The Jaguar C-X75 concept car from 2010 may have never made it to production, but four remaining prototypes from the 2015 James Bond film Spectre are now in the hands of collectors. British firm Callum, founded by the designer of the C-X75, has completed a thorough refurbishment of the second car used in the film, including exterior enhancements, active aerodynamics, a redesigned drivetrain, and a revamped cabin.
This new project follows the first order from February 2024, meaning two of the four C-X75 prototypes have now been treated by Callum to make them road-legal. The new build—based on Car 001—is said to be the most refined yet, thanks to numerous modifications.
Ian Callum described the Jaguar C-X75 as a “car that got away,” also adding that it was “full of untapped potential.” On the new conversion, the designer said, “We combined the client’s wishes with carefully considered solutions to bring the C-X75 to the wholly satisfying conclusion it always deserved.”
The team spent over 1,000 hours perfecting the body. Gaps between the body panels were narrowed, and the car was repainted in Willow Green.
Other details include brushed aluminum window surrounds, polished metal mesh grilles, a bespoke fuel filler cap, and carbon fiber accents at the rear. Finally, the taillights were improved for better light diffusion, and the C-X75 logo was engraved on the exhaust tips.
Callum’s refinements not only make the supercar more aesthetically pleasing but also bring performance enhancements. A new active aerodynamics package is said to increase stability and handling while adding air-braking functionality. The prototype’s 20-inch and 21-inch alloy wheels were retained.
Moving inside, the sparse cabin of the film car has been transformed into a luxurious, modern, and comfortable space. The dashboard, center console, and gear selector have been redesigned, along with a custom steering wheel and new bucket seats. These seats are upholstered in Bridge of Weir leather, featuring a dark green and cream color scheme.
The tactile rotary control knobs on the angled center console now have integrated touchscreens, with all other functions controlled by a roof-mounted panel.
The technology has been upgraded with a wireless charging pad, Apple CarPlay integration, a custom sound system, and digital rearview mirrors. More importantly, Callum’s engineers added air conditioning and improved the NVH levels of the supercar.
The Jaguar C-X75 retains its original 5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine, now paired with a new seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission sending power to the rear wheels. New software and electronics make the supercar more usable for daily driving, with a more dynamic sport mode available at the push of a button. The latter sharpens gear shifts and throttle responses while making the exhaust louder.
The suspension has been fine-tuned after extensive testing. Additionally, a front hydraulic lift system was added, allowing the supercar to navigate steep driveways or speed bumps without scraping the underside.
Callum hasn’t revealed the cost of the upgrades for the second Jaguar C-X75 prototype, but they certainly didn’t come cheap. It remains to be seen if the owners of the other two film cars will visit the British firm for similar treatment.
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