Jaguar E-Type

RADIOCAFE - DEFINTIVE JAGUAR

WHY YOU SHOULD DRIVE THIS CAR...
It has one of the most striking shapes to ever find its way onto the street. Its performance rocked the world when it was launched. The E-Type is undeniably one of the most archetypal classic cars, but can a car with such an obviously erotic shape still stand up to scrutiny? Is it a silk purse or a pig's ear out on today's roads? We find out soon, with neither a Haynes manual nor driving glove in sight..

CAR FACTS
British, in production from 1961 to 1975
Engines: • 1961-1965: 6 cylinder 3.8 265bhp • 1965-1971: 6 cylinder 4.2 265bhp • 1971-1975: V12 5.3 272bhp
Top Speed: 139mph to 151mph
0-60: 6.4s to 8.9s
Expect to pay: Fair: £9,500 (2+2) Mint: £37,000 (Roadster)
Appears In: The Italian Job (1969) • Austin Powers (1999)