1973 Jaguar XKE SIII V12 Convertible

If ever there was an auto manufacturer to take lessons learned from racing and apply them to their street cars, it was Jaguar. The legendary D-type was a formidable competitor on the track and Jaguar included all the D’s best traits when it debuted the E-type in 1961.

Arguably the most well recognized sports car of its era, the E-type had a perfect combination of curvaceous lines, high performance and affordable price. This winning combination helped establish it as an instant hit and its popularity has only grown stronger.

The evolution of the E-type is well documented. The initial 3.8-liter model lacked footwell space, had uncomfortable seats, massive brake fade and an engine prone to overheating—yet it was loved. Ten years and numerous improvements later, Jaguar launched a V12 engine in its E-type that provided lots of torque and horsepower. The V12 was not the only improvement for the third and final series of E-types—it was now well...