2016-05-27 22:25:59 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 6/16
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Auction description:
Santa Monica
1966 Jaguar C-Type Re-creation
Lot No. 1056
Estimate: $100,000 - $150,000
Chassis no. P1B57914BW

Inline six-cylinder engine
Manual transmission
Presented in British Racing Green
Dayton 72-spoke wire wheels with Dunlop tires
Smiths gauges
Side pipe exhaust
Well finished re-creation car

This 1966 Jaguar C-Type Re-creation is presented in British Racing Green. The car rides on Dunlop tires mounted on Dayton 72-spoke wire wheels. With its right-hand driving configuration, the interior is completed with green bucket seats with dashboard toggle switches and Smiths gauges. A wood steering wheel truly captures the elegance of this racecar. Under the clamshell hood is a beautiful inline six-cylinder Jaguar engine which is mated to a manual transmission. The sounds of the inline six can be heard through side pipe exhaust. This is an excellent re-creation that truly encompasses the racing pedigree of the Jaguar C-Type.

2016-08-06 18:21:29 | pauls writes:

Sold for $123,750

2018-11-23 11:56:49 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

fantasyjunction.com/cars/2064-Jaguar-C-Type%20Proteus%20Recreation-3.8%20liter%20inline-6

Seller's description:

Price $159,500 VIN P1B57914BW Exterior Color British Racing Green Interior Color Suede Green Leather Mileage 2220 KMS (TMU) Engine 3.8 liter inline-6 no. 7B62415-8 Transmission 4-speed manual with overdrive Status Inventory

1956 Jaguar C-Type Replica by Proteus

s/n P1B57814BW, Engine no. 7B62415-8

British Racing Green with Green Leather Interior

Today this car presents very nicely, having been serviced regularly by the current owner and recently confirmed by Proteus to be one of the earlier cars imported to the US in the late 1980s or early 90s. The car is finished in the quintessential British Racing Green, which has retained a very nice finish, showing only mild evidence of road use in a few areas, including a small scrape on the underside rear corner, visible only when under the car. The paint is glossy throughout and captures the fluid, undulating fender lines just as the original did more than half a century ago. The construction of the body panels is exceptional, with excellent fit and finish, showing only minor areas of use over time. The visual delight continues throughout the exterior of the car with very nice trim, lighting, properly nested side exhaust, clear headlight covers, and correctly painted wire wheels in excellent condition. Details further include the correctly finished aluminum fuel filler, black canvas tonneau cover, and intricately louvered C-Type hood and side vents.

The interior delivers a handsome combination of racing history and purposeful features. Instruments are neatly clustered behind a beautiful wood-rimmed and four-spoke Moto-Lita steering wheel. The instrument dial faces are in excellent condition with clear glass, contrasting lettering, and finely detailed indications. The green leather seats are accurately presented, nested in the race-trimmed cockpit, revealing just a few painted frame tubes, inclusive of the C-Type’s preeminent racing heritage. The cockpit is both purposeful and engaging, with raw aluminum floors and contrasting black covered center tunnel. A touch of thoughtful finishing touch is achieved with green leather covering the passenger side dash and side panels. The aircraft cockpit inspiration, low windscreen, and racing heritage, combined with just a hint of elegant refinement truly deliver a wonderful feel to the interior of this car.

Under the hood, the craftsmanship returns visions of vintage Le Mans racing. The engine is prominently featured with dual carburetors and trumpet side intakes, accented by polished cam covers gleaming against the appropriately finished red twin-cam head. Hardware has been updated, allowing for improvements where modern technology enhances reliability and safety. These improvements are evident when driving this well-balanced and engineered car. The engine fires to life eagerly, delivering a raspy exhaust note and excellent throttle response. Once warmed up, a symphony of motorsports brilliance erupts from the car with each tap of the throttle.

The driving experience is very satisfying, cohesive, and engaging. Even the most comfortable and familiar drivers of vintage sports cars will appreciate the balance and excitement driving this car. Shifting is smooth and easy with positive feel and good clutch engagement. There is no hesitation at highway speeds, moving through all gears as the car pulls strong, tracks beautifully, entering and exiting corners with composure and command. The car has overdrive on both third and fourth gears, allowing for sustained highway cruising at relatively low engine speeds. The four-wheel disc brakes deliver ample stopping power under a responsive but firm pedal. The live rear axle works well in this package, delivering good grip and confidence.

A masterpiece of automotive design and racing excellence, the Jaguar C-Type has become a dream only a fortunate few can truly aspire to achieve. However, with an exceptional Proteus recreation, built to exacting standards and embracing modern improvements, one can experience history and motoring excellence. This stunning C-Type is ready for your motoring enjoyment, delivering all the promise of the original design, exceptional engineering, and improved reliability without the responsibility of driving a priceless museum artifact.