The trend of resto-modding, where classic cars get modern upgrades, has brought many old favorites into the present day. Now, England’s TWR has joined in by revealing an updated version of the Jaguar XJS.
Called the Supercat, this revamped XJS looks different from the original. It’s got a more muscular appearance with new body parts like a front splitter, wide wheel arches, a rear spoiler, and a big diffuser. It also has modern LED lights and special center-locking wheels. TWR says they’ve used carbon fiber for the body panels to keep the car lightweight.
We haven’t seen inside the car yet, but TWR says you’ll be able to customize almost everything. As for what’s under the hood, they’ve hinted at a supercharged V12 engine with 600 horsepower and a six-speed manual gearbox. It’s taken TWR over two years to get the car ready, including lots of real-world testing.
The Supercat will hit the roads for the first time in the summer of 2024, probably at events like the Goodwood Festival of Speed. But if you want one, you’ll need to move quickly. They’re only making 88 of them, and prices start at £225,000, which is about $281,500 in US dollars. And unlike some other resto-mods, TWR made sure the Supercat would suit the American market.
If the XJS isn’t your style, don’t worry. TWR says they’ve got more projects like this in the works, although they haven’t said what they’ll be yet.
The Original XJS
The XJS was introduced in 1976 as a replacement for the iconic E-Type. It stayed in production until 1996, longer than Jaguar expected. It came with different engine options, transmission choices, and body styles, like a coupe or a convertible. Over the years, Jaguar updated it to keep it modern and appealing.
