We've owned a 2000 XK8 convertible since 2002. It's Saphire Blue with an Ivory interior. We bought it off of a 2 yr lease with 50K miles (!) but it was Jaguar Certified with an extended warranty. We've only put 35K miles on it since then. However, now the repairs are starting to pile up. I'll be looking for advice as to fair repair prices and practices. A visit to the dealer in the Annapolis, MD area, results is bills of thousands of dollars. It's a fun car, but getting expensive to own. Mike Z

 

Hello, Mike,
It seems that dealers certainly know how to charge lately. I have no experience with one myself, but the stories like yours abound.

Under those circumstances it's understandable that little things begin to pile up until they become a considerable problem especially after 12 years.

That's why these forums exist; to help Jaguar owners like you who have little desire to buy their local Jag dealer another annuity to fix their own cars (at least partially) and save that money to put gas in the tank and drive the thing! Besides, they last longer when regularly driven.

You'll find lots of other members here who are willing and eager to help you with almost any Jaguar related problem you might have.

Welcome from ElinorB.
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Welcome to the forum Mike,

Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.

Follow this link XK8 / XKR - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the XK8/XKR forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.

Please 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 can also visit the USA Mid Atlantic Region forum by following this link USA Mid Atlantic - MD VA DC DE WV - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to find other members in your region.

Enjoy the forums.

Graham

 

welcome to the forum - you will find a wealth of info and support here simply follow the links Graham has provided and enjoy!!!!!!!

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums Mike,

Good to have you with us.
Enjoy the forum.

If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
If you need help with getting around and using the forum follow this link for some help Forum Help

 

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Welcome Mike ... and greetings from a Jaguar enthusiast in Australia.
We trust you find a friendly and rewarding experience on JaguarForums.
Best wishes,
Ken

 

Mike

Welcome to the forum!

Cheers,

Don