E-Type UK

E-Type UK E-Type UK specialises exclusively in Jaguar E-Types.

Every project is inspection-led, from restorations and usability upgrades to bespoke Unleashed builds—engineered with precision, transparency and respect for originality. E-Type UK is a specialist workshop dedicated exclusively to Jaguar E-Types, based in our purpose-built facility in Kent. We deliver inspection-led restorations, usability upgrades, bespoke builds and our Unleashed commission prog

ramme, focused on engineering excellence and long-term ownership. Every project begins with a detailed technical inspection and an open discussion about how the car is used and what the client wishes to achieve. From there, we define a structured scope and plan—whether that is preserving originality through restoration, improving drivability through sympathetic upgrades, or commissioning a fully bespoke Unleashed build. Our restoration work covers all Series and specifications, from early flat-floor cars through to late Series 3 V12 models. We also design and implement drivetrain, braking, suspension, cooling and electrical upgrades to improve reliability and real-world usability while respecting the character of the E-Type. For clients seeking a fully re-engineered interpretation, our Unleashed programme and bespoke builds deliver ground-up projects tailored to individual requirements, combining modern performance and comfort with period-correct aesthetics. We are recognised within the E-Type community for our engineering-led approach, transparency and technical expertise. Clients are encouraged to visit our facility to review progress throughout each project, and every completed car is road tested and inspected prior to handover to ensure confidence and long-term enjoyment.

01/09/2026

This is where long-distance confidence starts.

An E-Type in the workshop, engine bay stripped back and ready for the next stage of its programme upgrades.

Cooling, ignition, charging, fuel delivery and other carefully selected improvements can all play a part in making an E-Type easier to live with over a long day behind the wheel.

Because the difference between enjoying the first 30 miles and confidently choosing the car for the next 300 is rarely down to one single upgrade.

It’s about making the whole car work better together.

Discover Relaxed Long-Distance Touring at E-Type UK.

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01/09/2026

The first 30 miles are the easy bit.

It’s after two or three hours that the smaller compromises begin to add up.

Higher cruising revs. More noise. Heat in the cabin. Traffic you’d rather avoid. The question in the back of your mind every time you stop for fuel: will it start cleanly again?

None of these things necessarily ruin an E-Type. But together, they can turn a long journey into something you endure rather than enjoy.

Our Relaxed Long-Distance Touring programme is designed around exactly that — making the E-Type a car you can confidently choose for the next 300 miles, not just the next 30.

Discover the programme at E-Type UK.

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28/08/2026

The latest Unleashed by E-Type UK is reaching one of the most defining stages of the build.

With the bodywork progressing through its final preparation, attention now turns to paint — the colour that will ultimately set the character of this V12 E-Type.

Every Unleashed commission is individually specified, from the mechanical package beneath the skin to the smallest details of colour, trim and finish.

So, what colour would you choose?

27/08/2026

The aim isn’t to make an E-Type feel like a modern car.

It’s to remove the things that can make you hesitate to use it — so you can enjoy more of what makes driving one so special.

More confidence in traffic. Better cooling. More predictable braking. Easier long-distance driving. Thoughtful improvements chosen around how you actually use the car, while preserving the character, involvement and occasion that make an E-Type special.

Still an E-Type. Just more ready to be unleashed.

Explore our E-Type upgrade programmes.

24/08/2026

You still choose the E-Type.

But do you change the journey to suit it?

Avoid certain roads. Keep an eye on the gauges. Choose the shorter route. Accept a little more effort because that is simply how the car is.

Our upgrade programmes are designed to reduce those compromises — making your E-Type easier to use, across more of the journeys you actually want to take.

Explore our upgrade programmes via the link in bio.

22/08/2026

Driver’s cars. Built to be used.

More confidence. More usability. More miles.

Our upgrade programmes are built around one thing: keeping your E-Type out on the road, where it belongs.

KEEP DRIVING.

Explore our upgrade programmes and find the right route for your E-Type via the link in bio.

19/08/2026

Original vs new. What’s really changed?

A modern V12 cooling upgrade is about far more than replacing an old radiator with a shiny new one.

A high-efficiency aluminium radiator, modern electric fans and a carefully matched cooling system can deliver more effective temperature control, improved airflow and a significant reduction in weight — all while keeping the car dependable in the conditions we actually drive in today.

The important part is how those components work together.

If you’re looking to make your E-Type more usable, reliable and confidence-inspiring, explore our upgrade programmes or speak to the E-Type UK team.

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17/08/2026

Every E-Type driver’s nightmare.

Few things knock confidence in a classic faster than watching the temperature climb while you’re sitting in traffic.

But overheating, poor cooling and the constant worry of whether your E-Type will cope shouldn’t simply be accepted as part of the ownership experience.

Your E-Type should be as comfortable in traffic as it is on the open road.

This week, we’re looking at what causes these issues, where the weaknesses really are, and how the right upgrades and setup can transform everyday usability.

If heat and traffic are stopping you from using your E-Type properly, speak to our team.

17/08/2026

THE BEST OF SHOW AT PEBBLE BEACH. 🏆

The 1935 Duesenberg SSJ Special Speedster, shown by Harry Yeaggy, has taken the collector car world’s biggest prize at the 2026 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

A worthy winner on one of the world’s greatest concours lawns.

🎥 Footage courtesy of

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With the Goodwood Members’ Meeting just around the corner, cars are finally being asked to do what they were built for.D...
10/04/2026

With the Goodwood Members’ Meeting just around the corner, cars are finally being asked to do what they were built for.

Driven properly. Used consistently. No short runs. No easy conditions.

And that’s when the problems show themselves. Not in the garage. Not on the driveway. On the road.

- A battery that’s just about holding charge.
- A cooling system that’s fine… until it isn’t.
- Brakes that feel acceptable — until you need them twice.

And it nearly always happens at the wrong moment.
On the way to something. Not on the way back.

Is your car ready… or just running?

Read more:

Most classic cars only reveal their faults when driven properly. Discover what to check before heading to Goodwood — and avoid being caught out on the road.

Address

The Duck House Barn, North Firth Farm, Ashes Lane, Hadlow
Tonbridge
TN119QU

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+441732852762

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