Hi there!

I wanted to introduce myself, my name is Elyse and I am a new Jag owner. I inherited my new Jag from my late grandfather. I have great childhood memories with this car so I sort of went against my families advice to flip it and get rid of it. Its sentimental...and I love it and I need to drive it.

Its a 1988 V12 Vanden Plas... and I have no idea were to begin. Let me start with a couple of things:
- Im a 25 year old girl
- I just got my license
- I dont know anything about cars
- The car has 130,000 clicks
- Its hasnt been driven for a little over a year.

So. It seems to me that I need to get it looked at and quoted. Logically, Im assuming this needs not just any mechanic but a Jag Doctor. Any suggestions for Toronto?
Also, It looks like I have to search around for a storage garage to hold my new guy. Does anyone know of a good vehicle storage unit?

Also Im looking around for as much research as possible. I want to know what Im looking at and talking about mechanically. Even other details such as; is this more of a summer time car? how often does it need to be checked up? are their any kinks that I should be cautious of?

Anyways this is my story! Thanks for listening. Any advice would be SO greatly appreciated.
Cheers!
-E

 

Welcome to the forum Elyse,

A great way to hold on to childhood memories and the memory of your Grandfather. Apart from that a very nice car to own and drive.

The 130K isn't likely to be an issue but getting the VDP running properly after a year without use will take a little attention.

Follow this link XJ6 & XJ12 Series I, II & III - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the Series I/II/III section for help and advice.

First thing you're after is local knowledge. Regional Co-ordinator avt007 (Rob) is likely to pick up on your post here and get you some information relevant to Toronto. (he's in Vancouver but that's a lot closer than I am!)

Enjoy the VDP and the forum.

Graham

 

Welcome to the forum Elyse,

Good to have you with us.
It will be a bit of a challenge but will be rewarding if you can keep her in good shape.
Follow Grahams advice above.
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.

 

Welcome to this friendly Forum, Elyse. The ideal would be a JF member in your area who would pop over + take a look.
One thing's for sure - you'll need to have the battery tested and either charged or replaced so that's something to do right away while you're getting sorted.

 

Hi there Elyse & welcome aboard, good to have you here with us
You've already been given some really sound advice which will be helpful I'm sure. Please check into the relevat sectio nfor your car and you'll get tons of useful help and advice.
As suggested - The Regional Coordinater Avt007 ( Rob ) will likely be able to help with more local advice

Please.....If there's anything else you're not sure of .....Don't be afraid to ask, thats what we're here for....

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Also, why not drop in and visit the regional section for your area?
There are lots of members local to you with the same interests.
Regional - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum

There's a really great mix of information, camraderrie and fun here.....


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

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Please Jump on in and enjoy the site.................

 

Welcome Elyse! I support your decision, your grandfather would be proud. I'd sugggest starting a thread in the Canadian section (the link is in my signature) asking for advice on a Toronto area Jag specialist.
As for research, this is the best place to be.