Hi, I just picked up a 1990 XJS V12 in need of a little work, and while trying to search about these cars found this place, which seems to be a great resource! So, I thought I would join up and say hi.

A little about me - I'm originally from the UK, and moved to southern Indiana about 4yrs ago with my work (engineering).
I've owned a few older cars - 1972 MG Midget, 1979 Mini Cooper, a couple of old VW's and currently have a 1972 Pontiac Firebird Formula in the garage. I was after something with a little more class, and got the itch for the XJS.... my family has owned a lot of Jaguars - my grandfather in his time had a new one every few years, starting with the original S-Type! Today my father owns a Series II 3.8 E-Type FHC.

I'm not afraid of a little wrench-turning, but will be spending some time on here learning the ins-and-outs of these cars.

So, the first on the agenda with the new XJS is brakes - at the moment, the pedal drops straight to the floor, and can't even seem to be pumped up (although reading the procedures, I was trying to do this with the engine running which I think is wrong). Basic diagnosis will be happening this evening, but any easy pointers would be much appreciated!

Apart from that, there are really no big issues with the car - central locking is not working correctly, and the center dash console is cracked, but that's about it really!

 

Welcome to the forum Otto,

I think they are all in need of a little work! The benefits outweigh the hardships when the car behaves for you, it sounds like you have a good idea what's in store from your list of previous cars.

 

welcome aboard Jaguarforums.com good to have you here with us

you gotta check out youtube - wheeler dealers do an XJS ...... they cover the cracked cetre console area amongst other things!

There really are some amazing and friendly guys here....you're in really good company to discuss anything Jag related or have a few laughs!

Any issues just post and the guys here will help you out no problems....

A really great mix of information, camraderrie and fun
I've manually upgraded you to full forum access so you can better view the site and all its features

Jump on in and enjoy

 

Thanks for the warm welcome!

Looking forward to getting stuck in with this car - will definitely check out Wheeler Dealers, an old favourite of mine when I lived in the uk!!!

I've already seen loads of fantastic info here.

Will try get some pics up soon as well!

 

Welcome to the forum.

The XJS guys will soon have you stopping again.

Good to have you with us.