The Jaguar E-Type has long been hailed as one of the most beautiful cars ever made — and now, British specialists Eagle have taken that icon and transformed it into something truly extraordinary. The one-off Eagle GTR is a hand-built, ultra-lightweight reinterpretation of the classic E-Type, created for a single client who wanted the purest driving experience possible.
Every inch of the Eagle GTR is designed with performance and artistry in mind. Weighing just 975 kilograms with fluids, it’s astonishingly light — over 300 kilograms less than a standard E-Type. That remarkable figure was achieved through an obsessive focus on materials: aluminium panels, titanium fasteners, magnesium gearbox casings, and even an exhaust system crafted from Inconel and titanium. The result is a car that’s not only fast but razor-sharp in its responsiveness.
Under the long, sculpted bonnet sits a 4.7-litre straight-six engine, tuned to perfection. Though Eagle hasn’t revealed an exact figure, the car boasts a power-to-weight ratio exceeding 430 bhp per tonne — placing it firmly in modern supercar territory. The bespoke gearbox, lightweight components, and perfectly balanced chassis make this E-Type a purist’s dream: a car that channels the spirit of 1960s racing with the precision of contemporary engineering.
Visually, the GTR stands apart. It’s lower, wider, and leaner than the original, with beautifully reimagined bodywork that exaggerates the E-Type’s curves while giving it a far more muscular stance. The roofline has been subtly reduced, the windscreen is more steeply raked, and the wider arches hint at the car’s newfound performance potential. Even the smallest details — like flush-mounted rear glass and hidden weather seals — have been meticulously considered to maintain that sculptural silhouette.
Inside, the cabin is a blend of race-inspired minimalism and handcrafted luxury. Black Alcantara lines nearly every surface, while low-back seats, four-point harnesses, and a custom-machined centre console remind you that this is a driver’s machine. The switchgear, described by Eagle as “platinum with mother-of-pearl inlays,” adds an unexpected touch of refinement — proof that even a stripped-back performance car can still be elegant. Despite its track-focused character, the GTR includes creature comforts like air conditioning and heated glass, ensuring it’s just as usable as it is thrilling.
Commissioned as a one-off statement against the excess of modern supercars, the Eagle GTR stands as a celebration of purity — proof that less can still mean more. It’s not just a reimagined Jaguar; it’s a rebirth of what makes driving emotional, tactile, and alive.
In an era of heavy hybrid hypercars, the Eagle GTR is a rare creation — an ode to lightness, craftsmanship, and the most important thing: the connection between driver and machine.
