This Jaguar Appears Invaluable, Yet The Market Has A Contrasting Narrative | Carscoops

      The interior of this E-Type showcases vibrant red leather that beautifully contrasts with the exterior.

      Jaguar's continuation of the E-Type Lightweight initially had a price tag exceeding $1.6 million.

      Only six continuation units were produced by JLR’s Special Vehicle Operations, beginning in 2014.

      Equipped with a 300 hp inline-six engine featuring Weber carburetors, it comes with upgraded suspension components.

      Even in a market saturated with carbon fiber supercars and highly digitized electric vehicles, there's something irresistibly appealing about a classic design revitalized through meticulous craftsmanship. The hand-built E-Type Lightweight Continuation by Jaguar is a prime example, harking back to an era when racing heritage was embodied in polished aluminum and unrefined mechanics.

      In 2014, Jaguar announced the construction of six new Lightweight E-Types to finalize an original production run that had gone unfinished. The goal was to create 18 of these unique vehicles between 1963 and 1964, but only 12 were completed before the initiative was halted.

      These six unproduced models remained in limbo until Jaguar's Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) division revived the project over fifty years later. Currently, one of these six continuation models is set to go to auction in August, with estimates ranging from $900,000 to $1.4 million.

      The Original Continuation That Began It All

      This E-Type Lightweight Continuation serves as the original press and promotional vehicle that was utilized when the program was initially introduced by JLR’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO). It has remained under single ownership since it was new and still looks as stunning as it did when it first left the factory.

      The exterior is a breathtaking piece, painted in a silver hue that reflects a subtle purple tint depending on the lighting. The car also features white roundels on the sides and hood, along with a set of beautiful silver wheels wrapped in thick Dunlop tires.

      All E-Type Lightweight Continuation models are constructed with lightweight aluminum panels and are powered by a 3.8-liter naturally aspirated inline-six engine. This engine has an aluminum block with steel liners and can be equipped with fuel injection or carburetors. This specific model utilizes the three Weber carburetor arrangement, producing 300 hp and 280 lb-ft (380 Nm) of torque to the rear wheels. SVO has also installed enhanced shocks and front torsion bars.

      A Price Decrease That Can't Be Overlooked

      The estimated value of this car is somewhat unexpected. Upon its release, the Continuation had an asking price of around $1.6 million. In 2020, RM Sotheby’s sold one for $1.71 million. Just ten months later, the very same car was resold by RM Sotheby’s for a mere $1.05 million.

      While one might have believed the E-Type Lightweight Continuation would be a sought-after collector's item, that doesn't seem to be the case. You can view the complete listing for the forthcoming sale here to see its next destination.