Now that is a very nice Jag.

 

Thanks! I've been driving it for most of the time, it's only let me down once (Lucas alternator went bad, imagine that!) but that led to me finding a Jaguar specialist here. He's had a few Series IIIs and currently drives an X300 VDP, so he knows our cats well.

 

You got a good deal. Parts go bad, you seem to get it.

Did you replace the alternator with a GM unit?

There are many parts on these Jags that can be replaced by GM or other generic brands. This link has a nice database for referencing what to look up.

jamesburt.com/XJ6_Substitutes

There's also a great illustrated demonstration for adding cupholders to the console, replacing the ash trays. Nicest version I've seen...haven't done it yet, though.

 

No, I went with a reman'd Lucas unit, Prince of Darkness reputation be damned! I want to keep it as original as possible, but if something becomes a continuing issue I'll definitely consider going non-stock.