1983 Jaguar 'D-Type' Replica
Sold: $90,000
Specifications
| Engine | 3.8Lt In-Line 6cyl |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 4 Speed Manual |
| Body Work | Roadster |
| Colour | British Racing Green |
| Interior | Green |
| Trim | Leather |
| Wheels | Polished Alloy |
| Brakes | Discs |
Description
The legendary D-Type Jaguar needs no introduction to the classic car community. When it comes to a list of the most evocative sportscars of the 1950s the D-Type is invariably highly rated with its Le Mans winning pedigree, sleek lines and supremely powerful XK six-cylinder motor.In the years since, many have tried their hand at re-creating the magic of the D-Type, some more successfully than others. The Lynx vehicles are well known globally, but on an Australian scale the work of Tom Luxton cannot go unnoticed. The Luxton D-Type was created in 1982 with the middle-income enthusiast in mind, designed and built to sell for under $60,000 at a time when a well-built UK replica was moving towards $200,000 (and a real one would almost double that again).The Luxton car was built with the assistance of Bob Howe and utilised a similar construction technique to the original D-Types, with a spaceframe and aluminium panelwork. The finished product weighed around 1500 pounds and produced 280bhp, and received ADR Compliance so it could be registered in Australia.
