

Jaguar E-Type: The Definitive History
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This is an updated edition of a classic book that was first published in 1989 and remained in print for 20 years. The E-type was, and still is, a uniquely charismatic and important British sports car โ and this remarkable book provides the ultimate tribute to it. With lots of new information and illustrations, and presented in a handsome design in a larger format, this book is a 'must-have' for all enthusiasts of the Jaguar E-type. Early days: design and development; launch and reaction; specification and production. The 3.8: launch as roadster and fixed-head coupe; development and evolution; early racing activities; invading the USA as the XKE. The competition cars 1962โ64: development of the lightweight versions for racing; their successes โ and failures โ in GT classes of international racing. The 4.2-litre: a bigger engine for 1964; subsequent evolution through to Series II form; the 2+2 (a third body style) arrives in 1966. The Series III: the final model gets Jaguar's awesome 5.3-litre V12 engine; evolution through to the end of production in 1974. The later years: the born-again racing car; variations on the theme; in miniature; the E type today. Comprehensive appendices: specifications; the competition Es and their results; production changes; models; sales figures. Previous edition ISBN: 9780854295807. Signed by Author, Philip Porter
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