The famous Low Drag GT based on the Jaguar E-Type made by the E-Type Eagle brand recently appeared on the auction floor in the US. In the world of rebuilt Jaguars, there are very few cars that look as impressive as this one.
Jeremy Clarkson drove this Eagle Low Drag GT in a 2015 episode of Top Gear and has been featured in several magazines. This model was built as a modern version of the coupe built by Jaguar in 1961 and construction of this car began around 2010. Only six Low Drag GTs were built by Eagle.
What differentiates the Eagle Low Drag GT from all other E-Types is that the car has a hand-formed aluminum body design and is finished with a bespoke Mercury paint job that gives the car a similar look. like having polished aluminum parts. The E-Type is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful cars ever conceived, but Eagle’s creation has an even more impressive appearance.
This unique model is equipped with 16-inch wheels with Vredestein Ultrac Giugiaro Design tires and is equipped with AP Racing disc brakes with front discs drilled with a cross pattern, and the car also has adjustable dampers by Ohlins. Powering this work of art is a 4.7-liter six-cylinder engine with an aluminum block, forged pistons, Cosworth valve springs, a large fuel tank with baffles and a crankshaft damper. harmony. The model is also equipped with a carbon fiber intake manifold, Pectel ECU and stainless steel headers. Combined with the six-speed engine is a 5-speed manual transmission that drives the rear wheels through a limited-slip differential.
The car has an interior covered in dark blue leather with flexibly adjustable sports seats. Eagle Low Drag GT also has a blue windshield, gray Alcantara headliner, upgraded air conditioning and sound system. The car has only run 9,495 km since Eagle built it. Currently, prices for the car have been paid up to $800,000 and the auction will end on June 5.