The Jaguar XJR-15 was the world’s first production car with a carbon-fiber body that came out in a batch of 53 units in 1990–1992. This 1991MY example with the chassis number 042 is in perfect condition with just 246 km (153 miles) under its belt, explaining why someone just forked over $1,270,000 for it.
The car had originally stayed in a private collection in Asia after its first owner purchased it for $1,180,000 on January 14, 1991. In absolute terms, it looks like the Jag has gained in value over these past three decades.
Out of 53 total units, only 27 were made road-legal, while the rest were built with motorsports in mind.
This example had its carbon exterior sprayed in a deep blue metallic shade with a minimalist cabin trimmed in gray. It was also specced with OZ Racing multi-piece wheels.
Since the coupe has not been used for over 30 years, it requires maintenance to be driven. The winning bidder will be getting certain expendables and spare parts with their purchase, including a new fuel tank and pumps.
Power to the wheels is supplied by a 6.0liter V12 rated at 450 PS (444 hp / 331 kW). The number of gears depends on the modification: the racecar had five and the street-legal model six. Going from zero to 60 mph (97 km/h) took 3.2 seconds and the top speed was 190 mph (307 km/h).