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Nov 8, 2019 · There’s a lot of snobbery about covered headlights, and about 2+2s not looking as good – but to the average man in the street, an E-type is an E-type, and from behind the wheel, a 2+2 Series 2 is the most comfortable and practical E-type of all.
Oct 19, 2018 · If the subject is the Jaguar E-type, the world’s most recognisable, most iconic classic car, odds-on the order would be: S1 roadster, S1 4.2 fixed-head coupé, ‘flat-floor’ S1 3.8. Three early cars? Well, is anyone outside of ‘Trump’-land really going to argue for the S3?
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- Jaguar E-Type S1 & S2: Our Verdict
A large percentage of an E-type’s bodywork is made up of a one-piece forward hinged bonnet, which is easily damaged on the leading edge if raised on uneven ground. The bonnet is constructed from several sections bolted together and rust can start in the seams behind the chrome trim. Other areas to check for rot on a Jaguar E-type are both floor pan...
Although the E-type’s straight-six is a tough unit if serviced correctly, these engines can suffer from head gasket failure. Try to inspect the sides of the block for any recent coolant stains and signs of any mayonnaise-type gloop lurking underneath the oil filler cap, which could indicate coolant has mixed with the engine oil. Any light rattling ...
The E-type’s double wishbone front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering is mounted on the lower longitudinal rails supporting the engine, while the car’s complex rear independent rear setup is contained in a pressed steel cage bolted to the floor pan. If it’s possible, jack up each wheel in turn; the first items to check are all the bushes and b...
The good news is that every bit of hard and soft trim inside a Jaguar E-type’s cabin is available from specialist suppliers. The bad news is that a full interior re-trim for either a roadster or coupé will be a wallet bustlingly expensive exercise. Don’t dismiss a sound imported car with a tatty cabin though, as E-type prices know no bounds and any...
Since prices for Series 1 E-type are now out of most buyers’ budgets, a Series 2 is probably the best buy. These models offer the same glorious view down that long, louvered bonnet and drive the same way as a tidy Series 1. Later E-types enjoy improved seating and ventilation, which makes them more comfortable and useable but a decent one will stil...
The biggest change between 1961 and 1967 Series 1 E-Types and the 1968 Series 1.5 was the reduction in the number of carburettors from 3 to just 2 (North America), resulting in a loss in horsepower. Series 2 features were gradually introduced into the Series 1, creating the unofficial Series 1½ cars, but always with the Series 1 body style.
Jan 22, 2024 · A coupé is defined by its bodystyle, because most have only two doors and a sleek roofline. The BMW 4 Series, for example, is a coupé version of the BMW 3 Series saloon. Other notable ...
G54 involves far more playtime to get to the point where you're playing the other players instead of the rules, which is the point at which both Coup & G54 start to shine. I can categorically say that I will always choose Coup over G54 if there is even a single new player at the table.
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Dec 24, 2017 · I would go for a Series 2. That is because the S1 and the S2 are basically the same car, the differences being minor. The biggest difference is that if you go for an S2 you will probably retain $10-$30,000 in your back pocket as the S2s are much better value at the moment.
