The British company E-Type UK has been dedicated since 2008 to the sale, restoration and reconstruction of Jaguar's most iconic models. Now, through its Unleashed brand, it has just created a restomod of the Jaguar E-Type Series 3 produced in 1971.
It all starts with a “donor car”, which is then modified, in a process that takes more than 4,000 hours to complete. One of the first changes made is to the platform, which needs to be lengthened.
Then comes the V12 engine, which E-Type UK insists on preserving, but with some changes. Instead of the original 5.3 liters, this block sees its capacity grow to 6.1l and power rise from 276 to 400 hp.
To achieve this increase in power, a direct injection system and a new sports exhaust in stainless steel and ceramics were used. The five-speed manual transmission in aluminum is also brand new, but it still “sends” the torque only to the rear wheels.
In addition to this, new anti-approach bars, new disc brakes with four-piston front brake calipers and fully adjustable shock absorbers were installed.
But if the mechanics elevate the Jaguar E-Type to “other championships”, the aesthetics have changed little or nothing, or this was not one of the most elegant cars ever. However, the British company highlights the small changes made to the bumpers, the front grille and the light groups, which became LED.
Inside, the highlights are heated seats, LED ambient lighting, the “Start” button, surround sound system, heated windscreen, central locking, electric windows, air conditioning and Bluetooth connection.
As for the finishes, E-Type UK guarantees that they can be customized to each owner's taste, just pay. And speaking of paying, it's important to say that anyone who wants to take one of these “Jaguar E-Type by Unleashed” home will have to pay 378,350 euros. And the price of the “donor car” is not included…