Hey All.
I'm in the process of purchasing a 2002 S-Type, 4L V8. This will be my Mum's daily drive (Mom for you yanks out there ) I figure after smashing & commandeering a number of her vehicles over the years, it's about time I replace one, & do it with a bit of Panache!
I'm in Victoria, Australia. Been a hoon for a long time now. Settled down a bit with kids etc (Still drive like it's stolen. LOL)
I have a small fleet of Vehicles I look after:
MY09 Commodore Omega 60thAnniv (Holden to us Aussies, Chev Omega in US, Vauxhaul/Opel in UK) - My Daily Drive
MY04 (TS) Astra G Convertible; Linea Rossa (Holden in Aust, Opel in UK & US) - Daughter #1 Daily
MY09 Barina TK Facelift (Again Holden Here, Chev Aveo T200 in US, Daewoo Kalos in Europe) - Daughter #2 Daily
MY05 Smart ForTwo Pulse (W450) Slight lux model (same globally I think?) - Wife Daily & Shopping Cart
MY05 Smart ForTwo base model (W450) - Unfinished Project

The TK Barina may be being replaced with a MY02 (TS) Astra G - base Bertone model - as my daughter driving the Barina is a little jealous of the other daughter with the Linea Rossa. Daughter #2 got her license first & did it in a Manual, but now wants the luxury of the Cabby with Auto & Cruise, so I've found one cheap to do up & get her in. We'll see how that pans out!

Anyway, my investigations into Jagdom led me here & because of the Info & general tone of the Forum & comments therein I've decided to take a punt on the Jag & buy it warts & all! She is not perfect, paint is a bit dodge & she has a few dings & scratches, but she'll live outside in the weather so no drama.

I look forward to getting into the swing of stuff & bringing the new girl into the fold, with assistance from you guys here on the forums.
Cheers All,
Hammer.

 

Welcome aboard from North of the border.

 

Welcome to the forums.

 

Welcome to the forums Jack-Hammer,

The S-Type will be alright living outside. The Australian climate is a lot more forgiving to Jaguars than here in the UK where they gradually dissolve with the combination of rain and road salt.

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. You can also use the Australia - Victoria/Tasmania Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/a...a-tasmania-94/ to find other members in your region.

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

 

Welcome to the Forums.

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums Jack-Hammer,

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 to the forum - enjoy!!!!

 

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

 

Hello,
I'm noticing that None of your cars are from the current decade. I thought I was the only one who appreciates and likes to drive Olde Stuff like that.
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')

 

Thanks everyone. I feel quite welcome & have already made use of the Forum Lists & Info on here. Learning something new every day. Cheers All.