A classic Jaguar E-Type as a tribute to Enzo Ferrari from Helm!

Thomas Wachsmuth 23 October 2023 -> Cars from AZ, -> Tuner from AZ, Helmet motorcars, Jaguar, News vehicles, Tuning classics

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How do you successfully modernize a real legend? With the right sensitivity and of course with “dedication”. After Enzo Ferrari Jaguar E Type 1961 When he saw it for the first time, he described it as “the most beautiful car ever built“. This bright red one presents itself against the background E-Type Series 1 as “Restomod" in the iconic paintwork Rosso Corsa red from Ferrari. The vehicle was built by the Helm Motorcars team as a homage to The Commendator. But it's not just that Painting, which makes the Jag something special. Because it held under the sheet metal state-of-the-art technology Moved in and she still makes the classic shine on the street today.

Jaguar E Type Restomod

A classic Jaguar E-Type as a tribute to Enzo Ferrari from Helm!

The body has front and rear parking sensors integrated, while the Blinker can now be fired with state-of-the-art LED technology. In addition, Helm sets with regard to the Doors and the bonnet on aluminum and there were hand-made ones to match chrome bumpers front and back. The elegant highlights at both ends give the vehicle in combination with the Chrome window frames as well as the classic one mirroring a subtle shine. And to resist the ever-threatening corrosion, Helm even relies on one electrophoretically coated Body. The process is also called “KTL coating“ (cathodic dip painting).

with a 4,2-liter straight-six

There's a revised one under the hood 4,2-liter inline-six from Jaguar. With 300 PS and a Torque of 450 NM it outperforms the old engine 265 PS and 384 NM contributed to a good deal. And instead of the old triple carburetor setup, Helm uses one electronic fuel injection. Weilter introduces Four-speed automatic transmission the force on Limited slip differential and then to the rear wheels. Helmet also has a speed dependent Power Steering installed as well as a adjustable chassis front and back. Also improved Tie rod ends and Ball joints are there.

Something has also happened in the cabin!

The interior of Bill Amberg Studio consists of a mix of Suede and black vegetable tanned leather on the seats, dashboard and center console. State-of-the-art features like one Backup camera, Sound system with Bluetooth support and air conditioning complete the luxurious cabin. And there is even more to this unique piece two specially made bags made of black Italian calfskin. Matching thong fix them securely in the trunk. By the way, only the red homage is made 20 vehicles manufactured. The example in the pictures is the second in the series and the first roadster. Each unique piece has over 6.000 working hours behind.