Driver's side is OK, but the right headlight has this discoloration at the top. I would love to hear that I could just remove and clean it, but I have a suspicion it is not going to be that cheap and easy.

 

Pearlfisher, please check out the detailing section for this issue that has been covered. There are How to posts / threads onthis and it can be machine polished out efectively

Headlight Lens Restoral


https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/d...dlight+restore

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/d...dlight+restore

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/d...dlight+restore

 

Sorry, I will have a look where you suggested. I did use the search facility and it did not take me to anything useful, or in some cases, even relevant.

 

Mine is the same! Now that's interesting....

I'd actually assumed that it was overspray from a cheap/nasty respray on the front (previous owner).

I did buy a kit to restore it but haven't found the time yet.

So it might be an inherent issue with the lights then....?

 

Absolutely no problem Pearlfisher.....I wasn't stating you must do a search, its been covered, don't ask, I was simply pointing you to the detailing section where there are several threads on it.

I don't think its too expensive and you can probably facilitate a repair yourself after watching some how to videos no doubt.

The alternative is someone like Dave to do it for you for around $100 iirc

 

Thanks! I always search before posting, but rarely have much success.

I have already read all the threads thoroughly and purchased a 3M restoration kit through Amazon for less than $15. My next task will be to fully research and then decide on which UV shield will be most effective.

 

From the threads in the detailing section, it is a common problem. It seems that the UV coating becomes fugitive over time and I am sure many repair facilities have been quoting and getting vast amounts of money for replacements.
I have a suspicion that my left side lenses are new, and that one of the reasons for the previous owner selling the car, is that with the combination of costs of a new headliner, full set of tyres and the two right side headlight lenses, that his wife was beginning to apply the brakes. (which will need doing soon too)

JJ

 

Pearlfisher, congrats on the purchase and look forward to hearing about your results.

Your headliner? Sagging??

You know we have dozens of posts and how to's for this don't you?
Any problems or you can't find, need help, just ask

 

I have already had it professionally replaced by the people who used to do my limo interiors when I was in the business.
Here in Texas, the summers tend to be very hard on the foam roof liners, and Galaxy Auto Trim in Houston, have a special fix that has never failed on any vehicle I have had them treat. Under $400 and same day service.
They also do perfect leather colour matching, so good that on my 85 7 series BMW, after, you could not tell a new seat panel from the rest except for the obvious lack of wear.

 

Before and after photos of the headlights. Take the time the results are worth it. I spent almost an hour, but it is difficult to tell the refinished from brand new.