Hi,
Just joined Jaguar Forums and thought I would give a quick introduction.
Been a Jaguar fan since I was a boy, as my Dad owned several MKII’s, a 420G and a 420.
When he passed I inherited the 420 (has been in the family for 50 years) with the intention to do a full restoration.
My current car is a 2009 X Type 2.2 Diesel, just got it back OTR but having some issues.
Hope to tap into the experience and knowledge of fellow members and help out where I can.

 

Welcome to the forums DavyJ,

Good to have you with us. Have you kept the 420? A proper Jaguar but sadly a rare sight on the UK roads now.

Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x-type-x400-14/ to the X-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 UK & Eire Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/uk-eire-68/ 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

 

Thanks Graham!

Yes I have kept the 420, too much sentimental value to let it go. Needs a lot of bodywork but I have been picking up New Old Stock panels through the years.
Its a 1968 Metalic Green with cinnamon leather.
As you say it’s a rare car now.
I don’t understand why these cars are not more popular, it’s a beautiful car, and it pains me to see ones being sold just to be broken up for spares.

Best regards,
David

 

welcome to the forum - enjoy!!!

 

Welcome to the forum Davy,

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.

 

David,

I owned one in the 70's when they were only fetching around £250. A wonderful car but rust was the killer and it wasn't worth doing much more than essentials to make it last a bit longer until the inevitable trip to the scrapyard.

For many years restoration was difficult because parts were scarce and costs (especially welding and paint) vastly exceeded the final value of the vehicle. Fortunately that has now changed but so few examples are available because many other owners did the same as me. I've considered a few over the years but never had the time or garage space necessary for a restoration. Good luck with the restoration. The sentimental value and provenance make it very worthwhile regardless of how long it takes you.

Graham

 

Hello, David,
How cool you have such an example of Truly Classic Jaguar!
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')

 

Thanks Norri!

 

Thanks Elinor!

 

Thanks Steve!

 

Welcome aboard Davy.

 

Welcome to the Forums.

 

Welcome to the forums.