Hello to all and sundry.

First impressions sometimes count so here goes.

Let me start with a whimsical tale as to how I arrived here.

Back in ancient times of the first Victorian (Geelong) pandemic lockdown I logged in to Gumtree with great determination to buy a computer table. Following a few stumbles and a fortuitous accident I noticed an advert which turned out to be be a private sale for a very very nice looking vehicle.

I was instantly drawn to the beauty, style and engineering magnificence.

Intrigued I contacted the seller of said vehicle and arranged for a viewing with the hopeful intention of a test drive.

Within 30 min there it was, a 2002 Jaguar S-Type SE Auto. I was smitten and before any introduction was made or indeed any viewing I had to buy what has turned out to be my prized possession.

$7,000 later I was the proudest person in my street and indeed my inner world.

80,000 miles on the clock at the time and immaculate.

I have yet to buy a computer table some 2 years later.



My gratitude to KiwiJon for opportunity to be a part of Jaguarforums.



I shall attempt to post photos as soon as possible.



Thank you



Col

 

Welcome aboard Col from North of the border.

 

thank you kindly Squire North of the border
Looking through the forum I think I’ll be able to finally maximise the potential of my inadvertent yet prized purchase.

 

Welcome to the Forums.

Forget the table, buy another Jag, they work better in pairs. I once was permitted by "management" to have 11.

Good luck.

 

From one S-type owner to another... Welcome. The S-type forum is populated with a very friendly group and contains a wealth of knowledge.

 

welcome to the forum - enjoy!!

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums Col,

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

 

Welcome Col,
Dont forget that Somtimes Jags come WITH tables!

 

Thanks for the tip Norm. Very considerate of you. I shall

 

Hello, Col,
Like all the Aussies I have mat, you spin a good yarn.
I know it's a bit late but Congratulations on your serendipitous find of your First Jaguar!
(Who needs computer table when you can have a Jaaag!)
It's frequently Love at First Sight with Jags.

Also, in this part of the world, $7000 for a running car is an absolute Steal! Good Job!
80,000 miles is just now well loosened up and broken in.

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

 

Thanks Elinor. For the record I was born in Macclesfield, grew up in Blackpool before we came to Oz in 1981.

I’m glad I raised a smile and thanks for the compliment.

Live at first sight alright.
For the initial 2 months driving by myself was akin to a teenage romance. Awkward, fumbling, overawed.

My brother took 3 months to get the courage to take a drive around the block due to nerves
My mum (82) cried when she first got int and my dad was beaming.

Now there’s no going back.
You don’t drive a Jaguar you be transported
Fellow owners wave and flash lights

As you sagely pointed out, nicely worn in and I can always take my iPad in to my Jag.

Thanks again Elinor and I include everyone who has extended a wonderful welcome my way.

 

Welcome to the forums Col,

Good to have you with us.

Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/s...ed-v8-x200-15/ to the S-Type forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues.

Please read the guidance for new members ( https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/n...ned-up-241802/ ) which answers many of the most frequent questions about getting started.

Enjoy the forums.

Graham