Is there aftermarket
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I've not heard of any. It would be unusual to get into making pattern parts for such low-volume models until they become valuable classics. There are still panels available from Jaguar, so it isn't worth tooling up to make copies. I guess things will be different in 40+ years when the XK is as old as the E-Type is now (assuming the electronics have survived!)
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For low volume, the cost of the presses and molds is very prohibitive. You could be in for several hundred thousand to make a few parts. Your alternative is to hand hammer. (Not always consistent.)
This is why most aftermarket body parts are in fiberglass - foam or plywood mold that is much lower cost to make. Carbon fiber is similar in mold cost to Carbon, but requires very good ovens.
This is why most aftermarket body parts are in fiberglass - foam or plywood mold that is much lower cost to make. Carbon fiber is similar in mold cost to Carbon, but requires very good ovens.
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