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Should This 1976 Jaguar XJ-S Stay in the Junkyard?

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Old Oct 14, 2016 | 04:25 PM
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This 1976 Jaguar XJ-S is another crumbling reminder that nothing gold can stay.

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Old Oct 15, 2016 | 09:55 AM
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tough call, although this car most likely has a rear stabilizer bar as I understand they were removed in 77, but if you've the time and inclination, I like the idea of saving a vehicle
 
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Old Oct 16, 2016 | 01:16 AM
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could make a good parts car for someone
 
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 09:21 AM
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Shame to see a '76 go to waste, especially with a body with no obvious damage. The unique front bumper assembly always spoke to me. And I love the vintage sales brochure I have of the '76 in brown. Don't have mine with me, but here's the one I'm speaking of:


 
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 09:42 AM
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I mean, that car would be a great car for parts. Those mirrors are hard to get. The bumpers unobtainium.
 
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 10:32 AM
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is it me, or is the rear sup. missing?


and yes recover and revive!
 
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 12:52 PM
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Anyone have any idea where this car is at?
 
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Jonathan-W
is it me, or is the rear sup. missing?
Someone probably took it for their street rod project.
 
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 03:27 PM
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I'll take the headlight assemblies......That's official..put a dollar under the windshield wiper...she's a stripper!
 
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Old Oct 20, 2016 | 09:43 AM
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I'll take the headlight assemblies......That's official..put a dollar under the windshield wiper...she's a stripper!

even strippers can be redeemed.... 500$ and find her a new rearend
 
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