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Dec 18, 2023 · The well sorted Series 2 starts at £33,800 ($48,300) and £25,100 ($30,200) for the Roadster and Coupé respectively, climbing to £105,800 ($200,000) and £75,700 ($132,000) for an immaculate car. The 2+2 ranges from £18,900 ($25,500) to £50,200 ($100,000).
Nov 8, 2019 · Jaguar E-type S1, S1.5 & S2: the Classic & Sports Car verdict A good Jaguar E-type is sensational to look at and an absolute joy to drive – and doesn’t have to be an expensive car to own. Buying a solid example, rather than having to spend a fortune turning a bad car into a good one, is the key.
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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...
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?
Mar 15, 2021 · The price – £2,098 for the roadster in the British market – also hugely undercut its rivals, a cost that would be the equivalent to £47,000 today. How much is your car to insure? Find out in four easy steps.
May 16, 2017 · The results were superb, as expected, offering a pure driving experience untouched by any other car on this list. S1 models have seen a good amount of growth recently, but the better-finished S2 still has plenty to offer — keep an eye out for special-edition models especially. Audi RS6 (C5)
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