Jaguar E Type - 'The most beautiful car in the world' - Finally time to tell you !

I have long admired the Jaguar E Type. A car Enzo Ferrari once called the most beautiful car in the world. In this video I get to drive an E Type for the first time and it finally time to tell you about an exciting new project with Turismo Watches that will bring some amazing car and watch content to the channel over the next year.
Turismo Watches is a new watch brand started by my mates Quentin and Andy. Inspired by motorsport and the cars of the 1960's and 70's their watches take their colours from racing liveries of the past. In fact their first watch has colours from Andy's Series 1 2+2 E Type.
For more information on Turismo watches then click the link below. If you use the code 'petrolped' a free Nato Octane watch strap when you purchase a watch. Simply put the watch AND the NATO Octane strap in your shopping cart, apply the code and the strap will be free...
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[@garryspice5931]

Shame no modern cars will ever look this good!

[@PetrolPed]

True 😜

[@davidevans4089]

We have definitely gone backwards.

[@jjefferyworboys8138]

All in the name of safety, not necessarily the drivers but the person you may hit. The DB7 designed by Ian Cullum is as close you will get, but this also couldn't be built today.

[@jjefferyworboys8138]

@@davidevans4089 The price of safety.

[@ironhorsehero1988]

Back in the sixties/early seventies a friend bought a 3.8 e type which he later swapped for a 4.2, I was lucky enough to have a drive of both. A dealer that we used to drive for asked us to deliver a 5.3 v12 to Preston so aged 22 I’d driven all three. Compared to Morris Minors, Ford Anglias etc it was like being in the Starship Enterprise. I’ve always considered myself to have been extremely fortunate to have those opportunities.

[@teggsy2165]

My ex brother inlaw had a Lotus Carlton i drove a couple of times was the fastest saloon at the time i think a twin turbo only came in a metalic olive green if i remember it could do around 200 mph,it had a proper stiff clutch i stalled it first attempt,back tyres were huge,i'm 63 driven Anglia off road as a teen too my dad let me,Hillman Imps and Triamph herald days

[@stevie007]

Hats off to Andy 👌👌such nice English gentlemen, and purchased a great classic car exactly at the right time. 👍👍

[@PetrolPed]

Oh yes 🙌

[@reinmansmith]

I can never forget an acquaintance in the early 70’s turning up in an E Type and taking me out for a spin…. That bonnet stretching out forever in front of us and performance that was interstellar in comparison to anything else at the time… a memory that has stuck with me ever since, just an achingly beautiful car 👍

[@timmartin7468]

What an interior and such an evocative sound from that straight six. Thanks to all involved and good luck the Turismo collaboration. Nice!

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks Tim 👍

[@ginggur17]

NOSTALGIA, that’s a magical ingredient. 👍👍👍👍

[@Quiquetenax]

My dad had an e-type. He sold it for a mini clubman when us children arrived. Happiness and sadness!!!!

[@PetrolPed]

😬😬😬

[@Roger.Coleman1949]

I shall never forget nearing home from a holiday in Scotland in ' 61 , a long, tiring and arduous 350 mile journey when we were overtaken by a British racing green E-Type .My dad looked round at me and said , "there's one of those new Jags ".The first time I'd ever seen such an incredibly stylish car as if from another planet, I can still recall that sense of wonderment and remember exactly where it was . Many years later , helped a now late friend rewire a 2+2 model and being allowed to take the wheel .There is no question the car deserves its place in history as truly affordable excellence in automotive engineering.

[@johnbrown3951]

That film took me back to my childhood when our neighbour who owned the local garage had an E Type which with that and his Lotus Cortina that I passed on my way to school probably sparked my interest in cars which has remained to this day. In my opinion one of the most iconic cars of my generation.

[@coltoncleveringa8004]

Top notch video all around Sir Pete!! Those watches are great. The car is fantastic and definitely beautiful! Loved this video. Also the view of that huge front end from the drivers seat is one of a kind. Thanks for sharing that point of view with us!

[@BMW7series251]

Great watch Pete. The sound of that six pot twin cam is wonderful!

[@richspjones]

Great stuff. I love cars and watches, like so many of us do, so this was a fascinating episode and evolution for your channel, Pete. I’ve just added a Farer to my collection, so will be looking at Turismo closely. Cheers, Rich

[@user-jg6vi4cd7v]

what a car what a film loved this like the watches too! my Dad had the same yellow Etype in 67 with a matching speed boat . cant remember the version! but i remember the car . I love classics when someone else owns and pays for them - me i like modern cars - everything works , no oil smells , no leaks and heated seats, no lay-by calling recovery trucks !

[@cephasmakuzva]

I cant wait to see this new journey with the watches and the e type jag is georgeous and so is that d type which as you said is crazy money especially now today. Really enjoyed todays film.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@markfourtyeight]

Thanks Ped, wonderful car, looks great from every angle, myself I think the MK1 convertible as the pinnacle, you can see the D type lineage.

[@richardcarter1000]

Wonderful. I've had my 65 S1 4.2 E-type FHC for 23 years. Been over the Alps a few times. Very special. The E-Type club is also great. Lovely people and great events.

[@bloodstockvip2176]

I had the honour and privilege of access to drive a v12 EType coupe in our family and it was as nerve-wracking as wonderful to drive. The bonnet goes on forever but the torque is so good you hardly move above a couple of thousand revs. I drove it to my work for a charity event and was very glad to return it safely to its owner. What a nice video to watch, reminded me of that last drive a few years ago now. The Etype is a true classic and icon. (Plus no charging issues sith Teslas lol- joke😁)

[@teggsy2165]

As a teenager i got a lift home in a 12 cylinder E-Type nice red one,i always remember the owner cleaning the spark plugs and how long that engine was.another funny thing a work mate of mine years after had a Spitfire i drove a couple of times he had the yellow colour one,this E-Type is a great example and wonderfull to see in such nice condition. Most memorable car i had was an ALFA 75 2.5 but the Auto sadley the Twin Spark V6 was a loverly sounding thing it burbled,rust got the back wheel arches in under 3 years,that's old Alfa's for ya!

[@andylaws4247]

Even though is a 2+2, it's still drop dead gorgeous. Enzo and Ped were right!!

[@gailchalmers3264]

Excellent video. Love the watches & seeing the car too. Great combo 🙌🏻

[@seancockram237]

Beautiful motor ..Great Design on the watches..looking forward to seeing more ..Thanks Pete 👍

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks Sean 👍

[@alasdairwilson4806]

Evening Peddlerz.Those watches are very nice,especially the Gulf one.Lovely E-Type as well,looks stunning.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks 👍

[@frasermacleod7642]

Fantastic video Peter. Great to see the guys and their stunning new watch brand, very nice indeed. The star of the video has to be the utterly stunning E-Type. What an amazing car, I’ve always loved them, one of my all time favourites. So glad you finally got to drive one and bring it to the channel 😉👌🏻👍🏻

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers Bud 👍

[@pril250]

Not a 2+2 fan....you should try an earlier 3.8 FHD one day.....good luck with the Turismo collection👍

[@ianashton886]

The view down the bonnet of the E-Type is fantastic.

[@PetrolPed]

Sure is 👍

[@SWR112]

Never had a Car and road suited each other more. I always think when driving through the like in North Yorkshire through the picturesque villages that a classic Car just would be brilliant. One of my favourite routes is from Sutton bank to Scarborough because we did it when I was young with my Mum and Dad on holiday from Scotland. Even driving thirty odd years now I still get goosebumps driving whatever my current car is at the time on that road as it brings back memories, but always promised myself if ever a I had a classic I’d do it. Brilliant the Car here has been with the owner twenty years, the type of car you pass and it gives you a smile.

[@smurph1962]

Evening all happy Monday 😊beautiful E type , great to see the Tourismo brand looking ahead , and what a collection of cars !!

[@PetrolPed]

Evening 👍

[@ginggur17]

My God, that’s an amazing bonnet view.

[@PetrolPed]

Yep 👍

[@peterkirton4580]

I remember a friends father owned on of these when I was very young in the 1950 era and he once drove from North West London to Edinburgh for lunch before the 70mph limit and speed cameras

[@robertcook2572]

...and endless roadworks, burgeoning cycle lanes and almost universal car-ownership.

[@sideshowbob32]

I thought these only came out in 1961?

[@peterkirton4580]

@@sideshowbob32 I may have got the year wrong but it was very early on in its manufacture

[@jeffabbott463]

E-Type one of my fave classics but never seen one of those higher roof line ones. Still looks great as do those watches. Good luck with the partnership!

[@sevesellors2831]

Beautiful car my pin up when I was at school!

[@ScenesThroughTravels]

I see what you did Pete , Your Hands said it all 🤣 .. Stunning watches , Hope to learn more

[@PetrolPed]

😂😂😂

[@PeakPerformanceReviews]

What an experience I can only imagine, definitely on my bucket list of cars to drive! Truly stunning car ❤️🙌✅

[@jjefferyworboys8138]

You will be very disappointed with how they drive, but will love the sound and view along the bonnet.

[@PeakPerformanceReviews]

@@jjefferyworboys8138 I own some classics myself so I’m guessing it won’t feel pin sharpe like a modern tool. That being said with these cars it’s about so much more so I’d love to have a go for sure ❤️🙌

[@davidmarr4606]

Not sure it's the most beautiful car but I can appreciate it's classic style and ambience. Well done and good luck with the watches. Cheers Dave from downunder 😎

[@lawrencegatt4515]

What a wonderful show love ❤️. Still into 1🇦🇺🏁🥂🍾 e tape.

[@leeclements4645]

Amazing stunning car and again lucky PED keep up the great work ..

[@PetrolPed]

Will do 👍

[@martinbridges835]

Love going there only 20 minutes from my home loving the watches Jag was lovely god you when down some of the narrowest roads I don't even take my Granada down them .

[@lawrencegatt4515]

It was more than wonderful Thanks 🥂🍾🏁🇦🇺

[@atstickyday3270]

I was quite happy with my S-Type.. Until I saw your video 😹🥺. Great vid as always! Love the Jag.

[@PetrolPed]

😂😂😂

[@davidoliver7977]

Lovely looking watches which I will add one to my collection. Never been a fan of the E type but of course its in the eye of the beholder as with all things. great vid Ped.

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers David 👍

[@davidoliver7977]

@@PetrolPed Just an aside Ped, you may recall my Nardo Grey RSQ3 which was featured on your site during first lockdown when we all blogged our cars. Well she has now gone, couldn't resist as was offered more than I paid for a near 2 year old car but with less than 5000 miles. Just collected a black Alpine A110 which is much more practical.....not, but what a hoot to drive. Booked in for PPF later this month then GTG. Taking her to Cornwall from Wakefield in June with 2 dogs in tow as well as myself and the General. For me a pair of speedos and a t shirt is all I will get in, the rest is for the General and the mutts. That would be some blog lol. Happy days. keep up the good work.

[@peterkirton4580]

One of my childhood friends father had an E type 2+2 and in the days before the 70 mph limit a long, long time ago he did a journey from middx to Ednbur

[@danielheathcote5625]

Lovely car, lovely watches, great guys.

[@jasonsmith-ei8eh]

Smashing jaguar sounds brilliant for it's age I don't envy you driving down some of the roads but having said that one word 🤭Mevagissey 😂roads are like the eye of a needle very tight but love the place yet another great video looking forward to midweek180 tomorrow sad really but I just love the content I actually fell asleep whilst watching this so calming keep up with brilliant work Pete cheers 🐾🐾🐾🐾

[@stanelder9995]

Nice watch partnership! Kind of ironic that I just finished building my DIY Watch Club Mosel, complete with DIY flame blued hands!

[@footey7670]

Very unique Jag with the higher roof and 2+2 it’s cool 😎 and just different, which I like 👍🏻 🍻🇨🇦!

[@JulianJacobs100]

Always loved the E Type, Beautiful.

[@jjefferyworboys8138]

Lovely to look at, disappointing to drive. The original build quality was poor as where all Jag's of the period. Still a favourite though.

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@mattb8734]

Gawjus car pete loved this one great content yet again👏

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks Matt 👍

[@andy70d35]

Jaguar E Type will always be the most beautiful car in the world for me nothing comes close, same as the Concorde will always be the most beautiful aircraft in the world. Anyone else agree?

[@randalhuseby3803]

Enjoyed the video! And as a priveliged caretaker of a 68 E type across the pond, I agree that while it definitely can go fast, a slow drive allows me to spread the joy to others. Cheers. PS. The F type R is where I go fast. 😊

[@sunilayya8948]

I think its an absolutely beautiful car alongside some equally stunning Ferrari models. I think Enzo went a bit overboard as his company too has produced some of the most beautiful cars in history.

[@PetrolPed]

Oh yes 🙌

[@rheostar]

Such a beautiful car!

[@chrisdakin7941]

fav. Jaguar love it 😀

[@briangreen5922]

Brilliant!

[@brianroberts8938]

Great video guys

[@ginggur17]

Hello my friend. A beautiful colour, matches a stunning car. I have a few watches, even got a couples of Rolex’s, liking the look of these Turismo models.

[@PetrolPed]

👋

[@bensharpe2013]

Great stuff Ped. E-Types are just lovely. I've always said if I win the lottery I will get one. Would have to be a roadster though 🙂

[@richardgrant5009]

Loved that.👍

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@davidrunnalls3039]

Fantastic car and really interesting about the watches! Could really see the concentration Ped!!

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@HQBProductions]

I’m glad you liked the E-Type and yes, that engine was super smooth in my XJ6…but if you lash out on one, please do not buy the 2+2…the looks are ruined! I also remember a dark blue one being driven rather gingerly by a somewhat “emotional” George Brown which I and other drivers had to keep well clear of as he meandered through the traffic! A friend bought a 1969 4.2 Coupe for £1000 when he was aged 21! That was 1984…he still has it of course! 😃😃😃😃

[@grahamwest1079]

Very nice had a powercut since Saturday and power just came back on so catching up.

[@PetrolPed]

That’s not good 😳

[@MikeTheBike58]

Loved this one Ped,an E-Type will be my first purchase if I ever won the lottery.

[@jamiep61]

I enjoyed watching the Video

[@vintermussen]

this IS one of my favorit cars along with a MORRIS MASCOT (my childhood Family car) and a MCLAREN F1

[@tonyw3250]

Love the car

[@dickiemcvitie1752]

A friend of mine inherited an E Type a few years back and as much as I can’t remember exactly what the speck was, he basically described it an a MK1 B… It was a light blue and was being restored at a place near Sevenoaks. He was going to get all the paint re done and get it running , then let me detail it!! Sadly they had to take it to another restoration place and that sold if a couple of years back. Shame, I wax looking forward to giving the old girl a good wash and a couple of coats of very expensive wax. I was looking in the window a a jeweller recently and saw a couple of watches o really liked.. It would have been an expensive day.. knocking about £2k for the pair… I’m still tempted but there’s nothing wrong with my current watch, so… Maybe one day..

[@martinhibbert1428]

More classic driving please? This was great.

[@PetrolPed]

Your wish is my command ;-)

[@RWBHere]

This is is is a car type which really could benefit from a good EV conversion and full bodywork restoration.

[@bizzie1956]

Cool car Peter 👍🏻

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks 👍

[@philipparkes5682]

Hi Ped Best of luck to Andy & Quentin in new business venture, entering a very competitive market indeed. Credit to Andy the condition of the E Type VGC, have to say 2 plus 2 not my favourite model. My first drive in an E Type roadster dates back to 1966, when a very good friend allowed my to drive his new car, only 3 weeks old. It nearly ended in disaster when an elderly gent pulled out of a side road, without stoping or looking. I did miss him but it did show up the deficiencies in braking of the early cars😲

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks Philip 👍

[@HawkMillFarm]

Almost scrolled on through the watches but please I didn't. Love what's been produced so far but 42mm is plenty big enough for some of us so a plea for 40 and 38mm case sizes please. That E Type is super smooth, and love the colour too, what happened to coloured cars!

[@kristianspencer1978]

I disagree with you, id take a mint 993 turbo s in dark blue any day over a jaguar e type.

[@leeandjancruise]

Stunning E Type, if I won the lottery I'd have Eagle build me one. Regarding the watches, no mention unless I missed it about the movement other than it being Swiss.

[@briangriffiths114]

I do agree that the E Type is quite beautiful but I prefer small classic cars like the original Fiat 500. I also have a soft spot for its modern equivalent which, for me, is aesthetically pleasing.

[@britishminiclub]

Enzo was totally correct. The E-Type is stunning 🤩

[@jjefferyworboys8138]

Enzo then made the 275 GTB which in every respect was so much better. The E type is still better value though !

[@tinniswood2577]

Beautiful car and love the watches, just my sort of budget under a grand.

[@lawrencegatt4515]

Love ❤️ the watches . 🏁🇦🇺💚💛

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@Quiquetenax]

And still sat under 2 ft of snow and -25 C here in Ottawa!

[@PetrolPed]

Wow 😯

[@mrmawson2438]

Very nice car's

[@mrmawson2438]

I watched you make a watch

[@francoisg3500]

First!! Evening all!! Hope everyone had a nice weekend and has a good week ahead.

[@PetrolPed]

Boom 💥

[@id70b40]

Great video, loved the Tourismo guys journey and story. I must admit that I’ve tried and failed to be a fan of the E-type…. Love Jags but not the E-Type… I’ve always thought they look a bit awkward.

[@lozetchells9164]

Enzo was right. And the Mark II is high up the list too. Why Jaguar don't make modern spiritual successors I'll never know

[@petermyers5793]

It’s nice, Harry Metcalfe’s XJ12C has it well beaten. So many XJ’s were produced, they were so common for thirty years that they’ve been totally under appreciated. Park that E Type next to Harry’s Jag and all eyes will be on the XJ.

[@sanmiguel4019]

Don't think so somehow!

[@petermyers5793]

@@sanmiguel4019 I know so.

[@peterbonnez]

Lovely. There's a good chance I fitted that Webasto if it was fitted from new & the car was sold in Brum.

[@PetrolPed]

Wow really 👍👏👏👏

[@garrymatthews4430]

When at school (long time ago now) I worked on a D type oned by the metalwork master. Never saw it finished unfortunatly as I left before hand. He broke his arm when trying to start it which must have been painful!!

[@PetrolPed]

Ouch 🤕

[@markwright3161]

10:57 Well you do need a practical family car if you're going to have a child. The E-Type 2+2 is the perfect choice. :)

[@benhur_9377]

👍❤️

[@gavhuddy]

Lovely colour on that E Type. Couldn't get the discount code to work on the watch site. Any guidance?

[@PetrolPed]

Place the watch you want to buy AND the NATO strap in the shopping cart. Then apply the petrolped code and the strap with be made free. Let me know if that works - [e-mail]

[@quen7770]

Email us if you are experiencing problems👍

[@23Piccolina]

Pete, while this E Type is a lovely design, I'd argue various mid-60s Ferrari's by Pininfarina, or the '63-67 Corvette Stingray are more beautiful cars. Just my opinion, but that's what I feel.

[@johnfrei9057]

Along for the ride in the Cotswolds in an E-Type this Yank almost felt like he was turning British.

[@NotEmilyInParis]

That’s Metcalfe’s road.

[@PetrolPed]

Yep 👍

[@thezanzibarbarian5729]

I've always loved the e-type. Whether it's the convertible or the coupé. I even had a dark blue, Dinky e-Type coupé some 55 odd years ago that had opening doors, bonnet and boot. Even the rear seat could be folded. Sadly, not in this rather insipid yellow. Sorry Andy if I've offended you 😬 Is this Classic Motor Hub in the Cotswolds open to the public? I've never heard of it.

[@guylambrechts2303]

what's not to like? Next Christmas will bring a watch I recon.

[@mrmawson2438]

My watch strap snapped so as it's a black plastic watch I got some black insulation tape an it's all good

[@nKKz]

I thought this was a video about a Jag ...

[@paulcoles3265]

Lovely video Ped! The ultimate Grand Tourer and the ultimate under a grand Turismo. What a combination. Who cares what the classic car snobs think about the Plus 4? What could be cooler than taking out your family* in the back of your E-Type? *kids or dogs (I’m not judging)…

[@PetrolPed]

I agree 👍

[@TheMDJ2000]

Can I ask what model MG that is?

[@PetrolPed]

Sorry not sure 😢

[@robertlloyd7493]

Hi

[@PetrolPed]

Hi 👋

[@shirleyboy8859]

Lucky Lad :-)))

[@PetrolPed]

Sure am 👍

[@jumpfortyfour9965]

etype is a great car if you ever get the chance drive one do it .