I recently acquired a running project car of sorts - this beautiful Jaguar XJ-S originally in BRG, wrapped in metallic red. Here's what it looked like when I first bought it:



As expected, there was some definite damage underneath, and I'll have some fun repairing the body and getting their crappy Bondo work out of the way.

Here's the in progress to see that gorgeous undercoat of British Racing Green:



Joining to help document the process, read up on relevant details, find sources for any need tools/parts, and potentially ask for advice! I'm located in Colorado Springs, CO in the US. Finally, here's a shot of my current two cars in the garage after I sold my last Focus RS:

 

Welcome aboard.

 

Welcome to the

Forums.

You really need the proper leaper.

 

welcome to the forum - enjoy!!

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums Jazz'n'Jags,

Good to have you with us.
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Hello,
Congratulations on your new Jaguar XJS convertible!
As RED is my second favorite, I'd have left it that way. But, as it's YOUR car.....

Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')

 

I'm going to be returning the original badge for this one (which luckily was in the trunk). Pic for example:


Classic Collection Emblem