For Sale at Auction: 1952 Jaguar C-Type in Palm Beach, Florida

This exquisite hand-built (2,000 man-hours) right-hand-drive 1952 Jaguar C-Type re-creation was manufactured in 2020 by the renowned classic replica auto manufacturer Proteus. It is No. 10 of 10 of the final production builds, and Proteus produced the last one, as Jaguar took over the rights to manufacture and sell C-Type replicas, which subsequently have a price point of seven figures. The car has an all-aluminum body and authentic Jaguar components, Tremec 5-speed transmission, upgraded radiator, brakes, period-correct wire wheels and a totally rebuilt 1986 Jaguar 4.2-liter Straight-6 engine with fuel injection, which offers an exhilarating high-performance drive that is uniquely satisfying. The deep layered metallic black paint and the luxurious gray-Barley leather seats accent the car's evocative shape. Original Smiths gauges, tachometer and speedometer complement the period-correct dashboard. This C-Type is also equipped with an anti-theft system, racing seatbelts and a LeMans behind-the-grille racing headlight. Originally commissioned and partially built to be the personal car of Proteus' founder and CEO, after his untimely death, it was completed by Proteus for the current owner. The CEO's signature is inscribed on the fuel filler cap. This vehicle, while enhanced and improved, is as close as one can get to any of the 53 original C-Types ever produced by Jaguar. **TITLED AS 1986 JAGUAR XJ6 CONVERTIBLE** ** PREVIEW