Jaguar D-Type
Jaguar
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Le Mans-winning racer of the 1950s. Three consecutive Le Mans wins, monocoque construction, the legendary fin.
The Jaguar D-Type is one of the most significant racing cars of the 1950s. Built to win Le Mans, it did so three years running (1955, 1956, 1957), using advanced aircraft-inspired monocoque construction, aerodynamic bodywork, and the famous stabilizing fin behind the driver. Its XK inline-six and disc brakes gave it pace and stopping power rivals could not match. Surviving D-Types are among the most valuable cars in the world. On WhipJury, the D-Type is a revered motorsport icon.
Frequently asked questions about Jaguar D-Type
How many times did the D-Type win Le Mans?
Three consecutive years: 1955, 1956, and 1957. It is one of the most successful Le Mans cars of the 1950s.