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Jaguar E-Type (Series 2)

1968–1971

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  • Lowest price

    US$11,777

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$71,000

    Since 2020 · n=31

  • Highest price

    US$156,750

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    31

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 31 lots

Jaguar E-Type

Based on 31 verified auction results

BUYBottomed Outhigh confidence

US$70,750

Market value · recent verified sales

-7.8%

12-month change

Strong Buy

Trend favours buyers right now. Move while supply is loose.

Price has settled around current levels after a decline (12-mo change -7.8%). Often a buy window before recovery.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$77,493

+10%

5-Year Forecast

US$79,798

+13%

Market scores

55

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Moderate

40

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Limited-slip diff

    US$19,141-27%

    9 with · 40 without · high confidence

  • Built ≤ 1969

    US$3,532-5%

    28 with · 21 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Jaguar E-Type Series 2 is trading at a median of $70,750 in the US market, down 7.8 percent over the past year—a pullback that has positioned the model at a support level after sustained softness in 2024. The dip appears to have exhausted near-term selling pressure, signaling entry conditions for buyers willing to absorb recent depreciation.

Transaction flow remains modest but consistent, with ten sales tracked in the trailing twelve months against a total dataset of 31 transactions. This moderate liquidity suggests realistic selling timeframes for quality examples, though buyers cannot expect the rapid turnover available in higher-volume segments.

Series 2 examples in the tracked market show an average mileage around 53,000 miles, typical for preserved classics that have seen moderate but responsible use. The model carries a collectibility rating of 6—solidly in the appreciating classic tier—reflecting its iconic design lineage and enduring appeal within the British sports car community.

The three-year projection holds at $77,493, a modest 9.5 percent gain from current levels, while the five-year base case suggests $79,798, implying 12.8 percent cumulative appreciation through 2029. These gains assume stable collector demand and no material shifts in the exotic-car market; they reflect the E-Type's stable but measured momentum rather than aggressive upside.

The Series 2's fundamentals support a recovery narrative over the medium term, particularly given that recent declines have priced out marginal buyers rather than signaling structural weakness in the model's appeal. Desirability remains moderate within the E-Type family—typically below Series 1 examples—but current pricing reflects that positioning fairly.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$70,750
  • Annual appr. rate-7.8%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked50
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared50 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,830
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months24
  • Sell-Through77%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$70,413
  • Avg Mileage at Sale53,000 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$11,777 – US$156,750
  • Total Sales Tracked31

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$70,123

    Bring a Trailer · 17 Aug 2026

  • US$44,000

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$53,900

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$26,400

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$34,100

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$65,000

    Bring a Trailer · 10 Aug 2026

  • US$80,888

    Bring a Trailer · 9 Aug 2026

  • US$57,000

    Bring a Trailer · 8 Aug 2026

  • US$90,000

    Bring a Trailer · 4 Aug 2026

  • US$71,000

    Bring a Trailer · 3 Aug 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.