Highlights
- Highly detailed replica of the 1953 Le Mans-winning C-Type
- Professionally built by Trevor Williams Le Mans Replicas in 2005
- British Racing Green with white roundels and green leather interior
- Full SVA certification and fully road legal
- Rebuilt 4.2L XK engine by specialist Chris Forbes, fitted in 2023
- In current family ownership since 2016
- Regularly but sparingly enjoyed amassing just 22,000 miles
- MOT valid to May 2026
The Appeal
In the early 1950s, Jaguar was quite literally unstoppable. Its slippery C-Type pounded up the Mulsanne Straight at up to 144mph, in the process pummelling factory cars from established names like Mercedes, Ferrari and Alfa Romeo into submission. Just 53 were left at the works, so it is no wonder that Realm’s well-respected and dimensionally accurate replica is so popular with dedicated enthusiasts.
This Realm C-Type was built by specialist TWR Replicas in 2005 to closely replicate the 1953 race-winning car of Duncan Hamilton and Tony Rolt. The photos prove the point - the BRG paintwork and white roundels are obvious nods, but it is the depth of attention to detail that makes this car so appealing. Enthusiasts will note the lack of carpets, the correct sound deadening on the transmission tunnel, the aero screens and the leather panel straps.
Beneath the bonnet, there is, of course, an XK engine, but in 4.2L displacement mated to a five-speed Toyota Supra gearbox. It was rebuilt in 2023 by XK guru Chris Forbes to Club Sport spec. The engine was carefully set up by Stanton Motor Sport on a rolling road. MOT records indicate it has covered around 3,000 miles since. Other notable work includes a brake overhaul two years ago. New Blockley tyres were fitted last year.
The car is correctly registered with the DVLA and carries SVA certification to ensure it is fully road legal. The MOT runs to May 2026. It has featured at shows including Silverstone, Goodwood and Castle Combe.
The car has been used and enjoyed, which, of course, we fully endorse. That means there are a few light marks to note, but nothing that couldn’t easily be rectified if the buyer wishes. This magnificent labour of love looks both fabulous and enormous fun.
The vendor says:
The car is a lovely drive and the only reason it is being sold is that I don’t use it enough !
History and Paperwork
- Professionally built by Trevor Williams Le Mans Replicas in 2005
- First registered with DVLA as a Realm in June 2006
- Four registered keepers from new
- Current keeper since November 2016
- Full SVA certification and fully road legal we are told
- Used for shows and race meetings at Silverstone, Goodwood, and Castle Combe
- Engine rebuilt in 2023 by Chris Forbes (CFS XK engine rebuild) with new block
- Engine set up by Stanton Motorsport on a rolling road
- Brakes refurbished in 2024
- New Blockley tyres fitted in 2025
- MOT valid to 20th May 2026 with advisories to note
- Private registration plate included in sale
The Condition
- Professionally built by specialist TWR Replicas and completed in 2006
- Built top closely resemble the 1953 C-Type Le Mans race winner
- Finished in British Racing Green with white roundels
- Paintwork presents very well with a few minor chips and marks to note
- Well detailed car including leather bonnet straps and height adjustable aero screens
- Interior in good condition with smart mid green leather bucket seats and no carpets
- Willans harnesses for both seats
- Correct heat reflecting material on transmission tunnel as per original
- No carpeting anywhere unlike most copies
- Seat cushions interchangeable in thickness to suit occupants of different height
- Supplied with black tonneau cover
- Recently fitted Blockley vintage tyres showing good remaining tread
- Painted wire wheels as shown
- Four spoke wood-rimmed classic-style steering wheel
If you didn’t have sight of this car’s V5C it feels easily to assume it is one of the 53 genuine factory cars. That’s a testament to the work of Trevor Williams at TWR Replicas and the depth of detail. We particularly like the adjustable aero screens, side exit exhaust, green leather bucket seats and the absence of carpets.
This is a car built to be enjoyed, and so it has been. That has resulted in a few marks and chips, such as where the bonnet meets the body, but nothing unsightly. They are signs of a well-loved car.
The Mechanics
- Rebuilt 4.2-litre (4,235cc) XK in-line six engine
- Triple 45DCOE Weber twin choke carburettors
- XK engine built by CFS to Club sport specification
- Five-speed Supra gearbox
- Oil cooler fitted
- Stainless exhaust manifold and stainless custom-made exhaust
- Engine set up by Stanton Motor Sport on rolling road
- The car has only covered around 3,000 miles since the engine was rebuilt
- MOT valid to May 2026 with minor advisories to note
We’ve applauded the depth of detail applied to this C-Type’s cosmetics, and the same is true of the mechanicals. In place of the original’s 3.4L XK engine, there is a 4.2L Jaguar engine. It was rebuilt in 2023 by XK specialist Chris Forbes to what we are told is Club Sport specification featuring triple Webers. It was then tuned by Stanton Motor Sport on its rolling road. The gearbox is a 5spd Supra unit.
The car has covered few miles since all this work was done and is said to run and drive very well.
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