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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 08:39 AM
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Default New Member - First Jag 2000 XJ8 - 40,000 miles.

Just bought. one owner 2001 XJ8 with 40,000 miles..

I know the prior owner, it was his wife's car and he recently replaced all fluids and all water pipes and inspected all other pipes/tubing.. Also performed a full service last week. I am sure We got a good car and a great deal!

I look forward to learning a lot from y'all...

also have a 2000 Jeep Cherokee with 120,000 miles...
 

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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 08:44 AM
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Welcome to this friendly Forum, sound like a good buy.
Your car's technical section is
XJ ( X308 ) XJ8 / XJR - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum
and there's a Regional one too
Southwest US - AZ TX NM OK - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum
Enjoy your membership here.
 
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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 09:34 AM
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welcome to the forum - enjoy the wealth of information that assist in making ownership all the more pleasurable
 
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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 10:27 AM
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Welcome to the forum shayamanzi,

That's a good and reliable vehicle history.

Follow Steve's link to the X308 tech section for help, advice and information.

Enjoy the forum.

Graham
 
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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 11:34 AM
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Welcome to the forum shayamanzi,

Good to have you with us.
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.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 08:36 AM
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Congrats on buying one beautiful classic car and welcome to the forums!!!! Be sure that the timing chain tensioners/guides have been addressed!!!!! I wouldn't drive the car until you have this done!!!!! VERY IMPORTANT. Your going to love you car. Nothing like a driving a jaguar!!!!!
 
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Old Feb 26, 2013 | 08:10 PM
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Hi & welcome aboard Jaguarforums ....... good to have you here with us

Any useful site information you may need such as how to post pictures, edit signatures, add videos,
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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.
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Please Jump on in and enjoy the site.................
 
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Old Feb 26, 2013 | 09:32 PM
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Thanks for the Upgrade Jim. This forum has been great with helping me get started in my endeavor... I think I got a gem and intend to cherish it.. Will post pics
 
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