Hi.
Just like to introduce myself....
i am an old f*rt going on 72 and have just bought an xj8 year 2000 i am a retired HGV driver and also have a Rover 75 club cdti on a 53 plate.

i don't do much driving but i do like to have nice cars in the drive so here's a few photo's
regards
John....

 

Welcome to the forum John,

Good to have you with us.
We have several self professed old f**ts here so you'll fit right in!
If you need help or advice look here XJ ( X308 ) XJ8 / XJR - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum .
Take a look at your regional section also UK - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum
Enjoy the forum.

If you haven't already done so you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.

 

I would make the normal stupid American " your steering wheel is on the wrong side" joke, but saying as it is a British car in Britain I will abstain.

 

welcome to the forum and no such thing as old farts when driving a Jag - know to knock years off an individuals age!! Enjoy the cat and the forum

 

Welcome to JFOF (Jaguar Forums Old Farts) we always like to see a new member.

Great looking Jag you have there, something for GGG to look out for.

Good to have you with us.

 

Thanks for the welcome, only had it a week and broke it already,
whilst drilling a hole through the parcel shelf to install some parking sensors i cut through about six wires one of them being suppl;y to fuel pump.
still all fixed now and £65 lighter, that will teach me heh?
see i am not just an old f**t but a silly old f**t to boot...
still it all ads to life experiences....
regards
John....

 

Welcome to the forum John,

The Newcastle-upon-Type 'BB' registration number caught my eye even before reading your location. Your XJ8 looks in nice condition.

Follow Norri's link to the X308 section for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top there is a good place to start for info on regular issues.

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.

Enjoy the forum.

Graham

 

Hey there John and welcome aboard....... good to have you here with us here at Jaguarforums

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

Please also take the time to check out the regional section for your area!
There are lots of members local to you with the same interests with info on local dealers and possible meets.
Regional - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum

I've manually upgraded you to Full forum access so you can better view the site and all its features
Please Jump on in and enjoy the site.................

 

Hi chaps, can anyone tell me how i find what model xj8 i have ?

I know it is a w reg year 2000 3.2 and that's all i know.
i would like to know how to tell if it is a basic or whatever other derivative i have.
I do hope i have worded this so you know what i mean and not double dutch.....
many thanks in advance....
John..

PS. what tools will i need to remove the steering wheel ?
i have carried out this job on my Rover 75 so hoping its the same procedure......

 

John,

The Model you have is an X308 - the XJ8 manufactured between 1997-2003. In the UK it was available with 3.2 or 4.0 litre engine and a variety of trim specifications.

If you ask nicely at the Jaguar Dealer, Stratstone in Houghton-le-Spring, they'll do a printout from the 'Direct Dealer Warranty' system for you. This will detail exactly what specification you have.

Be very careful when removing the Steering Wheel. You must first discharge the Airbag to avoid risking setting it off. Depending on what you are wanting to do, you may not need to remove the wheel...............?

Graham

 

Thanks for the quick reply Graham and the answers.
I am removing the steering wheel to replace it with a half wooden one,
I have done this before when i fitted a walnut one to my Rover 75 so i was just wondering if it was the same procedure and it looks like exactly the same.
The thing now is i am going to end up with two half wood steering wheels after a mix up on eBay still never mind heh better have an extra as be short of one....
kindest regards.
John....