The Jaguar E-Type is considered one of the most beautiful classics of its era, especially in the drop-top roadster configuration, so no owner had ever thought of modifying it to the extent of the pictured build. Thankfully, the E-Type 4×4 “Monster” is not a genuine example but a replica, with Range Rover underpinnings bringing impressive off-road credentials and adding another level of head-turning uniqueness.
At first glance, the off-road E-Type can be mistaken for a rendering, but the photos are 100% real. Not only that, but the vehicle is in full working order, and street-legal in the UK. The massive ground clearance, the high-wall tires, and the five-spoke alloy wheels from a Defender make the once low-slung convertible look like a monster truck.
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The GRP body comes from a JPR Wildcat E-Type replica, mirroring the styling of the MK1 and going for a lightweight look without the chrome bumpers. The exterior appears to be in very good condition, complete with a retractable soft top, a rack at the back for extra storage, and a metal skid plate and side steps allowing you to climb inside. The mainly exposed cabin is pretty basic, featuring Range Rover switchgear and two fabric-upholstered seats.
According to the listing on eBay, the ladder-frame chassis belongs to a 1984 Land Rover Range Rover. The same applies to the Rover-sourced 3.5-liter V8 engine, the 5-speed manual transmission, and the 4WD system. The underpinnings enjoyed a pretty rough life as proven by the 124,968 miles (201,117 km) on the odometer, with the majority most likely done prior to the conversion.
For those making the connection, Jaguar Land Rover didn’t become a thing until 2008 but the two UK-based companies had a common history before, under the ownership of British Leyland and Ford. In case you are interested in the unique Jaguar E-Type 4×4 Monster, it is located in Little Addington, UK, and could be yours for £19,750 ($24,385).
