Getting Sideways in the 500 hp 1969 Jaguar E Type | Build Cost $300K

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  • @jimcockburn4652
    @jimcockburn4652 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    $300K for a handbuilt fully metallic E-Type Jaguar..........worth every cent and more. I'm not a Jag guy, I bet you have a special spot for this one, it has me walking on three legs.

  • @skunstt
    @skunstt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This might be the most exciting E type ever !

  • @sidefx996
    @sidefx996 6 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Obviously not the cheapest or easiest route but it's really cool they build the car almost all Jaguar. NOT a cheap car to work on, restore or modify. Certainly won't see one of those next to you at the next stoplight. Really unique car.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      sidefx996 glad you appreciate the commitment and creativity. And this car was built 13 or 14 years ago.

  • @finallyitsed2191
    @finallyitsed2191 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    There is absolutely nothing wrong with modifying ANY car, including Jaguars. What a really nice job these guys did of this one.

  • @branon6565
    @branon6565 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    There's valid reasons why these E-Types are worth so much money, and have such a huge following....I personally really like Jags, especially the independent, posi rearends....

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This one has me looking at Jags in a completely different way. Awesome!!

  • @ChipNorthrup
    @ChipNorthrup 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Very well done - they took the best elements of the 6 cylinder cars and added an upgraded V-12 - only thing "wrong" are the wheels. Other than than - A +

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed. I don’t mind the wheels but I’m not a big Jag guy. Wires probably would’ve looked better

    • @sidneygriffiths5737
      @sidneygriffiths5737 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AutotopiaLA absolutely those old skool wires would have been the cherry on top!

    • @rickstorm719
      @rickstorm719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      500 hp destroys wire wheels is why they didn't use them, but they did use Jag wheels. I also like wires on Jag E types.

  • @hurricanesam1
    @hurricanesam1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I never seen a burnout with a old jaguar before that’s so cooooooool

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hurricane Sam you and me both. This is a badass hotrod disguised as a classy Jag

    • @alfazedz1791
      @alfazedz1791 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@AutotopiaLA My favorite part, and it was surprising after seeing the burnouts at the beginning of the video, is that it is a souped up Jaguar 12 cylinder, not an American V8. Don't get me wrong, I love American V8s, but not in an E type (although I wouldn't turn one down either). He said it was bored out 4mm and had a stock crank/stroke; I have to think it has an aggressive cam profile and maybe bigger valves. Weber carbs and headers don't seem like they are enough to turn this kitty into such a fire breather.

    • @craigmartin2092
      @craigmartin2092 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely a first! Vintage Jag Burnout....w/ the pops & crackles 4the win!!

    • @kimosabbe50
      @kimosabbe50 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alfazedz1791 Well stated. My very first thought was "LS swap" ... second was "I hope they rewired that beautiful beast". www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/lucas-electricals-as-bad-as-everyone-says/

    • @alfazedz1791
      @alfazedz1791 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kimosabbe50 Lol. Lucas is good for Star Wars but not Jaguars.

  • @boston7704
    @boston7704 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Holy crap. This car looks like a beast.
    A beast in Harris tweed

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      James Neumann awesome comment! Totally agree.

  • @305dadecounty_grabberbluem5
    @305dadecounty_grabberbluem5 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    OK...that Jag burnout was AMAZING!!!!!!! Made my day!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awesome!! Shocked the hell outta me too and I was in the passenger seat!!

  • @petermavraganis2933
    @petermavraganis2933 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love the song that Jag is singing! What a great sound.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Peter Mavraganis and the 🔥 on decel were beautiful!

  • @ZoneTelevision
    @ZoneTelevision 6 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    It’s a timeless design IMO. It’s an amazing car.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Zone Television agreed and having this power made it a much different ride than a stock E

  • @ganjd1148
    @ganjd1148 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Jagggggggg.... simply perfection in my book

  • @donroberts1626
    @donroberts1626 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That jag is beautiful!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sure is and it rips!

  • @TheXJRMAN
    @TheXJRMAN 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    My father and I did a few of these, 5.7L and 6.1 TWR conversion E's, a bit cheaper to do because we were based in the UK. Even used the same Sapphire blue on one.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sean B that’s so cool! Never knew a Jaguar could do this. Always thought they were class cars not “hotrods.”

    • @paulcalmond
      @paulcalmond 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sean B
      Would you care to comment on my query about claimed 500bhp from the mentioned engine modification.
      Lister Le Mans version of V12 claimed 600bhp but that was taken out to 7.0l and had twin supercharger and fuel injection

  • @leebury8160
    @leebury8160 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, I love what you're doing and how you go about doing it your taste, delivery and content is awesome. Thank You

  • @ScooterBob69
    @ScooterBob69 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is an absolutely KILLER interpretation of the E-Type! I LOVE the honkin' V-12 - I'd do EXACTLY the same thing ....... I'd set it on Dunlop solid wheels and lower it about 2 inches and make it PERFECT .... WHAT a hooligan ride, though!! Heeheehee!! Outstanding!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Really fun going for a ride in it. Henry drives it hard which I love!!

  • @storyteller1749
    @storyteller1749 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've always loved the look of those Jags. That long front end is so classic. Add to it the fact that it screams down the road and its amazing as far as I'm concern. Thanks for sharing this one. Great episode

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it. I love what they did to this one

  • @iiredeyeiiredeye1569
    @iiredeyeiiredeye1569 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I read the video title I thought...oh please no, not another classic car ruined by putting a huge V8 Chevy engine in, or an awful turbo conversion. This was a nice surprise, lovely to see they’ve stayed true to the brand and modified with all Jaguar parts. Great job guys, keep up the good work.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love that they did it all Jag. Creative approach to that E type.

    • @finallyitsed2191
      @finallyitsed2191 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      This one is nice for sure, but I take exception to your statement, "another classic car ruined by putting a huge V8 Chevy engine." I may be in Purist Land here, but here is nothing wrong with modifying _any_ car, classic or not.

  • @biroldjoshan3745
    @biroldjoshan3745 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That car is beautiful... probably one of the best modified e types ...so cool

  • @Stevespecs
    @Stevespecs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always remember old jags always notorious for electrical issues, at least all the ones I worked on. Nice ride!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love the build they did on this car. Simple understated with serious power to weight.

  • @Clarkecars
    @Clarkecars 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bad ass! As a Jag lover myself I want to transplant the Super Charged 4.0 L inline six from a `95-97 XJR to a series 3 2 plus E-type. His car would not confuse me. I recognize everything on the car, including the `95-96 Aero Sport wheels.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great eye!! I learned a lot about Jaguar in this episode.

  • @spookydog6959
    @spookydog6959 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    hands down the best jag hotrods forever

  • @lsvip1820
    @lsvip1820 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Damn bro. Hell of a car !!! Love E Types
    Shawn just awesome 😎

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ross Lynn I figured you might like this one Ross. And the father son team is heartwarming to me and they are both great guys. Such a fun shoot!

  • @Roger21989
    @Roger21989 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Beautiful car, love the E type!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      E type with serious balls!

  • @chuckselvage3157
    @chuckselvage3157 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the best looking cars of all time.

  • @markmccawley2526
    @markmccawley2526 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can there be an anymore perfect jaguar? Really, that is amazing. Great work.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you appreciate it. I think the same about it.

  • @Cosmo50
    @Cosmo50 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One very 😊 exciting car Shawn!!!
    It makes you want to go out and "snag a Jag" and do something similar! Your guests are real Father and son ⚙️ gear heads!!!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are so cool! Sadly we lost Henry recently to a guy running from the cops. Such a huge loss!

    • @Cosmo50
      @Cosmo50 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shawn, this is sad news indeed.
      I was wondering if some form of tribute to Henry could be arranged with past guests from your program could meet to gather and remember an awesome man who loved his family and his business and his deep commitment to 🏎️ racing.
      Henry reminded me of Tomy Dressi in that cars are for 🏀 balls-out fun and excitement.
      This painful sad time reminds me of the racing death of the photographer who was at a event several months back when a inept driver drove into people killing an innocent person and then fled the scene.

  • @ECCL11
    @ECCL11 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used to have a series 2 V-12 E-Type 2=2. Truly amazing!

  • @michaelwilliamson6061
    @michaelwilliamson6061 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. That just looks like fun, fun, fun....

  • @biffy7
    @biffy7 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for including the real costs. That's super important. The car is beautiful.

  • @christophermarechal5017
    @christophermarechal5017 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Cool, clean and creative!! Well done episode 👊

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Christopher Marechal thanks Chris. What a fun shoot with those guys.

  • @garyvoll4103
    @garyvoll4103 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Always loved the Jag the car is absolutely awesome!!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gary Voll I get it. I love how sleeper this car is. Done well and Henry drives the shit out of it!

  • @zatiticherry3421
    @zatiticherry3421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Holy Shit this is perfect, even the wheels!!! I bet synching all 6 of those downdraft webers was a cool learning experience! 👊

  • @markeaton2003
    @markeaton2003 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A true ton of labor of love. Beautiful job.

  • @therainforest4314
    @therainforest4314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a sweet exhaust note. :)

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sure is a great car and the sound is 🔥

  • @bobadams179
    @bobadams179 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enzo Ferrari said that is the most beautiful car he had ever seen. I love the fact that it has a real Jag V12. If only they could get rid of the grill and get some custom 72 spoke wire wheels with knock offs it would be perfect.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Spoke wheels would be beautiful on here

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Spoke wheels would be beautiful on here

  • @bryanbanks1966
    @bryanbanks1966 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've never said this before about a car, but if I had the money I would spend it in a heartbeat for one of these.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you like this one so much. It’s a great build

  • @poodumrover1
    @poodumrover1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Take us for a spin ... send more video ! Excellent job lads !!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you...we need to shoot more of their builds

  • @heavyonthepedal7141
    @heavyonthepedal7141 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love this channel and the Jag is awesome!! Never seen anyone pull that kind of power out of that particular V12, but the sound is amazing. Only thing about the car that is throwing me off is the exhaust. Looks like an afterthought underneath. That kind of cash flowing, I'd expect to see all stainless and perfect piping. Other than that, very cool ride.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      james bowling I get what you mean about the exhaust. And considering this was built almost 15 years ago I can go with it. Fun car! Never been sideways in a Jag before.

    • @ScramTek
      @ScramTek 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Crazy as it may sound, that Jaguar V12 was continually developed for the next 20 years. One version grew to 7.0litres, was race-prepped by TWR, dropped into the XJR12 and then raced in the Group C championship. It went on to win Le Mans in 1990.
      In that form the engine was making 730 bhp and 579 lb.ft. The car could do 229 mph.
      One of the most famous race cars of all time.
      th-cam.com/video/2q3MptO3R18/w-d-xo.html

  • @skullofserpent5727
    @skullofserpent5727 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I didn't expect this review, but i was waiting for it for sure!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Obviously not where I usually go but this car and the Vintage Motorworks guys deserve to be seen.

    • @skullofserpent5727
      @skullofserpent5727 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      AutotopiaLA and also a big shout out from jag guys. We don't get to much love :D

  • @blinkytran
    @blinkytran 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i was never a fan of jags, but this one is exceptional! 2 sweet

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      blinky tran sane for me all the way!

    • @h7pubg
      @h7pubg 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      blinky tran wow imagine being this much of a loser, jags are the most beautiful cars in the world

  • @finlay230
    @finlay230 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awsome machine and what a great Father and Son combo, seem really genuine guys, love it 🤘👍

  • @roscoejones4515
    @roscoejones4515 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those wheels...I can't unsee them.

  • @alocal1334
    @alocal1334 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hear you making it sound like people questioning the prices and sure there's some crazy numbers being talked about but this guy is a real craftsman and that stuff costs

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, some people just don’t understand the cost involved for parts and most importantly, quality work from master craftsmen

  • @warrentopping5764
    @warrentopping5764 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    best job ever.....great cars....cool people...superior auto content!!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      warren topping thanks man! I do feel very lucky to have my business, friends and amazing cars!!

  • @russellellis6136
    @russellellis6136 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my top 5 all time favorite vehicles!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool! I love the creative approach Henry took to build what he thought was a great Jag.

  • @skullofserpent5727
    @skullofserpent5727 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Beauty and the Beast...in one!

  • @eujeniu8527
    @eujeniu8527 ปีที่แล้ว

    XJ wheels fits it just right!

  • @tomfurie2996
    @tomfurie2996 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice! I like that they used a Jaguar engine. You rarely see a v-12 modded.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      All Jag here...really cool badass build

  • @wisecrackers6260
    @wisecrackers6260 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    ow my god, that color looks sooooooo goood on this car.

  • @deborahchesser7375
    @deborahchesser7375 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally a motor worthy of that body style.

  • @YurMom68
    @YurMom68 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I "rebuilt" the entire front end on one of those due to a crash. He was not kidding when he said a raw steel front end is $15,000.00. Then you have to fit it, body work, align it ( it only has maaaybe 250 adjustment points as it is not just one panel, but many bolted together. ), paint it. Final fit and finish. We're talking crazy hours.

  • @TheGreenmeeny
    @TheGreenmeeny 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool guys and a very cool car.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, those guys are great and I think they build very cool vehicles.

  • @haroldgodwinson832
    @haroldgodwinson832 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stunningly good.

  • @fourbyfourblazer
    @fourbyfourblazer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Jaguar books.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chris Yarzab it really does and Henry can drive. Seriously.

  • @frankkemble2103
    @frankkemble2103 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Just a Jag!!!!" That's a v12 etype and I would sell my soul for any one of them.

  • @deborahchesser7375
    @deborahchesser7375 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s how it should have come from the factory, and that color,WOW

  • @garymcaleer6112
    @garymcaleer6112 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    A '69 is a Series II. This car is a '72 or '73 Series III. Give me an original Series I any day.

  • @ikkenhisatsu7170
    @ikkenhisatsu7170 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow - that is gorgeous and FAST. I know the 'purists" will disagree, but I have always preferred the looks of the Series III cars, with the larger grill and the flairs (although the taillights are suspect). Hmmm - my retirement fund is not doing well at all - I could afford one of these and it would probably appreciate more...

  • @roydibs44
    @roydibs44 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely,I want one

  • @peterbonnez
    @peterbonnez 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A lovely car.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Truly is and the performance is wonderful

  • @seanhayes1965
    @seanhayes1965 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well THAT was unexpected!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Completely! Such a nasty Jag

  • @rodcognito002
    @rodcognito002 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember my dad rebuilding carbs on a 6 cyl. Had to been 35 years ago. Hang a curve flat out all day.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rod 000 awesome! I have never been a Jag guy but this one was in the vein of what I love which is modified/customs. Fun car for sure!

  • @kiwihame
    @kiwihame 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's awesome.

  • @G-reg313
    @G-reg313 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice car! It's definitely a sleeper!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      phaze 1 total sleeper. Was not expecting to get sideways...multiple times.

  • @V8March
    @V8March 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic job

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Matheus Marchiori yeah, cool car and great guys

  • @petrosnemardos
    @petrosnemardos ปีที่แล้ว

    What a car !

  • @lauracoppola5575
    @lauracoppola5575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had 2 xke,s love you're video

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks and Henry built this for hard driving! Such a cool old Jag

  • @deborahchesser7375
    @deborahchesser7375 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    If he wasn’t a resourceful and very smart man, he could have spent another $50k easily, well done gentlemen.

  • @edgy8481
    @edgy8481 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've always loved the E-type, it was my dream car, but I'm not going to pay for TWO cars to have just this ONE!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      This was what Henry wanted and I respect his commitment personally

  • @jimherron5540
    @jimherron5540 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Jag!

  • @deopersad2915
    @deopersad2915 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow Awesome 🙌👍🏻

  • @jackspeed3398
    @jackspeed3398 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    In my opinion the Jaguar E-Type ( Series 1 and 2 ), the Ford GT40 and Mustang are the most cult car ever

  • @richardcler369
    @richardcler369 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your guidance.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Henry built such a cool big power E type. Love this car!

  • @avantgard16
    @avantgard16 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Shawn thats a nice car i like the fact that all the parts are from other Jaguar cars and the build is clean in my personnel opinion with the bleu i will change the chrome parts for something more dark mat black or something what do you thing

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Avant gard would be cool now but remember that he built this car almost 15 years ago. Done now it would be cool to flush mount and maybe matte or color match?

  • @charleschapman3994
    @charleschapman3994 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the Concept of a SWB V12 (easier to go with the series 1 windscreen w 3 wiper blades than to go w series 3 even tho more rakish to facilitate the top fitting). Would love to see it with the series 1 (smooth fenders) tho. Supposedly the V12 frame makes that impossible.

  • @autofanaticcars
    @autofanaticcars 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this was very cool Shawn. look up Beecham Jaguars i use to help them way back juice up the older 4.0 and 4.2 XKR motors to around 475hp, these cars are a blast with real power. this car featured here is cooler that they used a period correct motor simply hot rodded a bit.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Auto Fanatic I’ll check it out. This car shocked me as I’ve never seen a Jag that was modded/customizes like this. And Henry can drive!

    • @paulcalmond
      @paulcalmond 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very impressive.
      My only criticism would be the lack of any explanation of how they got 500bhp from an engine that made 300bhp standard.
      From what I know of V12 Jaguar engine a 200bhp power increase is rather unlikely from 400cc capacity increase plus headers and six Weber set up.

    • @julianneale6128
      @julianneale6128 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Paul Almond I personally can tell you a little. The Jag V12 was originally designed as a racing engine for the 24 hour Le Mans. Only then did they modify it for road use. It was always ment to be fuel injected but Jaguar's budget was getting high and so they replaced it with 4 side draft carburettors, which didn't help. The overhead cam shafts were for high reving but the carb setup was for low end torque so it was a bit of a mismatch... They increased the capacity from 5.0L to 5.3L also for more torque. The ignition system had issues with developing a good spark at higher rpm. So the first production engines were only 276 bhp. The compression ratio was steadily increased and by (in Britain) 1980 the power was up to 300 bhp. For the most part the compression ratio was kept low for American emission laws. When have you ever heard a Jag V12 over 3000 rpm, people just used the torque... Having said all of that, this was a race derived V12 that was easily able to unleash lots of power. By replacing the pistols for higher compression ones is a very good start (I hear people modify and use Suburu pistons). All engines are simply just air pumps and this engine was asphyxiated, and so by letting it breath properly that alone will instantly go from 276 bhp to (very roughly) 320 bhp. Unless you want to go racing the cams are happy up to around 6500 rpm so the ignition needs to be attended to to get a lot of good sparks... Increasing the capacity by using the crank from the 6.0L engine can also help too, the later racing engines were stretched all the way from 5.3L to 7.4L! I hope this to a small degree will help you understand the potential of this engine...

    • @autofanaticcars
      @autofanaticcars 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Julian Neale yep look up TWR Racing they were the driving force behind most of this. I worked with them back in the early 90s on some projects

    • @arkhsm
      @arkhsm 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Recently watched the TWR Jaguar XJS on youtube winning the Bathurst 1000 in 1985...again.....Absolutely Fabulous !!

  • @russelllutwyche5736
    @russelllutwyche5736 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Henry comes across as a real gent

  • @zachjuduh3682
    @zachjuduh3682 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Speedweek worthy

  • @frankkemble2103
    @frankkemble2103 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There's an Alvis TD21 on the right- how much?

  • @Scotty70
    @Scotty70 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol this things awesome..a true sleeper

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Scott 70 total blast of a sleeper!

  • @ScramTek
    @ScramTek 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Strange wheels choice. Apart from that, perfection.

  • @mb4lunch
    @mb4lunch 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love it.

  • @stevensimmons8527
    @stevensimmons8527 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I dig all you putting down . I know what it cost too see my c3 get me too work for a year .27000 ish miles in 6yr

    • @stevensimmons8527
      @stevensimmons8527 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      All she has on her

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Steven Simmons thanks! That’s seriously low mileage!

  • @allensaunders449
    @allensaunders449 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been awhile since i have seen a vid. If i was getting a reimagined xke doing burnouts or going sideways wouldn't be what i would want maybe a canyon carver

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Allen Saunders I get it Allen. I was just shocked at the creativity in a sleeper that has such balanced power to weight.

  • @55555711
    @55555711 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome car

  • @neiledwards7294
    @neiledwards7294 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    yes out of the ordinary......yes extremely well done and enjoyable ..burnouts ho hum.... think track time maybe.perhaps even with corners....thanks guys.....N

  • @zaphodbeeblebrox6627
    @zaphodbeeblebrox6627 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The most Beautiful car ever made. Enzo Ferrari proclaimed THAT when it was first launched.... and he should know!
    BTW :- If i was paying 300 Grand for this car, I’d expect the welding on the tail section of the exhaust to be better than THAT ( it should be flawless).My Grandmother could do better than that with one hand tied behind her back!

  • @dianegonzalez4748
    @dianegonzalez4748 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😂😂😂😂500 HP Fav year👍👍👍excellent modification

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I love what Henry did to this one

  • @johngreenwood1972
    @johngreenwood1972 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m hanging on for the four door.

  • @Rkevwill2687
    @Rkevwill2687 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wheels? What, no wire wheels?

  • @Ray147
    @Ray147 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's clever, not hiding your plates. I hope you are clear.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, need to learn how to block them out. Still really new to editing.

  • @clubsport9334
    @clubsport9334 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now that's a fuckin hotrod!! Finally a jag V12 with some snot!!

  • @scottdelong1
    @scottdelong1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The six cylinder pre-1968 E-Type was a much prettier car. but this is nice work.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Builder/owner choice on building exactly what he wanted. I love it personally but we all get our opinions right?

    • @tmux
      @tmux 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Toxic underhanded half assed "compliment"

  • @birdhater7563
    @birdhater7563 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is how you leave after quitting your job you hated!!!

  • @ianmarks4481
    @ianmarks4481 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I feel like I watched the same burnout fifteen times. Some nice running footage of the car would have been nice.

  • @fubartotale3389
    @fubartotale3389 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I admire a nice resto mod, but I never feel like I have or even need any I have seen.
    Until now.

  • @ganormand
    @ganormand 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's expensive because there are 2 water temperature gauges (see 6:13 on video)

  • @dancingtrout6719
    @dancingtrout6719 ปีที่แล้ว

    does it go as fast as the Original 150 MPH...?

  • @dougnoennick676
    @dougnoennick676 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What’s up with those tail lights?…Nahh!…Sweet Jag though!