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Hey! Just joined and still don't have a Jag in hand. Have been seeking an XK8/XKR for a few months and think the right one has come my way but it is still in delivery mode and won't pass muster until after a certified Jag mechanic gives me his blessing.
Anyway, have a history with British cars dating back to ca. 1975, but mostly MGBs. Have restored a couple of cars and have had a national show winning MG for a few years. Giving it to son, so need a replacement Brit in the garage, hence have been seeking a Jaguar. Have friends with XK8s, XKEs, XK140s, XJSs, etc, and have driven a handful of Jaguars over the years.
Forum experience has been with MGBExperience.com, a wonderfully helpful and friendly bunch associated with MGBs. Been a member over there for several years.
Probably due to the enhanced technology involved with later model Jaguars, find the discussion on the Jaguar forum to be highly technical and sometimes a bit hard for a lay gearhead to completely understand. Hoping understanding comes with hands on experience. If not, there are some independent Jaguar shops in my area which will get more business.
About me - retired meteorologist who still dabbles as expert witness in litigation involving weather. Have lived in multiple areas east of the Rockies (Indiana, Illinois, Wyoming, Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee). Have two grown children, one a teacher, the other in the movie trade. Four grandkids, two boys and two girls. In 50th year of marriage to a very forgiving woman. Other than British cars, interests include genealogy, photography, history, and woodworking - hamfisted at all of them.
Anyway, have a history with British cars dating back to ca. 1975, but mostly MGBs. Have restored a couple of cars and have had a national show winning MG for a few years. Giving it to son, so need a replacement Brit in the garage, hence have been seeking a Jaguar. Have friends with XK8s, XKEs, XK140s, XJSs, etc, and have driven a handful of Jaguars over the years.
Forum experience has been with MGBExperience.com, a wonderfully helpful and friendly bunch associated with MGBs. Been a member over there for several years.
Probably due to the enhanced technology involved with later model Jaguars, find the discussion on the Jaguar forum to be highly technical and sometimes a bit hard for a lay gearhead to completely understand. Hoping understanding comes with hands on experience. If not, there are some independent Jaguar shops in my area which will get more business.
About me - retired meteorologist who still dabbles as expert witness in litigation involving weather. Have lived in multiple areas east of the Rockies (Indiana, Illinois, Wyoming, Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee). Have two grown children, one a teacher, the other in the movie trade. Four grandkids, two boys and two girls. In 50th year of marriage to a very forgiving woman. Other than British cars, interests include genealogy, photography, history, and woodworking - hamfisted at all of them.
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From: PHX some of the time
Welcome to Jaguar Forums Jim,
Good to have you with us.
The right one will turn up eventually, in the meantime any help or advice that you need can be found here XK8 / XKR - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum and the your regional section is located here Southern MidWest - AR LA MS KY TN AL - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum
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
Good to have you with us.
The right one will turn up eventually, in the meantime any help or advice that you need can be found here XK8 / XKR - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum and the your regional section is located here Southern MidWest - AR LA MS KY TN AL - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum
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
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Joined: May 2011
Posts: 359
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From: CA
Welcome to the forum Jim, come on over to the XK8/XKR section and join in. There is an enthusiastic bunch there who will answer your questions and provide you with encouragement to... well, to do whatever it is you want to do!
It's a fine car you have your eyes on.
Steve
It's a fine car you have your eyes on.
Steve
Joined: Dec 2011
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From: Durham, UK
Welcome to the forum Jim,
Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums. Let's see some photos of your MG.
Never rush buying any Jaguar. Find the right one with good provenance and it'll be a pleasure to own and drive.
Follow Norri's link to the XK8/XKR forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.
Enjoy the forums.
Graham
Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums. Let's see some photos of your MG.
Never rush buying any Jaguar. Find the right one with good provenance and it'll be a pleasure to own and drive.
Follow Norri's link to the XK8/XKR forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.
Enjoy the forums.
Graham
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Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 140
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From: South Carolina
Welcome,
yeah, another XK8 member. I know you will find the right one. I searched for months and this forum was and still is my number one resource. Take some time and look around, ask questions, really. Great to have you with us.
yeah, another XK8 member. I know you will find the right one. I searched for months and this forum was and still is my number one resource. Take some time and look around, ask questions, really. Great to have you with us.
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Joined: Oct 2012
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From: Atlantic, Canada
Welcome Jim, Hope the XK8/XKR is up to muster. I've had mine about a year now and with the help and guidance of the members of this forum she runs like new. I'm interested in your work as an expert witness involving weather, who can I sue for this miserable winter we are experiencing! we are in the middle of yet another blizzard and I'm dying to take the jag out for a run. It hasn't left the garage since Halloween.
Hi and welcome aboard, its good to have you here with us here at Jaguarforums
If you need any further help with the site moving forward, please just ask any moderator, veteran member and we'll be glad to assist.
In the meantime, any useful site information you may need such as how to post pictures, edit signatures, add videos, using the
search facility etc, can be found here within the following link Helpful_information
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........
If you need any further help with the site moving forward, please just ask any moderator, veteran member and we'll be glad to assist.
In the meantime, any useful site information you may need such as how to post pictures, edit signatures, add videos, using the
search facility etc, can be found here within the following link Helpful_information
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
Need a Manual, a TSB, or General Info' about your Jag? Check out our >> DOWNLOAD AREA <<
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........
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