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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 09:35 PM
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Hello, my name is Doug
Just purchased my first Jaguar, a XJ8. I never expected to own a Jaguar, I just stumbled across something different that I really liked. I had a Chrysler 300C with the 5.7 Hemi and really liked the power and ride. I traded it for a Ford Fusion hybrid due to the 50 mile commute I was making. My circumstances have changed again and I only commute 4 miles now. I decided I would start looking for another 300C. They seemed to be very popular as each of them was sold just before I could get to them. I though I would try a mustang at the local Jaguar dealer. It was sold before I got there as well. After talking with the Sales Lady, she directed me to a Jaguar S type. It had the V6 and I didn't like it so much. She them showed me the XJ8. After 1 drive I was hooked. Power, smooth ride and handles the curves. Great combination, I forgot about shopping for a Mustang, went home and did research on the XJ8. Found this site, couldn't find any reason to not buy it, so I went back and bought it.

I know long story but that's how I ended up in a XJ8. Never expected it, it just happened that way. Looking forward to learning more about this car and its capabilities.
 

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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 09:45 PM
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Welcome to the forums!

So you test drove an XK8 and decided to buy the XJ8?
Either way, they're both fantastic cars. I hope you enjoy your new Jaaaaaggggg. The forums here are your best tool for maintenance and upkeep on these cars. You will find valuable information and save big money with the advice you can get from very knowledgable folks here.

Congrats!
 
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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 09:59 PM
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OOPs typo it was always the XJ8
 
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Old Apr 25, 2013 | 02:04 AM
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Welcome to the forum Doug,

Follow this link XJ ( X350 & X358 ) XJ6 / XJ8 / XJR - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X350 section for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top there is a good place to start for info on regular issues.

Remember to add vehicle details to your Signature to help others to give relevant advice. Go to the User CP button on the left of the top menu bar, then Settings & Options under Your Control Panel. Select Edit Signature and enter the details.

You may also like to visit the US Lower Atlantic Region section by following this link Lower Atlantic - NC SC FL GA - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to find other members in your region.

Enjoy the forum.

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Old Apr 25, 2013 | 06:07 AM
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Welcome to the forum Doug,

Good to have you with us.
Enjoy the forum.

If you haven't already done so you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2013 | 09:05 AM
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welcome to the forum - as the others have said - a ton of great info and support here - enjoy!
 
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Old Apr 26, 2013 | 09:14 PM
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Hey there and welcome aboard....... good to have you here with us here at Jaguarforums

Any useful site information you may need such as how to post pictures, edit signatures, add videos,
use the search facility etc, can be found here within the following link Helpful_information

Please also take the time to check out the regional section for your area!
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I've manually upgraded you to Full forum access so you can better view the site and all its features
Please Jump on in and enjoy the site.................
 
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Old Apr 27, 2013 | 08:35 AM
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Thanks for the welcome.
 
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