Jesse James
The Jaguar E-Type has been garnering attention and turning heads since its inception back in 1961. The car is an icon. a car that even Enzo Ferrari said is “the most beautiful car ever made.” Among the examples of the car, only two of them would come with a focus on aerodynamics. Both bearing the mark of Jaguar’s Low-Drag manufacturing program. Of those two particular E-Type’s, the 1963 model, known only as “49FXN,” was utilized by the company to create the perfect blend of form and function.
The Low Drag was studied by the company’s engineers on England’s M1 Motorway. The aim was to create an optimal platform for racing on the Mulsanne Straight. The result was a sleek, stunning body that would enhance the car’s original subtleties. Over eight years, the car would come to life. The extensive planning, mimicry in design, and painstaking replication brings this car to life. Doing so with a lightweight design and plenty of power.
The alloy body, 380-horsepower inline-six engine, and side-draft Weber carburetors offer something unique and powerful, and quite rare. The ride boasts bespoke interior components, adding to its appeal in the process.
Take a closer look at the Low Drag Jaguar E-Type in the images and learn more from Jaguar immediately. Keep it locked with us here at The Culture Curators for more classic cars coming soon. While you’re at it, check out Audi’s latest RS 6, the Audi RS 6 Avant! Stay tuned.
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