Hi from Grand Lake Oklahoma.
I am just in the process of finding an XK8. 90% sure I'm buying a red one, 60k miles and extremely well kept. I had an XKE roadstar V12 in the early 80s and had to sell it because of a divorce. Obviously can't afford one of those at today's prices but the XK8 is in my range and maybe even more 'cat-like'. I am aware of the water pump and timing chain issues with pre-2000 cars. I will change the water pump as soon as I get it home. Not sure if this takes the worry out of the timing chain problem, might get some hints about that on the forum. Also would like any other things I should attend to on these cars. Anyways, I look forward to new friends and shared experiences.

 

yAs an Old Motorhead, my advise is "If it ain't broke, don't fix it"

 

Welcome to the forum.

 

Welcome.

I suggest an opening of the engine to "eye ball" the top tensioners. If they are version 3, good forever.

Trans fluid change would be my #2 on any list.

Good luck.

 

Hello,
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')

 

Welcome aboard.

 

When you say 'open the engine' aren't you talking about major surgery?

 

Welcome to the forum mtmous,

Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.

To answer your question in post #7, you will have to remove the cam covers to check the tennsioners.

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.

Please remember to add vehicle details to your Signature to help others to give relevant advice. Go to the User CP button on the left of the top menu bar, then Settings & Options under Your Control Panel. Select Edit Signature and enter the details.

You can also visit the US Southwest Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/us-southwest-37/ to find other members in your region.

Enjoy the forums.

Graham

 

welcome to the forum - enjoy!!

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums mtmous,

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

 

I searched for my baby for almost 2 years. I was looking for an XK or a XKR Coupe in black, or British Racing Green, preferably with black interior. It also had to have low milage, and one owner with a car fax history of proper maintenance and no major accident reported. I finally found one online in NJ about 65 miles from home. My point is that this is a toy, a fun car, I have a beater, a grocery getter, don't need it, but as soon as I saw this one, I fell in love. The firstroad trip will be off to a friends home in CT, about 110 miles from me for Thanksgiving Dinner. I took my time, and found what I wanted. As far as the water pump and other issues I have said before as an experienced Motorhead, "If it's not broke, don't fix it".

 

Update, I finally bought one. 99 XK8 w/28000 original miles. Very clean car. Couldn't be happier.