num: 7E8698-9 |
| Sold for $104,500 at 2007 RM Auctions. High bid of $97,500 at 2007 RM Auctions. (did not sell) | |||
At auction, the car was sold for $104,500 which was slightly below the estimated value, but still a fair price.
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2007
 |  |  | Coupe Chassis Num: 1E31669 |
| Sold for $46,200 at 2007 RM Auctions. | |||
This car competed in SCCA GT2 competition and several regional and national events. It has never finished lower than third and it set a speed record in the Unblown Gas Modified Sports category by traveling 144.422 mph. It set another record in the Unblown Fuel Modified Sports category at 141.607 mph, the Gas Circle Track category at 137.726 mph, and the Fuel Circle Track Category at 143.760 mph. It has been featured in the November 20067 issue of JAGUAR WORLD magazine.
This land speed world record holding XKE did find a new owner, though it was sold for below the estimated value. The new owner got a bargain as the car was purchased for $46,200.
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2007
 |  | Roadster Chassis Num: 1E 12880 Engine Num: 7E 8698-9 |
At auction the car was estimated to sell between $110,000 - $130,000. Sadly, the car failed to find an interested buyer willing to satisfy the reserve. The car was left unsold.
By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2007
 | Coupe Chassis Num: 1E31482 | |
| Sold for $77,000 at 2007 RM Auctions. Sold for $93,500 at 2009 Gooding & Company. | ||
It is powered by a 4200cc overhead valve twin cam inline six-cylinder engine capable of producing 265 horsepower. It is a matching numbers E-Type with 88,000 miles, and includes a complete rebuilt of its engine. Many other components were also rebuilt during a restoration and still shows well today.
By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2007
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The Series 1 was introduced in March 1961, using the triple SU carbureted 3.8-liter 6-cylinder Jaguar XK6 engine from the XK150S. The first 500 cars built had flat floors and external hood latches. These cars are rare and more valuable. After that, the floors were dished to provide more leg room and the twin hood latches moved to inside the car. The 3.8-ltier engine was increased to 4.2-liters in late 1964.
All E-Types featured independent rear suspension with torsion bar front ends and power-assisted disc brakes. Jaguar was the first auto manufacturer to equip cars with disc brakes as standard. The Series 1 can be recognized by glass covered headlights (up to 1967), the small 'mouth' opening at the front, signal lights and tail-lights above bumpers, and exhaust tips under the license plate in the rear.
 | Coupe Chassis Num: 1E33576 | |
| Sold for $66,000 at 2006 RM Auctions. Sold for $99,584 (61,600) at 2011 RM Auctions. | ||
This 1966 Jaguar series I 4.2 E-Type Fixed Head Coupe finished in back with red leather interior was offered for sale at the 2006 RM Auction in Monterey, CA. It was offered without reserve and estimated to sell between $65,000-$85,000. It is powered by a 4200cc overhead valve twin-cam six-cylinder engine that produces 265 horsepower. The engine is matted to a four-speed manual synchromesh gearbox and uses four-wheel disc brakes to provide the stopping power. The vehicle has traveled just 51,000 miles since new. It retains its original tools and owners manual. At the conclusion of the auction the vehicle had been sold for $66,000.
By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2011
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Better known in America as the XKE, the E-Type coupe was the hit of the 1961 Geneva auto show, a debutante Enzo Ferrari called 'the most beautiful car ever made.' Production continued into 1974, and included two updates - Series II, from 1968, and series III, beginning in 1971.
This coupe was built late enough in the Series 1 run to benefit from upgrades that came along in 1964, notably an all-synchromesh gearbox, brake system improvements, redesigned seats, and expanded footwell space. The car spent most of its life in California, but now resides in Bloomfield Hills, MI. Aside from returning the paint to its original green, the current owner has kept this Jaguar pristinely original.
The Jaguar E type, also known as the XK-E, brought style and performance together to create a mass-produced supercar. The road-going sports car was conceived in 1956 as a replacement for the D-type. In March of 1961 the E-Type was officially introduced to the world at the Geneva, Switzerland Motor show.
It's design was created by an aerodynamic engineer named Malcolm Sayer. The front engine, rear-wheel drive vehicle featured a moncoque body and a tubular front chassis. The six-cylinder double-cam engine had three SU carburetors and produced 265 horsepower. The suspension was independent with disc brakes on all four wheels. It brought together the best or aerodynamics, coupled with the latest technology and propelled by a potent engine. The vehicle was not only fast, it offered excellent performance and handling. Some of the most common complaints it received were the cabin being too cramped and it suffered from poor ventilation.
The E-Type was a popular vehicle. It was fast, performed well, and was competitively priced. Due to the United States safety and emission regulations, some of the horsepower was lost. The headlamp covers were also removed prior to the close of the 1960's.
A 4.2-liter engine and synchromesh gearbox was introduced in 1964. In 1966, the 2+2 coupe was introduced and featured a longer wheelbase. The Series II cars were not as quick as its predecessors. The Series III, however, was a different story. Powered by a V-12 engine they were once again able to propel the E-Type over 145 miles per hour.
Production for the E-Type ceased in 1975, after 72,520 examples being produced. It was replaced by the XJ-S; a vehicle that was larger, heavier, and not as visually appealing.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2006
For more information and related vehicles, click hereIt's design was created by an aerodynamic engineer named Malcolm Sayer. The front engine, rear-wheel drive vehicle featured a moncoque body and a tubular front chassis. The six-cylinder double-cam engine had three SU carburetors and produced 265 horsepower. The suspension was independent with disc brakes on all four wheels. It brought together the best or aerodynamics, coupled with the latest technology and propelled by a potent engine. The vehicle was not only fast, it offered excellent performance and handling. Some of the most common complaints it received were the cabin being too cramped and it suffered from poor ventilation.
The E-Type was a popular vehicle. It was fast, performed well, and was competitively priced. Due to the United States safety and emission regulations, some of the horsepower was lost. The headlamp covers were also removed prior to the close of the 1960's.
A 4.2-liter engine and synchromesh gearbox was introduced in 1964. In 1966, the 2+2 coupe was introduced and featured a longer wheelbase. The Series II cars were not as quick as its predecessors. The Series III, however, was a different story. Powered by a V-12 engine they were once again able to propel the E-Type over 145 miles per hour.
Production for the E-Type ceased in 1975, after 72,520 examples being produced. It was replaced by the XJ-S; a vehicle that was larger, heavier, and not as visually appealing.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2006
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