Former Jaguar Designer Is Brains Behind E-Type Restomod - News

Ian Callum, former head of design at Jaguar, has been a very busy boy in the time since he left the leading British automotive marque back in 2019. He has established Callum Designs, a leading automotive design team which so far, has produced a number of original models and restomods.

This includes their signature multi terrain 4x4 vehicle, the Callum Skye, the Vanquish 25 - which is a restomod of the Aston Martin Vanquish, and the Nyobolt EV, which is a reimagined electric powered take on the iconic Lotus Elise.

And it's not just cars, as they've also ventured into furnishings with their signature Lounge Chair, drinks with their Annandale Distillery whiskies, and even branching out further into sustainability by creating Mobility Hubs for bike users, that are currently being trialled around the West Midlands as a flexible solution for improving transport infrastructure in larger towns and cities.

Now, as part of their upcoming "Portfolio Project" series, they have unveiled their newest concept car, which, arguably, for Callum, is going full circle, as it's reconnecting with an old friend, in the shape of a restomod of the Jaguar E-Type.

Admittedly, concept cars are a bit of a sticky area; few are the examples of those whose initial artist's impressions match the reality when they're finally produced. But with Callum's prowess behind him from his time at Jaguar, there really is no better man for the job and it shows.

There's undoubtedly a few more modern specifications, such as the chunkier wheel arches, a slight dip in stance compared to the original, larger tailpipes and dished three-spoke alloys with aero discs. But the signature design motifs, such as the exposed grille are fundamentally the same; it's tasteful whilst giving it a new update.

Callum has also stated that there would be the option to tailor the interior of the car entirely to requirements - although personally, we say you can't go wrong with the classic wood and leather panelling. And of course, there's the powering - because this would actually be conventionally powered on a five-speed manual gearbox with a solid metal gear knob.

Which engine they plump for remains to be seen, but we think there's a high possibility that this will be one restomod that will live up to the tantalising glimpse we've seen so far. In the meantime, there's our selection of Jaguar Driving Experiences or Classic Car Road Trips in the original E-Type at venues across the UK to whet your appetite!