The Legendary Jaguar XKE

The E-type Jaguar is the epitome of British craftsmanship, performance and beauty. With its debut in 1961, the XKE has long been held in high collector status with the likes of Ferraris and other marques many times more expensive.

Possibly the most gorgeous automobile ever built... the Jaguar E-Type


The sleek timeless lines of this beautiful automotive sculpture defy description


The XKE looks sleek and sexy from any angle.


The long sloping hood tilts forward, fenders and all, to reveal the sophisticated V12 engine.


Few cars exhibit such graceful lines from the rear


The beautiful XKE engine , based on an aeronautical design, is a work of art and the focal point E-type


Matched Connolly leathers and all the trimmings... what a cockpit!



The only downside to early Jaguars were reliability issues. Lucas electrics were notorious. Read a fun history of The Prince of Darkness..

In 1996 Jaguar released the log awaited successor to the XKE, the legendary XK8, the new standard in British luxury sports cars. See a full page of photos on my sleek anthracite XK8.