New NYC Member
#1
06-12-2017, 05:31 AM
New NYC Member
Hello.
Just (2 weeks ago) bought a 2002 XK8 Convertible with 114,000 miles and all the usual problems. The dash being lit like a Christmas tree was a major factor in reducing the price.
I consider myself a keen amateur mechanic. I have been messing with old British cars since I was a teenager in the UK and have had a string of Triumph's, MGB's, Austin-Healey, Rover and lately Lotus. About 2 years ago I installed a 2-post lift in my garage to help with servicing my Lotus Esprit.
I have always liked the XK8 series, with it's definite nod to the XK-E styling and roadsters have always piqued my interest.
There is not much I will not tackle, with the current exception of alignment/tracking as I do not have the equipment to do that work.
I am hoping that the obvious wealth of expertise and experience on this forum will help me in making my Jaguar ownership a more rewarding and less expensive experience. Despite the large stable, I operate on a restricted budget and all the vehicles were acquired at low cost with major issues.
Martin
Long Island, NY, USA
2002 XK8 Convertible
1999 GMC Suburban
1989 Jeep Wrangler YJ
1986 Lotus Esprit
1981 Mercedes 380SL
Just (2 weeks ago) bought a 2002 XK8 Convertible with 114,000 miles and all the usual problems. The dash being lit like a Christmas tree was a major factor in reducing the price.
I consider myself a keen amateur mechanic. I have been messing with old British cars since I was a teenager in the UK and have had a string of Triumph's, MGB's, Austin-Healey, Rover and lately Lotus. About 2 years ago I installed a 2-post lift in my garage to help with servicing my Lotus Esprit.
I have always liked the XK8 series, with it's definite nod to the XK-E styling and roadsters have always piqued my interest.
There is not much I will not tackle, with the current exception of alignment/tracking as I do not have the equipment to do that work.
I am hoping that the obvious wealth of expertise and experience on this forum will help me in making my Jaguar ownership a more rewarding and less expensive experience. Despite the large stable, I operate on a restricted budget and all the vehicles were acquired at low cost with major issues.
Martin
Long Island, NY, USA
2002 XK8 Convertible
1999 GMC Suburban
1989 Jeep Wrangler YJ
1986 Lotus Esprit
1981 Mercedes 380SL
#2
06-12-2017, 06:01 AM
Welcome to the forum Martin,
Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.
Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xk8-xkr-x100-17/ to the XK8/XKR 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 visit the US Northeast Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/us-northeast-35/ to find other members in your region.
Enjoy the forums.
Graham
Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.
Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xk8-xkr-x100-17/ to the XK8/XKR 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 visit the US Northeast Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/us-northeast-35/ to find other members in your region.
Enjoy the forums.
Graham
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Welcome to Jaguar Forums Martin,
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.
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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.
If you need help with getting around and using the forum follow this link for some help Forum Help
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