1972 | Jaguar E-Type V12 (2+2)

• Huge spec includes 6.1. Litre V12 with 405bhp at the Wheels

• Custom interior with electric seats

• Getrag five-speed gearbox

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

The Series III Jaguar E-type is already a fine Grand Tourer, but this particular example has been extensively upgraded in order to offer even more performance. It has been finished to an extremely high standard and features numerous modifications to ensure that it handles and drives better than ever.

Beneath the long bonnet, the V12 engine has been bored out from 5.3 litres to 6.1 and now features fast-road camshafts from renowned engine specialist Rob Beere Racing. JE pistons have been fitted, along with Cometic head gaskets, Jenvey throttle bodies and an Emerald K6 engine management system.

An aluminium flywheel was specified and the big V12 drives through a Getrag five-speed gearbox – a popular upgrade among E-type owners and a big improvement over the standard Jaguar four-speed unit. Ancillaries include a high-torque starter motor and uprated alternator, while maintenance is made easier thanks to the presence of a spin-off oil filter.

An alloy radiator and electric fans help to keep everything cool, and the engine is fed via an uprated fuel pump.

The sports exhaust system features tubular manifolds and was fabricated by well-respected Scottish specialist Classic Fabs. Not only does it help the engine to breath more efficiently, it ensures that this E-type sounds superb.

Gold Fosseway 6 Pot front and 4 pot rear brakes have been fitted, rear, as well as Gaz adjustable dampers. Uprated anti-roll bars are used, while the torsion bars have also been uprated and Polybushes have been employed throughout. The handbrake, meanwhile, is now electrically operated.

The E-type runs on 16in centre-laced wire wheels, while the bodywork has been debadged, the front bumpers modified and the overriders deleted, and even the front grille has been altered. Inside, the bespoke cabin featured electrically operated leather seats from the Jaguar XK8, and the E-type Series I dashboard has been fitted with magnolia gauges and flush push-buttons on the centre section in place of the original toggle switches. LED lighting has been used throughout.

Everywhere you look, the finish on this Jaguar E-type Series III is superb and it really needs to be seen to be fully appreciated. Now being offered for sale by The Classic Motor Hub, this E-Type Restomod is a unique take on this powerful and stylish British Grand Tourer.