The Ultimate Jaguar E-Type Buyers Guide

Everything that you need to know about the Jaguar XKE. We chat with Dean Cusano of Motorcars Inc. for a complete Jaguar E-type buyer guide that covers all models, including Series 1, Series 2 and Series 3 cars.

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[colinbarber]

My dad had a 1972 V12, luckily we didn’t have the horrible over riders in the UK, it was the manual version.
I was 17 at the time, so it was my job to look after it, so as it was 2 years old it was time for a plug change.
I climbed onto the engine and changed the plugs between my legs.
They were always prone to hose leaks, my reward for looking after it? I got to drive it every couple of weeks !
It was the 2 plus 2 version, I’ve checked on the DVLA web site in the UK, it’s still on its original plate and still running.

[jrtmonson]

As the owner of a few of these cars I loved this video - lots of pearls of wisdom. One gripe - next time please ask the cameraman to actually show the item being discussed! more please

[Ridgerunner]

When I was 21 I had a 67 roadster red with chrome wire wheels it was beautiful ...I thought I was the best thing that ever rolled out on the road 😀 I loved that car it just loved money more than it loved me 😂

[tonyking]

LOVEY COLLECTION. THANKS FOR SHARING.

[grandpa]

This man knows his Cars!
Since a boy always loved the body style!

[michaelfraser]

We all know the star of this show, amazing knowledge.

[richardwhatton]

A great run through the differences, thank you. Kind regards, Richard.

[robharding]

What a wonderful collection of my most treasured British classic sports car ! thanks for your E Type knowledge.

[OldLien]

Dean Cusano is the man when it comes to E-types. it's a shame whoever did the video recording was not as good. why did you not follow where he was pointing to on the cars?

[chrisvenning]

I've always loved Jaguars, I have had 7 Jaguars, 4 E Types, two 1970's a coupe and a OTS, a 1972 V 12 coupe and a 1971 OTS series ll ' that I have today.
when the kids came along I bought a 1972 XJ6 then bought a 1962 MK II and a 1966 3.8 S, never had and problems with any.

[tedecker]

I had a 63, the three heater fan selections were hum/rattle/ squeal.

[carsandstuff]

There are still a ton of differences between a 61 and a 64 3.8 series 1… cut outs behind the seats for more room is one, and obviously no flat floors, black dash not metal. Rear axle arms are thicker, silver wish bones vs black, the lost goes on and on and on . The late 67-69 series 1 (know as 1.25 to 1.5) had various differences apart from open headlamps, all 68 series 1 4.2’s had series 2 interior and black cam covers like a series 2 .. 67 cars still had series 1 interior but with open headlamps toggles and polished covers .

Also they changed the flat floors in early 62’ but kept didn’t have the cut outs still behind the seats until late 63.. Iv got a RHD 62’ it’s a flat floor tub but with wells, have restored over 25 E’s from outside lock cars to 67 series 1/5

[marksummers]

Some series 3s had 6s. Never heard anything good about the V12. All are BEAUTIFUL.

[pmascare]

Very informative video, enjoyed it. Thanks!

[gbtriumph]

Covers on the headlights of many cars often suffered from condensation. Supposedly the reason why NHSTA banned them.

[heikok.]

Very nice overview. It's a shame, that the details they were talking about often aren't shown.

[sa]

Hi... Im planning to buy e Type jaguar... Which model is the best... And what about the 12v 1972 is it good one or i should go for the one 4.2 60 s model ... Is the parts available.. Please advise

[matthewmorrison]

There was no series 3 coupe, only 2+2 and roadster.

[paulmarriner]

Hate to correct but footwells started in 62 not 63 Also Series 1 and 2 Hardtops are the same

[stevendriver]

Absolutely Brilliant Review. Well Done,