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Hire a Jaguar E-Type

Hire a Jaguar E-Type

Hire a Jaguar E-Type from a private owner: Series 1, 2 and 3 roadsters and coupes for a day's driving or chauffeured for a wedding. Classic Jaguars across the UK.

Jaguar E-Type hire from private owners

The E-Type is the most beautiful car Britain ever built, and BookAclassic lists them from private owners across the UK. Series 1, Series 2 and V12 Series 3 roadsters and fixed-head coupes are available to drive yourself for a day or a weekend, or chauffeured for a wedding, an anniversary or a photoshoot. Every car is listed by its owner with real photographs, a description of its history and a price the owner sets.

E-Type models available

  • Series 1 roadsters and coupes from 1961 to 1968 with the covered headlamps
  • Series 2 cars from 1968 to 1971, the most usable everyday E-Type
  • Series 3 V12 roadsters and 2+2 coupes from 1971 to 1974
  • Faithful recreations and re-engineered E-Types, described clearly as such on the listing

Self-drive E-Type hire

Driving an E-Type is the reason most people come to this page. Owners list daily and weekend rates, mileage allowances and driver requirements, usually a minimum age of 25 to 30, a full licence held for several years and a security deposit. You meet the owner, walk round the car, get a briefing on the gearbox, the brakes and the temperature gauge, and set off. The Cotswolds, the Peak District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Scottish Borders are favourite routes, and many owners will deliver to a hotel or home for a fee.

E-Type wedding car hire

An E-Type roadster is a wonderful groom's car or getaway car, and a coupe suits a couple who want to drive themselves away from the reception. Owners offer chauffeured hire for the day with ribbons and photographs, and some allow the couple to self-drive from the venue. There is a dedicated page for Jaguar E-Type wedding car hire listing the cars available for weddings by region.

Other classic Jaguars

If an E-Type is not quite right for the occasion, Jaguar owners on BookAclassic also list Mk2 and S-Type saloons, which are the classic four-door Jaguar wedding car, XK120 and XK150 sports cars, XJ6 and XJ12 saloons, the XJS and the modern F-Type. Search by make to see all Jaguars near you.

Where to find an E-Type

E-Type owners are listed around London and the Home Counties, Birmingham and the Midlands, Manchester and Cheshire, Yorkshire, Bristol and the South West, and central Scotland. Search from your postcode to see the cars available on your date, and bear in mind that summer weekends go early.

How to book

Send the owner a request with your dates, pick-up location and intended use. The owner confirms availability, price and conditions directly, and you book securely through BookAclassic.

Reviews

1961 Jaguar Mk2

Holly D.

Andrew chauffeured me and my dad to my Cotswold wedding this past weekend, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From start to finish, his communication was brilliant — friendly, prompt, and professional. He arrived early, looked incredibly smart, and was such a gentleman throughout. He knew the roads perfectly and made the journey so smooth and relaxed. At one point I thought I’d left the rings behind in the hotel room (every bride’s nightmare!), and without hesitation he kindly turned around to help — such a calm and caring presence on what could have been a stressful moment! After the ceremony, Andrew stayed at the venue so we could take photographs with his stunning Jaguar Mk2 — and what a car it is! Absolutely immaculate, elegant, and such a joy to travel in. I can’t thank Andrew enough for being part of our day. He was kind, professional, and genuinely lovely in every way. I’ll certainly be sending photos once they’re ready! Do not hesitate to book Andrew and his beautiful Jaguar Mk2 — one of my absolute highlights was seeing that incredible car pull up on my wedding morning. Just perfect! Thank you Andrew!

1959 Jaguar XK150

Kieran Hari B.

David and his vehicle were phenomenal! He made the exit from our wedding venue extra special and did it with a smile, tons of knowledge about the car and a jolly enthusiastic attitude which was infectious! The vehicle itself was immaculate, lovingly restored and wholly original. As a 6 ft 1 bloke, I fitted across the backseat without issue, only needed to slightly bend my knees to squeeze in. The interior and exterior were spotless and the ribbons added gave it a very regal touch. David's driving was excellent and he made sure we were comfortable with the setup (no rear seatbelts in an original car), the route and the speed at all times. His knowledge about this car and its history really added to our journey and we enjoyed every second of learning about the fabulous vehicle we were riding in. Overall, I would unreservedly recommend both David and this car for anyone wanting a classic experience. Thank you David for such an amazing end to our wedding!

1925 Morris Oxford

Deborah M.

We couldn't have wished for a more memorable experience for our son's prom. From the moment David arrived, it was clear that Frankie is far more than a beautiful 1925 Morris Oxford - she is a living piece of British motoring history. Before the day, I had read Frankie's fascinating story, from her first owner, Major General Sir Leir Carleton, to her appearance on *Blue Peter* in 1977 and her participation in the London to Brighton run celebrating the centenary of Lord Nuffield. Experiencing that history in person made the occasion incredibly special. David was warm, professional and passionate about Frankie's heritage, happily sharing her story and making our son feel completely at ease. In a world full of Bentleys and limousines, arriving in a car with over a century of history was something truly unique and unforgettable. Frankie isn't just a classic car - she is part of Britain's motoring heritage, and David is a wonderful custodian, ensuring that her remarkable story continues to be shared with future generations. Thank-you David, for helping create memories our family will treasure forever. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone looking for something genuinely special.

2009 Dodge Challenger Srt8

Paul K.

I have nothing but singing praises in regards to Chris' service both behind the wheel of his magnificent machine or behind the screen in correspondence. Top man was able to do a near 200 round trip for a super reasonable price and gave full beans in my local area where it was safe and fun to do so. Hired as a way to kick-start my wedding day and he arrived promptly with plenty of time to drive. If you need a kind and professional driver that has a proper modern American muscle then look no further! Chris if you're reading this - thanks so much for everything, you made the day that much more special even the wife enjoyed the soundtrack of our arrival. Hope you're well and all the best to you :)

1984 Mercedes-Benz 500SL

Junaid S.

Working with Amir was beyond anything I could have hoped for my sister's wedding. The service was stellar in a few ways. To begin with the car: A beautiful, well kept SL500 that looked right at home for a summer garden wedding at Kew Gardens. All the classic touches (along with the wedding ribbon!) to really create a lovely entrance. As to the service: Amir is unmatched in ensuring the best for a wedding day. I had reached out to him slightly panicked, and he walked me through using this platform and what the service would look like. Both my mother and sister entered the grounds in the car, and Amir had made provisions to ensure that they looked their best on a sweltering 34 degree day with the top down, both before and after the wedding. He was professional, personalised the experience for us, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone. Many thanks!

1971 Triumph Stag

Edward C.

We booked Graham’s beautiful white Triumph Stag convertible for my daughter’s wedding day to take us from Earl’s Court to Chelsea Registry Office, and then to use the car for a photo shoot afterwards. Having never used BookAClassic before, we were a little unsure about relying on this service—and a car owner we didn’t know—for such an important occasion. But from the very first message, Graham was reassuring, warm and friendly. He clearly understood how meaningful the day was for us and instantly made us feel confident everything would go smoothly. On the day, Graham arrived well ahead of time, fully aware that London traffic can be unpredictable. He was the perfect gentleman—completely relaxed and accommodating—and his stunning white Stag was immaculately presented, complete with a white ribbon. After the ceremony, we hadn’t arranged any specific parking for photos (which is no small challenge in central London, with no-parking zones everywhere). But Graham handled everything so calmly and professionally—finding spots spontaneously and helping make sure we got the photos we’d hoped for. He made it all look easy, and everything involving the car went off without a hitch. We honestly couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you so much, Graham!