To commemorate 70 years of producing sports cars, Jaguar has unveiled a special run of its current flagship – the F-Type.
Called the Chequered Flag Special Edition, it offers cosmetic upgrades to both the four-cylinder and supercharged V6 models in coupe and convertible guises.
To distinguish the special edition from the rest of the F-Type range, the Chequered Flag comes with a black contrast roof and a Windsor leather interior trim on the performance seats, as well as a dark brushed aluminium centre console trim finisher. The upholstery comes with contrast stitching in Red or Cirrus, while the seats feature and embossed chequered flag in the headrest.
It also comes with the brand’s Exterior Black Design Pack, which adds extended side sills, gloss black 20-inch alloy wheels and red brake callipers.
For the first time in an F-Type, drivers can use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on the 10-inch touchscreen display, which is paired to a Meridian sound system.
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Customers can choose to fit their Chequered Flag model with either a 297bhp 2.0-litre four-cylinder unit or a supercharged 3.0-litre V6 engine developing either 335bhp or 374bhp. Both units are paired to an eight-speed Quickshift automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The 374bhp option can be fitted with all-wheel drive.
Prices for this special edition start from £62,335, with order books open now.
Jaguar has also updated the F-Type R by reducing the damping on the suspension for improved ride comfort, while the whole F-Type range now comes with a reversing camera and front parking sensors.
Prices for the updated F-Type start from £51,925.
