Hi forum,

I've been car shopping for a couple weeks now... been looking at everything from Acuras, to Toyotas, Mustangs, Trans Ams and Volvos.

I recently saw an ad for a '97 XK8 and couldn't believe the low(ish) price. It was almost within reach. So with a bit of luck and a lot of determination, I'm going to try to find myself a well maintained/respected XK8 convertible. I have absolutely LOVED these cars ever since they first came out. I would be thrilled to own one.. especially here in So-Cal.. I can't think of a better car to own and drive.

So the search continues. Meanwhile, I'm going to peruse the forum and try to learn as much as I can about them so that I will be an informed shopper.

Cheers

 

Welcome to the forum, and best of luck on your search

 

Welcome to this friendly Forum.
Have a look here
XK8 / XKR - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum
in the How-To section you'll find a buyer's check list.
Good luck and keep in touch.

 

Welcome to the forum cali-XK8,

Follow Steve's link to the HOW TO section and check out the known issues on the early XK8's so you know the questions to ask about any potential purchase.

Enjoy the search and the forum.

Graham

 

Welcome to the forum cali-xk8,

Good to have you with us.
Maybe a dreamer - you're not the only one!
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.

 

Welcome to the forum cali, you have yourself pointed in the right direction it sounds like. With the right maintenance and care these cars can last many miles with pure driving fun.

Different model years do have some pit falls you want to be careful about like nikasil cyl liners and plastic timing chain tensioners. Service records are all so important when looking at any Jag.

Good luck with your search and hope we can help

 

welcome aboard, good to have you here with us here at JF

Good luck with the hunt and hope we can help....

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

Check out the regional section for your area?
There are lots of members local to you with the same interests.
Regional - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum


I've manually upgraded you to full forum access so you can better view the whole site and all its features.

Please Jump on in and enjoy the site.................

 

Hey thanks for that, and thanks for the warm welcome everyone. Lots of excellent links to a great resource of information! I'll be well prepared when it's time to start looking at vehicles (which will be soon hopefully).