Under the skin there were many changes that made the Series 2 the most developed and reliable of E-Type model in standard form. The larger mouth, more efficient radiator and twin electric cooling fans improved cooling, while larger front and rear calipers substantially uprated the braking performance.

The most obvious change under the bonnet was the new ‘ribbed’ cam covers that, as of late-Series 1 production, replaced the smooth & polished ones. USA-spec’ models were also de-tuned with twin Stromberg carburettors, but the UK examples retained the triple SU set up. A lower first-gear ratio was also introduced for easier pulling away at junctions. 

The most obvious change under the bonnet was the new ‘ribbed’ cam covers that, as of late-Series 1 production, replaced the smooth & polished ones. USA-spec’ models were also de-tuned with twin Stromberg carburettors, but the UK examples retained the triple SU set up. A lower first-gear ratio was also introduced for easier pulling away at junctions.