XKE

Parked Thirty Years: 1973 Jaguar XKE Series 3

Swooning over the XKE’s sinuous shape is effortless. We all know it’s a tour de force in the world of automotive styling. But who was the guy behind the curves, and how did he come up with the XKE?… more»

Estate Find: 1973 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

I admit that I go weak at the knees every time I see a Jaguar E-Type Roadster. Enzo Ferrari is reputed to have described it as the most beautiful car ever built, and I can but agree with “il… more»

Restoration Required: 1967 Jaguar E-Type

Although the values of some versions have taken a recent hit, a pristine Series 1 Jaguar E-Type can still command a healthy six-figure price. They are keenly sought by enthusiasts wishing to experience life behind the wheel of a… more»

V12 Driver: 1971 Jaguar E-Type Series III 2+2

Running out of energy to undertake a project build is not uncommon, and can often result from advancing age or deteriorating health. It is unclear whether either of those issues has beset the owner of this 1971 Jaguar E-Type… more»

Series II Garage Find: 1970 Jaguar XK-E Roadster

If I park an old car for a year, that seems like a long time to me. Leaving one unattended for 30 years? That seems like an eternity! How or why that happens, I don’t know but there are… more»

Genuine Garage Find: 1963 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

Regular readers will know how passionate I am about the Jaguar E-Type, and the thought of opening a barn or garage door to find a Series 1 Roadster lurking in the gloom would be my ultimate automotive dream. That… more»

Craigslist Find: 1968 Jaguar E-Type Project

We have covered a lot of E-Types on Barn Finds, coupes, and roadsters alike, and the one commonality I have noticed is that they’re all projects just like this Katonah, New York resident. While I find that somewhat surprising,… more»

Driver-Quality 1970 Jaguar XKE Series II Roadster

Which is your favorite Jaguar XKE? Do you prefer the early six-cylinder – triple-carburetted, toggle-switched, slippery of shape? Or the mid-range Series II, enhanced for driveability but compromised by design changes that catered to regulators? Or the last iteration… more»

Recently Revived: 1971 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

One of the greatest challenges facing enthusiasts searching for a Jaguar E-Type project candidate is locating a car without significant rust issues. That is where this 1971 Roadster rides to the rescue. It recently emerged after four decades of… more»

Yard Find: 1969 Jaguar E-Type

It is sometimes said that with enough time, money, and dedication, almost any classic car can be saved from oblivion. I’ve never been entirely convinced of that view, although I have seen a few pretty sad and sorry vehicles… more»

Restore or Preserve? 1967 Jaguar E-Type

The Jaguar E-Type is one of the more fascinating vehicles from the classic scene. Even rough and rusty examples command impressive prices, while pristine examples can be six-figure vehicles. This 1967 E-Type is a survivor, and while it would… more»

Original Survivor: 22k Mile 1969 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

The Jaguar E-Type OTS is one of the few cars that can genuinely make me go weak at the knees. The styling caused a sensation upon debut, as did what was considered a rock-bottom price. Times change, and the… more»

72k Original Miles: 1970 Jaguar E-Type 2+2

Jaguar introduced its iconic E-Type as an affordable alternative to European high-performance exotics. History shows that the E-Type has become less affordable with each passing year, with spotless examples typically beyond the reach of mere mortals. This 1970 2+2… more»

Desirable S1 Project: 1963 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

I think that every classic car enthusiast has what I would term a “dream garage.” That is, they have a list of cars that they would own if money and space weren’t considerations. Mine is pretty eclectic, but an… more»

Garage Find: 1970 Jaguar XKE Series II Coupe

As popular as Jaguar’s first post-war sports car was, the XKE outdid it by a mile. It didn’t hurt that the XKE’s US introduction at the 1961 International Automobile Show in New York was conducted by Marilyn Hanold, Playboy’s… more»

Update: 1965 Jaguar E-Type Roadster Right-Hand Drive

UPDATE 01/26/2024: When a classic falls within a certain price range, it isn’t uncommon for a seller not to taste success on their first attempt to find it a new home. Such has been the case with this 1965… more»

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