Sir William Lyons: The Official Biography

Much has been written about Jaguar, but this is the first full biography of its founder Sir William Lyons, now published in paperback to mark the 110th anniversary of Lyons’s birth. This inspiring book, written by two eminent Jaguar authors, describes how Lyons established his motor manufacturing business and launched the Jaguar marque – and then masterminded decades of glory. This is the fascinating story of a man whose life was inseparable from his cars.

Philip Porter has been writing about  Jaguars for over 30 years and owns two fine examples: the oldest E-type in existence (the fixed-head coupé registered 9600 HP) and a roadster that appeared in the film The Italian Job. Philip is the  author of 17 books on Jaguar subjects, he also runs the E-type Club, which serves owners and enthusiasts worldwide.