Listing all the parts makes you feel poor
Hi there,
anyone else have that feeling, that when they list up all the parts they need, that they feel "poor" afterwards? :D I'm currently making a list of all parts I need to complete the front of my XJ-S project and that list is getting longer and longer... And it doesn't yet include the headlights and some other bits and bobs... The list has something like 600 parts all listed up. That means everything including nuts, washers, screws, brackets and co... Loads of puzzling to come soon! :D Should make it easier ordering later too :) Or making a christmas wishlist :D "Dear Santa, I would like 2 exhaust downpipes, 1 compressor mounting bracket, 7..." :icon_tree: |
I avoid emotional trauma by contemplating parts needed only for the next upcoming step. The list is much smaller that way :)
Cheers DD |
Not as poor as actually buying them, Daim!
Greg |
Originally Posted by Greg in France
(Post 1572204)
Not as poor as actually buying them, Daim!
Greg If I compare the proces to my other brand (Volvo) then Jaguar is like a bargain. I had to buy a headlight lens for my 960 a while ago. Costed €190 just for a lens and that was aftermarket and cheap. I bought an entire headlight from Jaguar new... for €150! I've spent a fraction of that, what I paid for my 960, on my XJ-S and have more parts... Best thing is that the cars have more after market parts than Volvos do... At least afaik... :) |
Originally Posted by Doug
(Post 1572173)
I avoid emotional trauma by contemplating parts needed only for the next upcoming step. The list is much smaller that way :)
Cheers DD |
I've found the cost of parts is not the problem, It's the wife's needing special sunglasses, purses, shoes and etc... to match the car she's in.
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Originally Posted by Doug
(Post 1572173)
I avoid emotional trauma by contemplating parts needed only for the next upcoming step. The list is much smaller that way :)
Cheers DD |
I just stopped counting the $$. I did the body and suspension a few years ago and now I am settled in my new house have started on the mechanicals, I recon by the time I am finished I will have spent at least $40k on the XJS.
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Originally Posted by Daim
(Post 1572218)
I actually think that the Jaguar prices are totally cheap! Not kidding!
If I compare the proces to my other brand (Volvo) then Jaguar is like a bargain. I had to buy a headlight lens for my 960 a while ago. Costed €190 just for a lens and that was aftermarket and cheap. I bought an entire headlight from Jaguar new... for €150! I've spent a fraction of that, what I paid for my 960, on my XJ-S and have more parts... Best thing is that the cars have more after market parts than Volvos do... At least afaik... :) |
Originally Posted by Asdrewq
(Post 1572379)
I agree with that. All my other recent cars have been Toyota & in the UK at least parts prices for equivalent things on the XJS are far less. Typical example: Front shock/strut for my Celica:£150. Front Boge shocks for an XJS are about £35!
And if an original part is too expensive, just go after market. Front wheel bearing kit: Jag original part is about £50 + Vat. Aftermarket about £15 + Vat with the same parts... |
Originally Posted by warrjon
(Post 1572352)
I just stopped counting the $$. I did the body and suspension a few years ago and now I am settled in my new house have started on the mechanicals, I recon by the time I am finished I will have spent at least $40k on the XJS.
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