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Jaguar E-type Convertible 4.2 (Series 1) (265 Hp)
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Jaguar E-type:
The Jaguar E-Type, or the Jaguar XK-E for the North American market, is a British front-engined sports car that was manufactured by Jaguar Cars Ltd from 1961 to 1974. Its sleek appearance, advanced technologies, high performance, and competitive pricing established it as an icon. The E-Type's claimed 150 miles per hour top speed, sub-7-second 0 to 60 mph acceleration, largely unitary body construction, front and rear independent suspension with disc brakes, mounted inboard at the rear, and rack-and-pinion steering spurred industry-wide changes....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Convertible Overview:
Jaguar E-type (Convertible). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Jaguar E-type predates modern safety testing standards like Euro NCAP. While revolutionary for its time, it lacks contemporary safety features such as airbags, ABS, and advanced crumple zones.
4.2 (Series 1) (265 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A refined evolution of the Series 1, offering improved torque and drivability over the 3.8L, while retaining the classic Series 1 appeal and performance.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is typical for a large-displacement inline-six of the era, not a primary concern for owners of this classic, focused on the driving experience.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Timeless, iconic design
- • Strong performance (earlier I6 and V12 models)
- • Excellent driving experience and handling for its era
- • High collector's value and investment potential
- • Luxurious interior and grand touring capabilities
Cons:
- • Challenging reliability and high maintenance costs
- • Poor fuel economy across most variants
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Series 3 styling less universally loved than Series 1/2
- • Susceptibility to rust and electrical issues
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E-type: 1961 - 1964).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Jaguar |
| Model: | E-type |
| Generation: | Convertible |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 (Series 1) (265 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1964 |
| End of production: | 1968 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 265 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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