RE: Meet the Lyonheart K, a 21st-century E-Type
Discussion
Interesting how they've managed to integrate some current design cues into a retro design, such as the rear window design and the chrome 'Jaguar' strip above the rear number plate.
The only bit that doesn't work for me is the design behind the front wheels, both in the shutline of the bonnet and the OTT vents. Something more like the E-type, or indeed the XK or the Range Rover would be better. Or perhaps 'active flaps'? (fnarr fnarr)
The only bit that doesn't work for me is the design behind the front wheels, both in the shutline of the bonnet and the OTT vents. Something more like the E-type, or indeed the XK or the Range Rover would be better. Or perhaps 'active flaps'? (fnarr fnarr)
Blown2CV said:
bobbylondonuk said:
Why isnt Jag making something like this? Absolutely stunning!
because they have been seriously burned by accusations of being too retro for too long e.g. old XJ, and doing it quite badly e.g. S-type. I think they want to decidedly 'move forward'.Just..... beautifull.
Must be the only restyle / recreation that actually looks good. All the stunning looks of an E Type ++ and modern mechanicals.
In this day and age an E Type isn't much fun - not at the present prices. And before anyone says anything, I HAVE driven one recently (the E type!). I'd pay good money to drive this.....
Must be the only restyle / recreation that actually looks good. All the stunning looks of an E Type ++ and modern mechanicals.
In this day and age an E Type isn't much fun - not at the present prices. And before anyone says anything, I HAVE driven one recently (the E type!). I'd pay good money to drive this.....
I feel as though I should hate it for being a pastiche, too overtly retro etc etc
But that is utterly gorgeous. So glad they ditched the quad lights, that really didn't work.
I'll take one in BRG with the wire wheels and a tan interior - just remove the silly name off the back please...
But that is utterly gorgeous. So glad they ditched the quad lights, that really didn't work.
I'll take one in BRG with the wire wheels and a tan interior - just remove the silly name off the back please...
Beefmeister said:
I'll take one in BRG with the wire wheels and a tan interior - just remove the silly name off the back please...
Mmm... I'll have one in Gunmetal with tan interior and a splash of brushed Alu instead of the wood. Maybe a CF-rimmed Moto-lita-style wheel too for that extra modern touch.Lordbenny said:
'Alloys' ! Who the fu
ck writes this shit
Haymarket need to employ a few people who actually know something about cars!
Edited to fit the English language. ck writes this shitHaymarket need to employ a few people who actually know something about cars!
A fair point, however, if somewhat grumpily expressed
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