LEGO® Icons - Jaguar E-Type 11381

The LEGO Icons Jaguar E-Type (11381) is a 1,673-piece model car kit for adult builders, recreating the 77 RW registration E-Type in classic green with wire-style rims. It is an 18+ set built for display rather than play, and it reproduces the long bonnet and tapering rear that made the original such a landmark of British car design.

Working features under the bodywork

The bonnet lifts to expose a brick-built version of the famous inline-six engine. Doors open, the steering rack responds to the front wheels, and the textile roof folds back to reveal the cockpit.

Inside, the dashboard is detailed to match the layout of the real car. A five-piece tool kit stows in the boot, which opens at the push of a button rather than by hand.

Key features

• Opening bonnet over a replica inline-six engine
• Textile roof that folds back
• Working steering and opening doors
• Button-release boot with a five-piece tool kit
• Wire-style rims and a classic green body

A build to take your time over

At 1,673 pieces this sits in the middle of the LEGO Icons vehicle range: substantial enough to spend several evenings on, but not a weekend-long commitment. The LEGO Builder app provides 3D instructions that can be rotated and zoomed, which helps with the more intricate bodywork sections.

Set specifications

• Set number: 11381
• Piece count: 1,673
• Recommended age: 18 years and up
• Theme: LEGO Icons

Who this set suits

A natural fit for classic car enthusiasts and for anyone already collecting the LEGO Icons vehicle line. Finished, it reads as a piece of desk or shelf decor rather than a toy, which makes it a solid gift for an adult builder.

Display considerations

The model is long rather than tall, so it wants shelf depth more than height. Keep it out of direct sunlight if it will sit on a windowsill, as prolonged UV exposure can fade coloured elements over a period of years.