This is the Jaguar Project 7 concept. It’s a one-off car based on the new F-Type convertible,
and will debut at this weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. It’s
called the Project 7 in homage to Jaguar’s seven victories at Le Mans
between 1951 and 1990.
The aluminium bodied roadster was
created in just four months, and pays tribute to the Jag D-type with an
inspired rear fairing with an integrated rollover hoop. The model has
also been equipped with a new front bumper, an enlarged grille and a
variety of carbon fiber
components not found on the base F-Type. A rear wing, 20-inch wheels and
Pirelli P-Zero tyres with a white sidewall make their way on to the
road racer as well.
Project 7 has the kind of racing-inspired form that designers dream about. It has one purpose: to be driven fast and enjoyed. Jaguar sports cars are known for exceptional performance and clean design. Project 7 captures that spirit in its purest form.
- Ian Callum, Design Director, Jaguar Project 7
The Project 7 is powered by a
supercharged 5.0-liter V8 engine producing 550 HP (405 kW) and 680 Nm
(502 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to an eight-speed Quickshift
transmission which enables the car to go from a standstill to 100 kmph
in 4.2 seconds and hit an electronically-limited top speed of 300 km/h
(186 mph). The Project 7 also has a sports-tuned suspension, an
electronic rear differential and a sinister sounding free-flowing
exhaust.
The interiors have been done up as well. Elegant diamond-quilted leather upholstery and carbon fiber
trim make the inside of the Project 7 a very nice place to be. Only one
composite racing seat with a four-point harness is to be found, with
the passenger seat making way for a bespoke helmet holder that secures a
matching Project 7 helmet.
Watch the video below to see more of the Jaguar Project 7 Concept:
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