Production years: 1968 - 1971

The E-type Series 2 models were introduced from 1968 incorporating the necessary changes above, plus a wider intake ‘mouth’ to improve air flow into the engine compartment, revised rear lighting and updated interior trim. Now also available with a choice of disc steel wheels instead of the traditional wires, the range included all three body styes, roadster, fixed head and 2 + 2.

Model Summary

Model Type:

E-Type

Production Dates:

1968 - 1971

Engine Range:

4.2 Litre series 2

0 - 60 mph:

seconds

Top Speed:

mph

Series 2 Technical Specifications

Technical Information

Engine Statistics

	4.2 Litre series 2
Engine (cc)	4235
Bore and Stroke (mm)	92.07 x 106
Compression Ratio	9:1 (8:1 optional)
BHP	265
@ RPM	5400
Torque (lb ft)	283
@ RPM	4000
Fuelling	3x SU carbs, 2x Stromberg (US)

Engine Performance

	4.2 Litre series 2
Top Speed	mph
0 - 60 mph	seconds
Fuel Consumption	mpg

Model Specifications

	4.2 Litre series 2
Transmission	4-speed all synchro 2+2 B/W 3-speed auto
Wheel Size (in)	15, wire
Suspension (Front)	Ind wishbone, torsion bar
Suspension (Rear)	Ind lower wishbone, upper driveshaft link, radius arms, coil springs
Brakes	4-wheel disc, rear inboard

Model Dimensions

	4.2 Litre series 2
Length (in)	0
Width (in)	0
Height (in)	0
Wheelbase (in)	0
Front Track (in)	0
Rear Track (in)	0
Weight (Cwt)	0

Optional Extras

Choice of three radio installations with fitting kits
Two choices of bonnet-mounted wing mirrors
Locking petrol filler cap
Front seat safety belts
Rear seat safety belts for 2+2 model
Front seat headrests
Electrically heated rear screen
Sundym tinted glass
Alternative choice of tyres
Chromium-plated wire wheels
Chromium-plated steel wheels
Air-conditioning

Chassis Numbers

Model	Driver Side	Chassis No. Commenced	Number made
E-type Series 2 OTS	RHD	1R1001	775
E-type Series 2 OTS	LHD	1R7001	7852
E-type Series 2 FHC	RHD	1R20001	1070
E-type Series 2 FHC	LHD	1R25001	3785
E-type Series 2 2+2	RHD	1R35001	1040
E-type Series 2 2+2	LHD	1R40001	4286