At the beginning of February, the auction that would take place for the 2016 Range Rover SDV8 Autobiography LWB was announced, the car that belonged to Queen Elizabeth II, and that was used during the visit of the then president of the United States, Barack Obama.
This past weekend, specifically on February 2, car lovers and collectors had the opportunity to bid to get the Jaguar I-Pace, a symbol of British royalty and a coveted piece by collectors around the world, although It is unknown who bought it and for how much.
The vehicle in question, a Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE, marks not only Jaguar’s foray into the world of electric vehicles, but it was the first electric car purchased by the British Royal House. Purchased by the then Prince of Wales, Charles III, in April 2018, this model stands out for its exclusive Loire Blue color, customized at the request of Charles III himself.
With less than 5,000 kilometers on its odometer, this Jaguar I-Pace has witnessed memorable moments, with royals such as Queen Elizabeth II and Megan Markle enjoying its comforts. In addition, it has special details, such as blue emergency lights installed by Jaguar Land Rover’s special vehicles division, which underline its royal status.
Following its service in the Royal Household, the vehicle was discreetly sold and acquired by Karen French, who has now offered it at auction. Although it has traveled more than 56,000 kilometers since then, experts estimate that its value could reach 82,000 euros, reflecting its unique connection to British royalty and its appeal to luxury car collectors.
The Jaguar I-Pace, with its power of 400 HP and its range of 470 kilometers in the WLTP cycle, is more than a luxury electric car; It is a symbol of the evolution of motorsport and the royal commitment to environmental sustainability.
