Currently, in our metal workshop, we are working on a wide variety of restoration projects, including a full metalwork restoration for a 1950 Jaguar XK 120, a new chassis for a different 1953 XK 120 and aluminium seats for a Jaguar MK2. The two key areas of craftsmanship in the XK 120 full restoration are the hand-fabricated aluminium wings, replacing the original steel wings and reconstructing all the body panels before reassembling.
Read MoreOne of our most recently completed projects to roll out the workshops has been this Series 3 Jaguar E-Type. This Series 3 E-Type has undergone a full restomod transformation, fusing the Jaguar’s classic style with modern high-tech features to create a custom classic car for our client’s needs. In this article, we will be breaking down each bespoke element of the restomod process, going over all the technical and modern upgrades which improve the E-Type's style and drivability.
Read MoreOver the last year and a half/2 years, we have been completing a full restoration on this 1963 Jaguar E-Type. This Series 1 3.8 Fixed Head Coupe has undergone a full nose-to-tail restoration at the P&K Thornton workshops.
Read MoreOne of the projects we are currently working on at P&K Thornton Restorations is the creation of louvres, which will go on a Mark 2 aluminium bonnet.
Read MoreWe were contacted by a new client in South Africa to order one of our Jaguar XK Straight Port Cylinder Heads (SP). The high-performance SP head features larger valves, revised port shapes, and a more efficient combustion chamber designed for racing.
Read MoreOne of our recent projects at P&K Thornton Restorations was converting a Jaguar E-Type Series 1 from LHD to RHD. This article provides an in-depth look at the restoration process and the steps involved in the conversion.
Read MoreWe have been working on a series 1.5 Jaguar E-Type two plus two. This car was bought at auction from one of our clients and has come in for a 4tipo restomod treatment.
Read MoreWe want both safety and comfort:
How a couple of alterations prepared this E-Type to be more useable for it’s owner. This car has under gone a wiring overhaul and had EZ power steering fitted to make it a more useable car for the owner. The hood was sagging and it had totally changed how the car looked.
Read MoreWe’ve recently completed the metalwork recommissioning of the Jaguar 3.8 FHC, our panel beaters have been using all their crafty metalwork skills acquired over decades of experience tooling to get the perfect gaps
Read MoreJaguar E-Type Restoration. Discover how P&K Thornton rebuilt a US import 1965 E-Type Jaguar and turned it into a classic tourer for South of France Adventures
Read MoreWant to restore a 1964 Jaguar E-Type? Discover how P&K Thornton rebuilt a 1964 E-Type Jaguar and turned it into a classic masterpiece that any car enthusiast will envy
Read MoreRebuilt and upgraded perfectly presented Jaguar XK140MC engine and gearbox for sale.
Read MoreFormer long distance rally XK140 brought back to former glory after extended storage
Read More1974 Jaguar E-Type V12 OTS. Decommissioning after a decade of storage
Read More1966 Jaguar E-Type OTS, from good to best in class! From yellow to black!
Read More1970 Jaguar E-Type OTS restoration including strip to bare metal and respray, engine rebuilt with several performance enhancing upgrades, brakes upgrades, rear axle refresh
Read More1962 Jaguar MK II 3.8 restored and readied for a trip to Le Mans Classics. Engine and carburettors rebuilt, uprated gearbox, cooling system revamp, rear and front axles rebuilt.
Read More1952 Allard J2X in with us for a comprehensive mechanical refresh and servicing. We were also tasked with inserting more originality into the J2X, with some original parts missing or having been replaced with more modern alternatives, we’ve set off into bringing a more period feel back.
Read More1950 Jaguar XK120 mechanical overhaul to bring the joy back into driving one of the most beautiful classic cars.
Read MoreC-Type by CERA has been sympathetically serviced and had several safety improvements
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