Hello Everyone,

I'm not too Forum literate so hope I'm in the Introduction section !

Firstly, thanks to all the contributors whose opinions, experience and maintenance tips I have read already. I particularly like AVOS's views on upgrades. Good luck to AVOS in all your Jaguar related endeavours.

From my 'monica' you can see I'm a long-term Jaguar owner, without any breaks in ownership. Lucky man.

I travel a lot on business, UK, Europe and USA. As a result I drive many different cars. I am always amazed, whatever cars I hire, just how amazingly comfortable my Jaguars are as soon as I sit in them. I couldn't wish for a better 'Welcome Home'

When I let my V12 go, I was very unpopular with the 'family'. Despite my joy with the 'sportiness' of the XJR; the family missed the legendary 'magic carpet ride' of that sumptuous V12 and her soft suspension; suspension that gave me some very interesing moments from time to time !

I have considered getting another V12 but the gas mileage was, by today's standards, undesirable. Well worth it though at the time.

I used to attend Jaguar Days at Donnington when I lived in the Midlands. Fond memories for me. You too ? I guess some of you guys attended the E Type Anniversary days. I even met 'Lofty'. We all have much to thank and admire him for. I even got to touch a real XKSS, and Alan Lloyd's XJ220. Now's not the appropriate time for nostaligia, perhaps.

What have I learnt in all these years of Jaguar ownership ?

Ownership may not be inexpensive, but driving a well-maintained car is an absolute joy. Long live Jaguar.

Unlike many contributors, I do not maintain my cars. Main Dealers can be OK, but find yourself an good Independent, they are worth their weight in Gold.

I am considering retiring to Spain. Alicante province.

I would be very interested in any members' experience of preparing an X350 XJR for the hotter climes? Intercooler pump and radiator upgrades ?
Europeanisation (?) of front-lighting.

Finally, I hope I can offer some useful support to other existing and future Jaguar owners, whatever their ride.

PS, Fantastic Forum. My sincerest thanks to all those that created and maintain it

 

Welcome to the forum Rojie,

Yes - you are in the right section and thank you for an interesting Intro.

Follow this link XJ ( X308 ) XJ8 / XJR - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X308 section and this one XJ ( X350 & X358 ) XJ6 / XJ8 / XJR - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X350 section for help, advice and information on the '98 and '04 respectively.

You may also like to visit the UK Region section by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/uk-68/ to find other members in this country and the Europe Region from here Europe - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum for advice from expats on lighting changes.

Enjoy the forum.

Graham

 

Welcome to the forum Rojie,

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.

 

Welcome aboard, Rojie.

I'm sure you will enjoy everything this forum has to offer

 

Hi there & welcome aboard Jaguarforums Rojie....... good to have you here with us


What a great intro, thanks so much for sharing.
I think we may learn as much if not more than we can help you, but its all good.

Thanks for the kind words on the site too, appreciated by all who help to make it what it is I'm sure.

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Please also take the time to check out the regional section for your area!
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Please Jump on in and enjoy the site.................

 

Hello & welcome from Gloucestershire ...nice to see you here !!