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Just bought my 2001 XK8!

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Old Oct 13, 2025 | 10:40 PM
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Default Just bought my 2001 XK8!

Hey all, excited to join the forum!
So, I just bought my 2001 XK8 and am loving it!

Though it does have a few slight issues.
  1. The seat belt retainer clamshells, all 4 of them, (where it clicks in) are all messed up and held closed with tape. They all work, but man, they look terrible.
  2. The ABS light comes.on occasionally, and the previous owner said he just unplugs it, wiggles the wires and plugs it back in ,and it's good for a week or so? 😆
  3. The CD changer.in the trunk won't eject any of the CDs.
  4. Both front seat belt retractors are totally worn out and dont retractors the seat belt at all.
  5. The serpentine belt squeaks just a little bit during initial 30 seconds of start up.
  6. No cold AC, even though the AC has been serviced many times over its life.
That's all I've noticed so far.

So, I'm looking for tips, tricks, advise, reliable parts locators and resources?

Also, what do you guys use to wash, wax, buff and protect your cars, and soft tops?

Thanks everyone!


 
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Old Oct 13, 2025 | 10:58 PM
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Nice ride but wrong Forum…

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xk8-xkr-x100-17/

PS For regular use on my daily driver I’m a Meguiar’s fan.
 
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Old Oct 15, 2025 | 05:40 AM
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I have used soft99 wax.
 
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