Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.This 2018 Jaguar F-Type R-Dynamic coupe is an increasingly rare thing: a genuinely beautiful sports car with a manual gearbox, a combination Jaguar offered only briefly and has since abandoned along with the F-Type itself. Finished in Caldera Red over Ebony leather with the supercharged V6, it shows 23,000 miles and has been carefully kept. For an enthusiast who prizes a third pedal in a stylish, characterful coupe, the manual F-Type is a compelling and undervalued proposition.2018 Jaguar F-Type R-Dynamic CoupeBring a TrailerWhat it's worth right nowThe F-Type is a depreciating modern sports car, so mainstream data is the right guide. TrueCar shows the 2018 F-Type R-Dynamic averaging around $45,986, while Cars.com puts the broader 2018 F-Type average near $39,562 and Classic.com pegs the model's all-years average around $47,023. Those figures largely reflect automatic cars, which make up the overwhelming majority, since the manual was a low-take-rate option available only on the V6.AdvertisementAdvertisementThat rarity is the key variable here. The six-speed manual was offered only on the supercharged V6 F-Type and for only a few years before Jaguar dropped it, and with the F-Type now out of production entirely, the manual cars have a specific and growing appeal to enthusiasts. A clean, 23,000-mile manual coupe in an attractive color should command a premium over an equivalent automatic, even if the broader F-Type market remains a depreciation story for now.2018 Jaguar F-Type R-Dynamic CoupeBring a TrailerGiven the mileage, condition, and the desirable manual gearbox, I would call fair value roughly $38,000 to $50,000. The current $15,000 bid with seven bids and five days remaining is very early and well below that, so expect significant movement as the auction runs toward a number reflecting the rare transmission.Condition and detailsThe specification is the appeal. This F-Type R-Dynamic coupe is finished in Caldera Red over Ebony premium leather, with the supercharged 3.0-liter V6 making 380 horsepower through the six-speed manual, a factory active sport exhaust, a panoramic glass roof, 20-inch Gyrodyne wheels, a Meridian sound system, and a set of Coco Mats included. It has been with the seller for four years, shows 23,000 miles with about 4,000 added under current ownership, and carries a clean Carfax with fairly complete service records including fluid and air-filter service in September 2023.2018 Jaguar F-Type R-Dynamic CoupeBring a TrailerFor condition, the seller and a visitor both describe a well-cared-for car; one commenter who inspected it in person praised the condition against the many rough F-Types he had seen and said he did not even need to drive it. A few details worth noting from the comments: the ceramic coating is a self-applied consumer product rather than a professional installation, the current Pirelli tires were fitted at around 12,000 miles and should have meaningful life left, and the seller confirmed it is the manual and comfortable to drive at his height. A known F-Type maintenance topic, the supercharger coolant "Y-pipe," came up in the comments, with an owner noting Jaguar later revised the part to aluminum; it is worth asking whether this car's has been addressed.2018 Jaguar F-Type R-Dynamic CoupeBring a TrailerThe one procedural item is the title. There is a lien on the car, and the seller's lender must be repaid before the title can transfer, so a buyer should confirm the payoff process, ideally using Bring a Trailer Verified Checkout, which is available for this listing and which a commenter specifically asked about. Beyond that, the diligence is standard: verify the service history, confirm the tire age and condition, ask about the supercharger Y-pipe, and get a pre-purchase inspection.2018 Jaguar F-Type R-Dynamic CoupeBring a TrailerAdvertisementAdvertisementThe offerSpecificationDetailMakeJaguarModelF-Type R-Dynamic CoupeYear2018Mileage23,000EngineSupercharged 3.0-liter V6Power380 horsepower, 339 lb-ftTransmissionSix-speed manualDrive typeRear-wheel driveExterior colorCaldera RedInterior colorEbonyCurrent bidUSD $15,000Interested in this car? View the listing here.What makes the manual F-Type uniqueThe Jaguar F-Type was the spiritual successor to the legendary E-Type, a genuinely gorgeous two-seat sports car with a soundtrack, from its supercharged engines and active exhaust, that ranks among the best of its era. For a few years Jaguar offered a six-speed manual on the supercharged V6 cars, a rare concession to purists in an era of automatics, and the take rate was low enough that manual F-Types are genuinely uncommon. With the F-Type discontinued entirely as Jaguar reinvents itself as an electric brand, the manual cars represent a specific and finite slice of a nameplate that is now closed.2018 Jaguar F-Type R-Dynamic CoupeBring a TrailerThat combination of striking design, a charismatic supercharged engine, and the rare manual gearbox gives these cars a clear enthusiast appeal that the broader, automatic-dominated F-Type market does not fully reflect yet. Values today are still driven by ordinary depreciation, which is exactly what makes a clean, low-mileage manual coupe look like good value: it offers the increasingly rare manual-sports-car experience in a car that will only become more distinctive as the last internal-combustion Jaguars recede. For the right buyer, that is a compelling place to be.My takeThis is a rare and lovely thing, a manual F-Type coupe in a great color and well-kept condition, and the manual gearbox is exactly what gives it appeal beyond the depreciation curve. My fair-value call is $38,000 to $50,000, reflecting the desirable transmission and clean 23,000-mile condition against the F-Type's status as a still-depreciating modern sports car. I would be comfortable in that range for a car that inspects well and whose lien is cleared cleanly.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe buying advice is about the title and a couple of F-Type specifics. Confirm the lien payoff and title-transfer process before funding, using Verified Checkout if it helps, verify the service history and tire age, and ask specifically whether the supercharger Y-pipe has been addressed given the known revision. Note that the ceramic coating is a self-applied product rather than professional. Get a pre-purchase inspection. Handle those, and the current $15,000 bid has substantial room to climb toward a fair number for one of the rare manual F-Types.Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not a dealership or broker. All vehicle specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for typographical errors, omissions, or the accuracy of the provided information. Please verify all details directly with the seller.Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.This story was originally published by Autoblog on Aug 14, 2026, where it first appeared in the Car Buying section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.