A CLASSIC Jaguar discovered collecting dust in an old barn had a glorious wonder hidden under its bonnet.
A beautiful 1969 Jaguar E-Type recently discovered in Dallas, Texas and filmed by famous car enthusiast Dennis Collins, known for his YouTube channel and appearance on the television show Fast N’ Loud.
The E-Type, also known as the XKE in the United States, is widely considered one of the most outstanding sports cars ever built.
This specific example had not been used for many years; Collins claimed that it had been parked since 1999 and that few people knew of its existence.
While the bodywork of the car was covered in a thick layer of dust, it overall appeared to be in good condition – with the interior in especially good nick.
But perhaps the biggest surprise is the mighty Ford 302ci V8 engine that had been placed underneath the bonnet, replacing the famous Jaguar XK.
Equipped with a functional camshaft, it appears that the Jaguar underwent a conversion that the owner claims was carried out through the prominent John’s Cars, Inc. , a company known for making many V8 changes to the Type E and other Jags of the time. approve.
Naturally, this gives this E-Type a little more oomph.
However, to accommodate the rugged V8 engine, the E-Type’s hood had to be changed with a “power boost” to ensure compatibility.
Last October, we revealed that Jaguar would build two new E-Type models according to the car’s original plans, 50 years after production ceased.
The brand’s internal historic vehicle division, Jaguar Classic, is able to take on the order at the request of a visitor from Southeast Asia.
The two new E-Types will be built to the original Series I specifications and will draw inspiration from the Series III commemorative 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 engine that was just discovered in the E-Type from 1961 to 1964.
Although sticking to the old specs, those new models will ship with a handful of modern conveniences, such as electronic fuel injection to upgrade the stock SU triple carburetors.
In addition, a Bluetooth radio and a heated windshield will also be discreetly added to improve usability.
To make the car even more exclusive, they will be fitted with hand-woven Bridge of Weir tan leather seats, with an aluminum center console embossed with an original E-Type design blueprint.
Deakin & Francis, England’s oldest jewelery production company, will also create the iconic ‘Growler’ badges in 18k 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 core customers.
However, the bosses convinced through the new “bold” approach, which will see Jag suspend all new sales for a year before relaunching itself as a company specializing exclusively in electric cars and focusing on the luxury segment.
That pace will be driven through its new GT model, the concept of which was unveiled 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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