Jaguar E-Type Hire Guide: The Most Beautiful Car Ever Made
What it's really like to hire and drive a Jaguar E-Type: the experience, the occasions it suits, and what to know before you book one.
Enzo Ferrari is said to have called it the most beautiful car ever made, and few would argue. The Jaguar E-Type is the classic everyone recognises for its long bonnet, perfect proportions, and a presence that turns heads six decades on. Hiring one is a genuine bucket-list experience.
What it's like to drive
An E-Type is fast, low, and characterful, a true 1960s grand tourer rather than a modern sports car. The straight-six pulls beautifully, the cabin is snug, and the experience is all about the occasion rather than outright speed. It rewards a relaxed, confident driver who'll savour it.
Best occasions for an E-Type
- Weddings: few cars photograph as well; see our wedding car guide.
- Milestone gifts and anniversaries: see best classic cars for special occasions.
- A self-drive experience day on a great road.
- Film, TV and photoshoots: an instant period icon.
Self-drive or chauffeured?
Both are offered. For weddings and events most people choose chauffeured; you get the entrance without managing an unfamiliar gearbox. For an experience day, self-drive is the whole point. Our self-drive vs chauffeured guide weighs it up, and an E-Type self-drive usually carries firmer age and experience terms given the car's value.
What to check before you book
- Whether the car is a roadster (open) or fixed-head coupé.
- Series and era, if period accuracy matters for your occasion.
- Mileage allowance for a self-drive day.
- Age, licence, and experience requirements for self-drive.
See the wider model guides for how the E-Type compares to other icons, then find one for your dates in search.
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I hire a Jaguar E-Type?
- Yes. E-Types are among the most sought-after classics for hire, offered both self-drive and chauffeured. Book early, as the best examples go fast.
- Is an E-Type available to self-drive?
- Often, yes, though owners usually set firmer age and experience terms given the car's value. For weddings and events, chauffeured is the more common choice.
- What's an E-Type like to drive?
- It's a characterful 1960s grand tourer: fast, low, and all about the occasion. It rewards a relaxed, confident driver who'll savour the experience.
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Last reviewed 2026-06-01