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Jaguar E-Type Glen Smale

Jaguar E-Type By Glen Smale

Jaguar E-Type by Glen Smale


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Presents a study of the design of the immortal Jaguar E-type. Following an introduction to Jaguar's heritage, this book reveals how design inspiration and technical advances combined in the development of this remarkable sports car.

Jaguar E-Type Summary

Jaguar E-Type: Portrait of a Design Icon by Glen Smale

This superbly produced book is a detailed study of the design of the immortal Jaguar E-type, which consistently tops the ranks of the most beautiful cars ever produced. Following an introduction to Jaguar's heritage, the book reveals how design inspiration and technical advances combined in the development of this remarkable sports car. The analysis continues with the launch of the E-type in 1961, through its model history and motor sport achievements until production ceased in 1975, and the legacy that has influenced various Jaguar designs ever since.

About Glen Smale

Glen Smale is an automotive research consultant and journalist with a lifelong love of Jaguar. He is the author of Porsche: The Carrera Dynasty, published by Haynes in May 2006.

Table of Contents

Jaguar's early sports cars: racing cars to production prototypes. The gestation of the E-type: understanding customers' emotions, design study, early developments, aerodynamic testing. The birth of the E-type: Geneva Motor Show 1961, E-type engineering and manufacturing, early motor sport victories. The E-type grows up: exports to the USA, marketing and advertising, the Series 1 2+2 and design challenges to retain the flowing lines. Middle and old age: Series 2 changes, US influence creeps in, the heavier Series 3, E-type awards and achievements, demise of the E-type. Legacy: XJS early styling, XJ220, XK8/XKR, XK180, F-type, XK (2005), the future.

Additional information

GOR006022568
9781844253388
1844253384
Jaguar E-Type: Portrait of a Design Icon by Glen Smale
Used - Very Good
Hardback
J H Haynes & Co Ltd
20070419
232
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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