A CLASSIC Jaguar discovered collecting dust in an old barn had a glorious wonder hidden under its bonnet.
A gorgeous 1969 Jaguar E-Type was recently discovered in Dallas, Texas, and filmed by famous car enthusiast Dennis Collins, known for his YouTube channel and his appearance on the TV show Fast N’ Loud.
The E-Type, also known as the XKE in the United States, is one of the most famous and beautiful sports cars ever built.
This specific example had lain unused for many years; Collins claimed it had been parked since 1999 and few people knew of its existence.
Although the car’s chassis was covered in a thick layer of dust, it appeared to be in good condition overall, with the interior in good condition.
But the biggest marvel is the tough Ford 302ci V8 engine that has been placed under the hood, replacing the famous Jaguar XK.
Equipped with a functional camera, it turns out that the Jaguar underwent a conversion that the owner claims was carried out through the famous John’s Cars, Inc. , a company known for performing V8 swaps on E-Types and other Jags of the 19th century. past.
Naturally, this gives this E-Type a little more oomph.
However, to accommodate the tough V8 engine, the E-Type’s hood had to be changed with a “power hump” to ensure compatibility.
Back in October, we revealed that Jaguar is to build two new E-Type models using the car’s original blueprints – 50 years after it ceased production.
The brand’s in-house historic vehicle division, Jaguar Classic, will take on the task at the request of a Southeast Asian consumer.
The two new E-Types will be built to the original Series I specifications, but will remain so until the commemorative Series III edition.
Both will be coupe versions, one finished in Signet Green and the other in Opal Black, and will be powered by the same 3. 8-liter inline six-cylinder engine just discovered in the 1961 to 1964 E-Type.
While they meet the old specs, those new models will come with some conveniences, such as electronic fuel injection to upgrade the triple SU carburetors from inventory.
Additionally, a Bluetooth radio and a heated windshield will also discreetly add to the usability.
To make the car even more exclusive, they will be supplied with hand-woven brown Bridge of Weir leather seats, with an aluminum center console embossed with an original design drawing of the E-Type.
England’s oldest manufacturing jewellery firm Deakin & Francis will also create the iconic ‘growler’ badges using 18-carat gold and mother-of-pearl.
It has not been shown how much the two E-Types will fetch from the new owner, as they will take more than 2,000 hours to build by hand.
It comes as Jaguar has faced complaints in recent months following a radical rebranding in November.
The company’s new artistic direction, characterized through an advertising campaign, has been described by some as “woke”, and the logo is accused of alienating its key customers.
However, bosses convinced through the “bold” new approach, which will see Jag suspend all new sales for a year before relaunching as a company specializing exclusively in electric cars and focusing on the luxury segment.
That pace will be boosted through its new GT model, the concept of which was revealed earlier this month.
The car is expected to have a range of over 400 miles and a price tag of £100,000; has attracted ridicule for its bright pink color.
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