The Jaguar E-Type is a British sports car which was manufactured between 1961-1975. It was known for its beauty and high performance yet maintained competitive pricing, which enabled the E-Type to become a motoring icon throughout the world. The E-Type was based on the Jaguar D-Type racing car, which had won the 24 hour Le Mans for three In 1955 Jaguar introduced a new medium-sized car, powered by a 2.4-litre XK engine, the first Jaguar to be produced in quantity. In 1960, an improved Mark II form was produced, selling until 1968. For 1956, Jaguar finished racing. Work started on a replacement for the XK150. It finally made its appearance in March 1961 – the XK-E. 1961 Jaguar E-type Power: 265 horsepower. While the E-type did feature the same engine as its predecessor the motor had been improved both in terms of reliability and power, producing a total Product Details. This Jaguar E Type Convertible (1961) Diecast Model Car is Dark Green and features working wheels and also opening bonnet with engine, doors. It is made by Bburago and is 1:18 scale (approx. 24cm / 9.4in long). Scale Guide. The Jaguar E-Type, also known as the XK-E, offered a range of engine options across its three series. The initial iteration boasted a 3.8-liter or 4.2-liter inline-six engine, followed by a 4.2 1965 Jaguar E-Type 4.2: Specifications: Engine 258.4 cu in/4235cc DOHC I-6, 3x2-bbl SU carburetors MT, July 1961: Now: The E-Type endures as an aesthetic triumph--perhaps Britain's best Over its production run from 1961 to 1975, the E-Type underwent several updates, including engine and suspension modifications, as well as changes to its body design. These are typically now referred to as Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3. The E-Type was popular among car enthusiasts and was also driven by many celebrities including Steve There are 72 Jaguar E-Type for sale across all model years (1961 to 1975) and variants, 30 are Series 1 and 5 are model year 1966. There were 607 Series 1 sold in the last 5 years. NOT FOLLOWING Well, the XK block is back. After a gap of 50 years, Jaguar has put the cast iron XK block in 3.8-litre capacity into production again, and for the first time brand new units are available from Jaguar Classic, priced at £14,340. Each engine comes with a certificate of authenticity and, once provenance is proven, can be stamped with the In 1966, a "2+2" four-seater coupé with a longer wheelbase was introduced. Within the Series 1 category, you’ll find two different engine sizes, which is how the Series 1 E-Types are differentiated. Between 1961 and 1964, the E-Type was fitted with a 3.8L engine and the majority had partial synchromesh transitions, but between 1965 and 1967 FiflQBY.