Looking at a 1986 XJS
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Looking at a 1986 XJS
Hello, not new to automobiles. Been an ASE Master since 1983. Anything I should look for on a 100,000 mile vehicle? No rust, engine turns, no spark. Body and interior pretty good condition. Garage kept it's whole life and inside right now. Pricing also? Have 2 1975 Midgets now want something different.
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In the "How To" sticky thread at the top of this section is a buyers guide that will give you some of the basics.
In years past I owned an MG Midget and MGB/GT, among many others.
Cheers and welcome aboard
DD
In years past I owned an MG Midget and MGB/GT, among many others.
Cheers and welcome aboard
DD
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86 is the best! Don’t listen to those 6L 90s XJS guys! ( mines an ‘86 too )
compression test would put put my mind at ease over any potential overheating induced valvetrain damage. A smoot turning non-starter with compression is likely to be runnable.
Rust is a real concern. Hard to look where you should before purchase. Body rust is likely going to double your purchase price to correct.
compression test would put put my mind at ease over any potential overheating induced valvetrain damage. A smoot turning non-starter with compression is likely to be runnable.
Rust is a real concern. Hard to look where you should before purchase. Body rust is likely going to double your purchase price to correct.
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