As the successor for the XK 120-150 series of Jaguars, the E-type not only exceeded the legendary status of their first post-war success, but also grew the company into an even larger success. The E-Type was powered by Jaguar’s tried and true 3.8-liter, straight six-cylinder engine. Its horsepower was rated at a respectable 265, and it could muster a top speed of 150 mph. The E-Type was also equipped with a modern independent suspension that masterfully mixed precise handling, comfort, and performance. The design of the suspension proved to be so effective that it remained in various Jaguar models for over 25 years.

This desirable early E-Type completed manufacture on 27 November 1961 and was dispatched to Jaguar of Eastern Canada in Montreal on 7 December. The car was originally finished in Cream over black interior and fitted with a black convertible cloth top. Shortly after delivery, the Jaguar was acquired by its first owner Jute S. R. Lachler from JWF Cars Ltd. in Toronto. Previous owners are noted as Richard Lucas of Nepean, Ontario, from 1975 to 2001, when ownership then transferred to Alasdair McNellan of Oakville. Remaining in Canada, the car was later acquired by the current owner from McNellan in May 2009. Several years thereafter the owner decided to have his E-Type fully restored between 2012 and 2013. The E-Type was refinished in the traditional color combination of British Racing Green with a Biscuit leather interior and matching tan top. At this time the original 3.8-liter engine was fully rebuilt and features its original matching-numbers cylinder head and block numbers. The four-speed manual gearbox is also said to be the original.

Considered by many to be a work of art, a similar example is a permanent exhibit at the New York Museum of Modern Art. This stunning, rare E-Type is sure to turn heads wherever it goes.