April 29, 2011. Paul Hixon
credit: Martin PettittEurope has manufactured several of the most desirable passenger cars in the history of motor vehicles, however only a very few companies in this particular part of the globe have unquestionably obtained the reputation and prestige that Jaguar has. Jaguar is amongst the hottest and best known of European auto makers today, and their offerings have repeatedly broken records, set standards, and become benchmarks over time.
This is why today, as then, auto lovers seek out the finest Jaguar car deals around.
Established in 1922, Jaguar, as we know the company today, started out as the Swallow Sidecar Company, a producer of sidecars for motorbikes. It continued to be known as such until the end of World War II, when it was forced to undergo a name change due to the connotations associated with the initials of the company’s name (SS made people think of the Nazis). Not long afterwards, the company was acquired by Rubery Owen. Under the leadership of Owen, Jaguar accomplished new levels in sales figures, popularity, and fame.
During the nineteen forties, Jaguar began to develop the foundations for its upcoming legendary automobiles, and the vehicles produced during this time would become several of the most sought after, even by today’s standards. From the XK120, to the legendary Jaguar E-Type, the cars during this period would make a mark for their engineering, aesthetics, and general performance. In reality, the development of the E Type heralded Jaguar’s ascension to the world stage as among the most state-of-the-art and popular auto makers of all time.
Jaguar continued to evolve over the years, manufacturing even more renowned luxury sport cars, such as the XJ12, XJ-S, XK8, as well as the S-Type and E-Type versions. Every one of these cars have, in their time, set new expectations within the automotive community.
These breakthroughs would eventually make Jaguar into one of England’s most famous auto makers. To this day shoppers seek out the best Jaguar deals, such as a well-maintained, used Jaguar S Type for sale. It really is proof positive to the brand‘s triumphs, and well-deserved status as one of the very best auto makers of all time.
Updated April 29, 2011. Published April 28, 2011. Paul Hixon
