Every Jaguar XKE devotee knows that the more original this iconic car is fitted with truly original parts the more valuable it will be and therefore a better return on your prized asset. With all the confusing information available on XKE´s it could be hard to track the right part specifically for your Jaguar XKE if you´re not aware of its series specifications.

The original Jaguar XKE chassis specifications are as follows:

JAGUAR XKE 3.8 Liter Series 1 OTS (Open Two Seater)

Weight and front / rear distribution 24 cwt, 51% front, 49% rear.
Wheelbase 8 ft, front track 4 ft 2 in, rear track 4 ft 2 in, length 14 ft 7.5 in, width 5 ft 4.25 in, height 3 ft 11 in with hood raised.
Front suspension – fully independent – wishbone, torsion bars, anti-roll bar.
Rear suspension – fully independent – lower wishbone upper drive shaft link, radius arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar.
Brakes – Dunlop discs, vacuum servo.
Tires and wheels – Dunlop 6.40 x 15 RS5 (racing tires optional) on 15 inch x 5K wire wheels (rear 5.5K wheels supplied with racing tires).

1961 Jaguar XKE

JAGUAR XKE 3.8-Litre Series 1 FHC (Fixed Head Coupé)

Weight and front / rear distribution 24.1 cwt, 49.6% front, 50.4% rear.
Wheelbase 8 ft, front track 4 ft 2 in, rear track 4 ft 2 in, length 14 ft 7.3 in, width 5 ft 5.2 in, height 4 ft.
Front suspension – fully independent – wishbone, torsion bars, anti-roll bar.
Rear suspension – fully independent – lower wishbone, upper driveshaft link, radius arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar.
Brakes Dunlop discs, vacuum servo.
Tires and wheels – Dunlop 6.40 x 1 5 RS5 (racing tires optional).

JAGUAR XKE 4.2-Litre Series 1 OTS (Open Two Seater)

Weight and front / rear distribution 25.1 cwt, 49.5% front, 50.5% rear.
Wheelbase 8 ft, front track 4 ft 2 in, rear track 4 ft 2 in, length 14 ft 7 in, width 5 ft 6 in, height 4.25 ft.
Front suspension – fully independent – wishbone, torsion bar, anti-roll bar.
Rear suspension – fully independent – lower wishbone, upper driveshaft link, radius arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar.
Brakes – Dunlop discs, vacuum servo.
Tires and wheels – Dunlop 6.40 x I6 RS5.

4.2 XK engine

JAGUAR XKE 4.2-Litre Series 2 2+2 (Two Plus Two)

Weight and front / rear distribution 27.7 cwt, 50% front, 50% rear.
Wheelbase 8 ft 9 in, front track 4 ft 2.25 in, rear track 4 ft 2.25 in, length 15 ft 4.5 in, width 5 ft 4 in, height 4 ft 2.5 in.
Front suspension – fully independent – wishbone, torsion bars, anti-roll bar.
Rear suspension – fully independent – lower wishbone, upper driveshaft link, radius arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar.
Brakes – Dunlop discs with vacuum servo.
Tires and wheels – SP 4I 185 – 15 inch.

JAGUAR XKE Series 3 V12

Weight and front / rear distribution 28.8 cwt, 52% front, 48% rear.
Wheelbase 8 ft 9 in, front track 4 ft 6.5 in, rear track 4 ft 5 in, length 15 ft 4 in, width 4 ft 1 in, height 5 ft 6.25 in.
Front suspension – fully independent – wishbone, torsion bars, anti-roll bar.
Rear suspension – fully independent – lower wishbone, upper driveshaft link, radius arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar.
Brakes – Girling discs, front are ventilated, servo assisted.
Tires and wheels – Dunlop E70 VR – I5 in on I5 in x 6K wire or solid wheels.

Jaguar XKE Series 3 V12

JAGUAR XKE Series Three V12 2+2

Weight and front / rear distribution 29.5 cwt, 50.9% front, 49.1% rear.
Wheelbase 8 ft 9 in, front track 4 ft 6.5 in, rear track 4 ft 5 in, length 15 ft 4 in, width 4 ft 1 in, height 4 ft 3 in.
Front suspension – fully independent – wishbone, torsion bars, anti-roll bar.
Rear suspension – fully independent – lower wishbone, upper driveshaft link, radius arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar.
Brakes – Girling discs, front are ventilated, servo assisted.
Tires and wheels Dunlop E70 VR – 15.

JAGUAR XKE Series 3 V12 Grand Tourer: US Specs

Weight and front / rear distribution 30.1 cwt, 53% front, 47% rear (figures variable depending on extras fitted).
Wheelbase 8 ft 9 in, front track 4 ft 6.5 in, rear track 4 ft 5 in, length 15 ft 4 in, width 4 ft 1 in, height 4 ft 3 in.
Front suspension – fully independent – wishbone, torsion bar, anti-roll bar.
Rear suspension – fully independent – lower wishbone, upper drive shaft link, radius arm, coil springs, anti-roll bar.
Brakes – Girling discs, front are ventilated, servo assisted.
Tires and wheels Dunlop E70 VR – 15.