ECD Automotive Design Unveils Jaguar E-Type GTO Under The Bridgewater Commission
KISSIMMEE, Fla., June 17, 2025 — ECD Automotive Design has unveiled its most ambitious creation yet: a bespoke Jaguar E-Type GTO, a one-of-one, open-top grand tourer built from the ground up for a private client under The Bridgewater Commission. This unique vehicle represents a new vision for what the E-Type could have become — a handcrafted, performance-focused grand tourer inspired by Jaguar’s motorsport history and the spirit of 1960s-era homologation specials.
In ECD’s naming convention, ‘GTO’ stands for Grand Touring Open — a performance-built, open-air configuration rooted in classic design and elevated for modern driving. This Jaguar GTO is the first of its kind: handcrafted, analog, and unapologetically bespoke. ‘This is the Jaguar GTO that never was — but always should have been,’ said Scott Wallace, ECD Co-Founder and CEO. ‘The Bridgewater Commission challenged us to look beyond restoration and build something entirely original. We weren’t just honoring Jaguar’s history — we were evolving it.’
The vehicle’s body was formed in Coventry, England, by heritage metal craftsmen who drew inspiration from the Series I E-Type and racing-spec D-Type. ECD completed the build in Florida, fitting the bodywork over a custom-configured Series II chassis and installing a rebuilt Jaguar V12 engine, tuned by Team CJ in Austin, Texas. The engine is mated to ECD-developed fuel injection, a modern cooling system, and a bespoke center-exit twin-pipe exhaust that delivers more than 400 bhp.
Inside, the Jaguar E-Type GTO exudes vintage character and bespoke detail. Custom GTS Classic Car Seats are wrapped in hand-stitched Spinneybeck Lucente Hercules leather. The brushed aluminum dash features Moal Bomber gauges and classic toggle switches, invoking the tactile drama of 1960s sports cars. Modern conveniences, including Bluetooth audio and heated seats, are seamlessly integrated into the cabin.
Vehicle Highlights
- Model: Jaguar E-Type GTO — The Bridgewater Commission
- Bodywork: Hand-formed aluminum panels built in Coventry
- Powertrain: Rebuilt Jaguar V12 by Team CJ; ECD-developed fuel injection and cooling; over 400 horsepower
- Chassis & Engineering: Series II chassis; Series III engine; custom cradle and axle system
- Interior: GTS Classic Car Seats in Spinneybeck Lucente Hercules leather; brushed aluminum dash; Moal Bomber gauges
- Technology: Bluetooth-compatible vintage-look radio; heated seating; USB charging; automatic headlights; power locks
- Roof: Custom removable hardtop for open or enclosed driving
ECD Automotive Design (NASDAQ: ECDA) is a creator of one-of-one reimagined classic vehicles that merge British heritage with modern performance. For more information about the Jaguar E-Type GTO or ECD’s bespoke vehicle program, visit www.ecdautodesign.com or call (407) 483-4825.
