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Classified Find: Fully Restored 1970 Jaguar E-Type OTS

Many classics can be described as handsome, but very few have earned the tag of achingly beautiful. The Jaguar E-Type OTS rightfully deserves that title, and this 1970 Series 2 takes it to a higher level. It has clocked… more»

58k Original Miles: 1972 Jaguar E-Type 2+2

The word “iconic” is probably used too readily in the classic world. However, there are cars deserving of that title. Turning our attention to British classics, the two that spring to mind are the MGB and the Jaguar E-Type…. more»

Stored For Years: 1971 Jaguar E-Type Series II Fixed-Head Coupe

Some cars seem destined to remain a staple of the classic scene and market indefinitely, and such is the case with the Jaguar E-Type. It broke new ground for a British sports car upon its release. It offered comparable… more»

Minimal Needs: 1969 Jaguar XKE Series II 2+2

The would-be XKE owner has many choices to make. While budgetary matters may dictate some of these, the basics include: what series, what motor, what transmission, coupe or roadster, and if a coupe, 2+2 or not? If resources are… more»

Barn Find 1968 Jaguar XKE Series 1.5 Roadster

The other day I was reading an article about the Sunbeam Harrington, a small-production car based on the Alpine. The author noted that every Harrington known had been restored. While Jaguar XKEs are far more numerous than Harringtons, I… more»

Ready To Restore: 1970 Jaguar E-Type Coupe

How many big cats are still lurking in garages, unrestored? Every time I think we might be running out, another one slinks into view. Here on eBay is a 1970 Jaguar XKE 4.2 coupe for restoration, bid to $5250,… more»

First One Sold! 1961 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

Can a car ever be considered a work of art? It is a question that has often sparked debate. Art connoisseurs might argue that a car is little more than a collection of steel, glass, and plastic. Classic car… more»

Solid Project: 1973 Jaguar E-Type 2+2

The Jaguar E-Type is renowned for two things. Firstly, it is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cars ever built. Secondly, they can quickly turn into a financial black hole the moment the subject turns to restoration…. more»

Series 2 Project: 1969 Jaguar XKE 2+2

Among all E-Types, the Jaguar XKE 2+2 has always been one of my favorites, not only in the looks department but the car also gets an honorable mention for pseudo-practicality too as it offered seating for an additional 2… more»

British Survivor: 1969 Jaguar E-Type Fixed Head Coupe

We’ve seen a few Jaguar E-Types over more than a decade at Barn Finds, and their condition has varied widely. Some have been close to the point of no return, while others have received stunning restorations. This 1969 model… more»

Manual or Auto? 1970 Jaguar E-Type

Regular readers will know the Jaguar E-Type holds a special place in my heart. I believe it is one of the most beautiful cars in automotive history, especially in Roadster form. This 1970 2+2 Coupe brings an air of… more»

BF Auction: 1968 Jaguar E-Type 2+2

Although most post-war British sports cars are recognized as low-power vehicles that provide an engaging driving experience, Jaguar introduced a game-changer with its iconic E-Type. Now buyers could slip behind the wheel of a sports car that could effortlessly… more»

Parking Lot Find: 1969 Jaguar E-Type

Imagine a street scene in the late 1960s in London – lots of old soot-covered buildings, and lots of new brutalist architecture being built, promising an exciting new concrete future, full of lines, grey concrete, and utopian ideas. Then… more»

A Lesson In Preservation: Jay Leno And The Jag

Most classic car enthusiasts know Jay Leno’s Garage. And with some 3.4 million subscribers, his Restoration Blog on YouTube gets plenty of attention too. The Blog is an every-few-month progress update for fans, designed to show how Jay and… more»

No Reserve! 1967 Jaguar E-Type Fixed Head Coupe

If you were to compile a list of desirable British sports cars, the Jaguar E-Type would be close to the top of that list. It offered performance that was a match for anything produced by Ferrari at the time,… more»

Parked For 30 Years: 1965 Jaguar XKE Roadster

I admit it. The sight of a Jaguar XKE Roadster is enough to make me turn weak at the knees. While our feature car isn’t the ultimate version of the XKE, it is a highly desirable 1965 Series 1… more»

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