Hello! I'm pretty new here, with a 1998 XJ8L with 108K. I'm in Dallas, Texas, USA. I've only had this car a couple of years, 1st Jag I've ever owned. It's a second car, not a daily driver, and was a gift from my brother-in-law. I've had the transmission rebuilt, and replaced brakes, plastic cooling tower (that was fun) and a wheel bearing. (also fun). The car has run like a top until about a week ago. When I started it up one day, it coughed once and then would not start, not even a sputter. The fuel pump runs, and it turns over smoothly with no mechanical noise. The issue appears to be electrical, but there are no trouble codes saved. I did check to make sure the "immobiliser" was not engaged, and it appears OK. Other than an old Volvo, all my cars have been Chevys or Chryslers. Before I tear into this fine British auto once more, I thought I'd put this out there and see if any of you with experience (and you ALL have more then me!) can point me in the right direction. I've noticed that several of you have suggested on other repairs that they should begin with a glass of whiskey, which suits me just fine. My wife LOVES this car so I'm in for the long haul.

Welcome aboard.