Jaguar: The E-Type is 50 years old - History of E-Type

A legend is 50 years old. At the Geneva Motor Show (3 to 13 March 2011) Jaguar celebrated the 50th anniversary of the E-Type. In 1961, the sports car was the first time in Geneva "Parc des Eaux Vives" revealed. It quickly became the then costly 25 000 Mark bolide into one of the most popular sports car. The celebrities, including football legend George Best or movie star Brigitte Bardot is put to an E-Type. With such a positive response, Jaguar does not expect: First, only 1,000 copies should be made. In 14 years of construction, 72 500 worldwide buyer happy the coupe or the roadster. Since 1996, the E-type even a place in the New York Museum of Modern Art

Characteristic of the E-Type is above all, his unusually long hood, which is folded forward. The typical upturned exhaust pipes and the side-hinged rear door of the Fast Track part of the striking exterior of the sports car. Responsible for the design was Malcolm Sayer, who came originally from aviation and its aerodynamic skills previously earned at the LeMans winning race car C-and D-Type.

In the extremely long nose Jaguar installed a 3.8-liter six-cylinder. A four-speed transmission transfers the 265 horsepower at 5,500 revolutions per minute to the rear axle. This grabbed the E-type with a top speed of 240 km / h. In tests with the Roadster, an acceleration time was measured at 60 miles (96 km / h) of 7.1 seconds. 1964 Jaguar set up a 4.2-liter engine that delivers a maximum torque of 380 Newton meters at 4,000 revolutions per minute. First export models were equipped with air conditioning. For the Roadster, there was an optional hardtop. 1966 Jaguar developed at the request of American customers a 2 +2- seater. The coupe was longer two inches, the wheelbase stretched by 23 centimeters. By 3.8 cm increased the roof. For the longer Coupé optional three-speed automatic transmission was offered.

Second series with a new look
In 1968 came the first facelift for the E-Type. The second series has a detached and more lights and a much larger grille. The front and rear turn signals and tail lights have been designed in shape and migrated under the bumpers. At the rear, moved apart the exhaust pipes, the number plate moved further down.

Third series with a V12 engine
1971 Jaguar stressed the short program in the coupe and the roadster in the third series to fit the dimensions of the 2 +2- seater. Both received a 5.3-liter V12. By Harry Mundy and Walter Hassen newly developed engine brought a power of 276 hp and maximum torque of 408 Newton meters at 3,600 revolutions per minute. Compared with the previous six-cylinder V12 weighed thanks all-aluminum construction, only 36 kilograms more. The air flows at higher E-Type by a chrome grille. In addition, the track was widened by 82 millimeters. The larger tires also requires a wider fenders. The V12 is identified by four exhaust pipes - U.S. customers but had to be satisfied yet with just two tailpipes. The sprint from zero to 100 km / h covered the top version of the E-Type in 6.4 seconds.

Roadster achieve the highest auction prices
The biggest market for the sports car was the United States. Almost 70 percent of all models were overseas. Most E-Type models produced by Jaguar Roadster - a total of 33 996 vehicles. From short, there were 20 297 coupe. The 2 +2- seater was produced 18 222 times. For collectors, the roadster in the first series and the open variant of the third series with a V12 engine to the most desirable. For the first series Roadster auction prices are possible up to 100,000 €.

The next small Jaguar she called XS

Before the great salons in New York and Shanghai, Amsterdam AutoRAI attempt to automotive news. On this occasion, it seems from the local media that Jaguar will provide details on its next model to compete with loaded BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class and Audi A4. First indication, his name: XS.

Video: Jaguar XKR-S - The most sport Jaguar ever built

The most sport Jaguar ever built, made its debut in Geneva and the Italians gave the first video. The supercar is built to celebrate the 50th birthday of the E-Type and presented it in Geneva. H XKR-S features aggressive bumper, new fenders, fairings, side spoiler, black grille, LED floor lights, diffuser and a huge spoiler.

Engineering has installed a 5.0 liter V8 engine compressors attached 550 horses 680 Nm of torque. The 0-100 km / h makes to 4.2 seconds with a top speed of 300 kph. The suspension is new and has reprogrammed the system Adaptive Dynamics.

Jaguar XKR-S, the most powerful brand in history, arrived in Geneva 2011 Live pics

The most powerful model in Jaguar's history began today at the Geneva Motor Show. The model is equipped with a supercharged V8 engine provides 550 hp and 680 Nm. British coupe accelerates from 0-100 km / h in 4.4 seconds and can attain a maximum speed of 300 km / h. In addition to the great power and drive V8 offers the lowest CO2 emissions in the segment, which come under the "threshold" of 300 grams per kilometer.

Jaguar XKR-S has a subtle aerodynamic amended, including large air intakes and a different format of the front headlights. Adaptive Dynamics has been rescheduled to enhance maneuverability. The British also get a performance exhaust system that offers a very aggressive sound, inspired by motorsport. Although no mention of the fastest Jaguar ever, the model is the most agile and most powerful

The Jaguar XKR-S has an output of 550 hp The most powerful production car in company history

240 km / h top: The value provided for jamming mouths around 1961 in the Parc de Eau Vives on the shores of Lake Geneva. There, at the time of the legendary Jaguar E-Type was introduced. In the footsteps of his famous predecessor, now joins the XKR-S, which 50 years later made his debut at the Geneva Motor Show.

The Jaguar XKR-S has an output of 550 hp The most powerful production car in company history. The technical basis is the XKR. Its supercharged V8 engine with five-liter capacity was again increased performance. Thus, an acceleration from zero to 100 km / h in 4.4 seconds possible, the maximum torque is 680 Newton meters. A top speed of 300 km / h gives the Jaguars the membership in the elite "Club 300", so those cars, they crack the magical speed limit.
The XKR-S has a direct and, according to Jaguars are the only vehicle in its class with CO2 emissions below 300 grams per kilometer. An active sports exhaust system delights the ears with a racing-inspired sound. Added to targeted modifications come on suspension. In addition, the adaptive damping system was reprogrammed. For the price, the brand is expressed or not, a Jaguar XKR-S without additional stands with € 104 900 in the list.

Growler E 2011: The Jaguar E-Type New Style Photos

The Jaguar E-Type is one of the most beautiful cars ever built and it is one of the few vehicles that have made it into the New York Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). 50 years ago, the elegant car was presented at the Geneva Motor Show. To mark this anniversary, has a Swiss businessman who wishes to remain anonymous, create a new E-Type can be. The car is called Growler E 2011 and is based on the current Jaguar XKR.

Growler was designed in 2011 by Bo E Zolland and Robert Palm. Bo Zolland is Creative Director and Head of the Swedish design studio founded in 1999 Vizualtech. The Swiss Robert Palm works as a designer at the Swiss Design Studio Classic Factory. The Growler E 2011, according to its developers, people like that can not be friends with the new Jaguar design. The designers suggest that there is a loyal Jaguar fan base, which can with current models like the XF XJ or do anything. For people who is nostalgic for car like the XK 120, the Mark II or remember the XJ6, the new Growler made. And under the classically-inspired shell lies potent modern technology.

Photos of the Geneva Study Jaguars B 99 Concept 2012 by Bertone

If Italian design is paired with British elegance, the result is true. As with the Geneva study Jaguar B 99 The B stands for Bertone. The Italian coachbuilder in 2011 celebrates 99-year anniversary. The shape of the four-door B 99 with features of the classic Jaguar XJ is only 4.5 meters long, 1.95 meters wide and 1.35 meters flat - perfect proportions for a sporty, muscular appearance. The slender A-pillars, narrow windows and the subtle use of chrome make the B 99 to the absolute eye-catcher in the changing of the fair visitors to the Geneva Motor Show, the heads will turn. The drive concept of the B 99 was designed by Bertone himself: it is a "full hybrid with a long range" - to discover that even the Italians.

filmed the latest version of the prototype Jaguar XF 2012 2013 spy pics

Scandinavia has long been a popular place testers, especially in the winter season, where this time appeared Jaguar XF, a small camouflage, which clearly says that the changes necessary to wait at the front and rear panels.

Constructive change front is likely to affect the grille, headlights and bumper of course. The same can be said about the back. In addition, do not forget about the hood, aerodynamic body kit and other items.

No hybrid or electric transmission is not expected, but that does not mean that they do not appear. We recall that not so long ago was seen as just a hybrid version of the Jaguar XF.

Jaguar prepares new sedan and crossover

It became known that Jaguar are planning to launch a new family consisting of a small sedan and crossover 4x4 in 3-4 years.
The new family of Jaguar, known for its inter-code H760, will be a direct rival to the market the BMW 3-series.

Future series of Jaguar will join the sports model XE brand in an effort to reach back to 100,000 sales a year. Although last in 2010 it was good for business, sales were about 52 000.

The idea of Jaguar to launch new family of compact class to increase sales, by planning from the sedan and crossover to sell around 40,000 a year.

Future sedan will be the model of Jaguar, which will start modeling the company line. However, he did not baze small. Will have a length of about 4800 mm, comparable to that of the BMW 5-series. At the same time as the price will be a competitor to the BMW 3-series, whose new generation will also increase its size.

The weight of future Jaguar will be up to 1300 kg., Aiming to be at least 100 kg. lighter than the main competitor. Engines for the new family of Jaguar will be mainly four cylinder petrol and diesel, whose main feature will be fuel efficient and low emissions of CO2.

Began testing the updated 2013 Jaguar XK spyshots

Jaguar company started testing the updated Coupe XK, tells the British edition of the Car, published the first spy photos of the car.

Gamma engines updated car will remain the same: atmospheric five-liter V8 engine with 385 horsepower and 510-strong version of the same unit, equipped with a mechanical supercharger. Note that other information, the restyling Jaguar XK, you may receive a three-liter diesel V6 and a new gasoline engine of similar size.via

2012 Jaguar SUV : First pictures and details

Luxury, calm and SUV may be the next slogan of the brand feline who is expected to unveil the next 12 to 15 months the first elements of this new vehicle that could differentiate the Range by motors less than commoners Land Rover but no not know if the Jaguar versions will qualify for 2 and 4 WD or if they benefit only the 4 wheel drive

Funny and Creative Car Logos - Ferrari - Jaguar - Lamborghini - Maserati

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I had not seen these forms created by Dentsu Brazil for Minichamps (those miniature cars almost perfect). In them, four logos of famous cars (Masserati, Ferrari, Jaguar and Lamborghini) are presented in their ways "children"

Jaguar XF, unfortunately, only four stars from Euro NCAP crash test

British Jaguar XF could only get four stars on the results of crash tests conducted at this week's Euro NCAP.

According to the report Euro NCAP, the car failed to meet expectations in terms of safety of passengers, both adults and children.

"Structure and design of the dashboard is a serious threat in the collision, both for adults and children alike regardless of where they are in the car. Particularly vulnerable areas were the knees, hips and pelvis, so the estimates were not exposed to the best "- said in Euro NCAP.

As expected, the Jaguar is not happy with a similar result, but says that "respect" the opinion of Euro NCAP. In the near future will be made "debriefing", Jaguar will examine all the materials testing and will try to resolve the identified deficiencies, as has happened several times, after which the XF will be aimed at re-testing, where by it will wait only "excellent".

The Jaguar C-X75 concept live from Los Angeles

The concept designed by Jaguar for his 75th birthday made her U.S. debut at Los Angeles Auto Show.

Jaguar present the American public his concept C-X75, released on World in Paris last month. This model is based side look of the E-type as the new XJ and mark the 75th anniversary of the British manufacturer. But if for aesthetics, the concept follows the story of the brand, for mechanics, the C-X75 is in the air. Under the hood, Jaguar has indeed installed innovative hybrid propulsion: nest 4 electric motors in the wheels, the battery is it powered by gas turbines. They also bring a bit of a boost in motor (sport mode). The C-X75 then develops a 780ch swallowed 0-100 in 3.4 seconds.

Video: Jay Leno Concept Jaguar C-X75

New episode this day of "Jay Leno's Garage." If we were recently able to appreciate different tests from the M3 coupe muscular American Mustang GT through the Iberian Tramontana supercar radical R, the celebrated Jay Leno once found that the Jaguar C-X75 Concept which will benefit the rest of the next exhibition in Los Angeles for his first public appearance on American soil.

Not much more to add if not immediately invite you to discover the famous Jay Leno Concept Jaguar C-X75 below

Jaguar XJ and the new show says it will sell cars below 2.0

Jaguar has not invested much in their booth this year at the Hall of São Paulo and on Tuesday (26), the second day of the event, exclusive to the press, just introduced the new XJ. The line 2010 changed the look, especially the rear, and brings 5.0-liter V8 engine that delivers 510 supercharged horsepower and allows acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.2 seconds.

Mark says it plans to sell 60 units of XJ in Brazil, but the focus in this release are the markets of USA and China.

Famous for hot cars, Jaguar announced during a meeting with reporters that the future also plans to sell vehicles with engines below 2.0, but turbo.

The president of the importer of the brand, the SHC, Sergio Habib, said the partnership with Tata Motors is expected to grow and there are plans to open new stores in Brazil. The Jaguar that belonged to Ford, is now owned by the Indian group, which, he said, has increased the interest of the mark in the Brazilian market. The XJ is the first release within the plan to expand the brand.

Jaguar C-X75 concept production new live photos Paris 2010

The C-X75 is of Jaguar racing cars like the C-and D-Types of the 1950s and the Le Mans prototype XJ13 inspired from 1966. What it fundamentally differs from the old models: In the sports car body, there is no conventional internal combustion engine because the C-X75 is electric. The all-wheel drive super sports car has a top speed of 330 km / h and features according to the manufacturer alone with his electric drive a range of up to 110 kilometers. Prior to his batteries in a standard household electrical outlet to be recharged. Acceleration from zero to 100 km / h Displays the manufacturer with 3.4 seconds. At 300 km to the total of 780 hp 15.7 seconds sprint.

Jaguar XKR new live photos : an anniversary model North American

At Pebble Beach, Jaguar celebrates 75 years. As always at this event, marks brings their collection but not only.

The English brand has the opportunity to present a model to celebrate his birthday and will be reserved for market in North America.

This includes the specifications XKR175 XKR standard, starting with the 510 hp supercharged V8. It is distinguished by its black color, a special aerodynamic kit, red brake calipers and number plates.

This limited edition of 175 copies is restricted to North America (including fifteen copies for Canada) and $ 104,500 will be sold. Fortunately for you to pretty much there is a version for Europe.