Jaguar D-Type Replica

This Jaguar D-Type replica was built in 1989 by Charles Motors LTD in London, England and has been driven 16k miles since. Based on the long nose body style, the car utilizes a tube frame and is equipped with a fiberglass and aluminum body. Power comes from a wet-sump 3. 8-liter DOHC straight-six mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox with overdrive. The chassis is constructed from a square tubing, and the body is a combination of GRP fiberglass and aluminum panels. The car is finished to resemble the LeMans winning D-Type Jaguar raced by Ecurie Ecosse. Features include a side exhaust, LeMans-style fuel cap, 18 gallon fuel tank, and Dunlop wheels wearing Avon tires. A tonneau cover is included with the sale, and the spare can be seen in its rear compartment in the gallery. The right-hand drive cockpit features five-point Luke harnesses, a wood-rimmed steering wheel, and period-style gauges. Power comes from a wet-sump 3. 8-liter DOHC straight-six that has been fully balanced. It features triple Weber carburetors, a Pertronix ignition, electric fans, lightened flywheel, and a high torque starter. The 4-speed manual gearbox is fully synchronized and equipped with overdrive. The car is fitted with an independent rear suspension sourced from an S-Type Jaguar that features inboard disc brakes. Front suspension comes from a 1988 Jaguar XJ, and braking is from discs up from as well. The square tube chassis can be seen above, and a number of additional gallery photos show the suspension and finned oil pan.