You gotta pay for extras Jim but they're worth it!

 

Mighta known you'd have that one sussed Jack
Hey - Its only money and you're only here once after all

Jim

 

Thanks JR, very kind of you to offer the “Ranch�.

I am a AZ boy and if I can ever make the time to pull out from behind enemy lines (PRoCA) I would love to go back up to the mountains of Northern AZ, where I still no the land and natives.

Thanks again for the kind offer.

 

Thanks JR, very kind of you to offer the “Ranch�.

I am a AZ boy and if I can ever make the time to pull out from behind enemy lines (PRoCA) I would love to go back up to the mountains of Northern AZ, where I still no the land and natives.

Thanks again for the kind offer.
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Well. there would be no guarantees you'd get in anyway since most of the members appear to be mid-western folk but I'd hunt with you any day Zeek.

Anybody that can drive a Portfolio after drinking PBR on the bowling alley is ok by me!

 

Hunting????...Oh Boy....I can hear that music from Deliverance again.......Squeal like a pig boy!!!!!!!


Deer V High power rifle......that seems fair......and of course the Deer is asleep.....just to even the odds........Ooops to controversial.......

 

"Anybody that can drive a Portfolio after drinking PBR on the bowling alley is ok by me!"


That's not a Portfolio........

 

No way! its not? I haven't tried driving it on the bowling ally yet....either [sm=laughat.gif]

 

Aint you guys got any issues or problems to discuss yet?[:@]
J/k lol

Jim

 

nope, not yet Jim, but the new 2007+ sub-forum is sure getting a lot of hits. not bad with just two (my count) of use. must be all the good harted Mods on this site.[sm=vader1.gif]

 

What's a portfolio?

 

A special edition XKR that has just come out for 08. Bigger brakes, "R" etched into the headrests, The metal look interior instead of the usual wood. Nice car, but only comes in one color. A kind of dark blue-black....

http://www.seriouswheels.com/cars/to...-Portfolio.htm

 

OHH! I'll take one, but I didn't see the "R" etched in the seat?

 

Actually the "Portfolio" started with the sedans. It the was the next step up from the Super V8. (Gotta to figure the XJ tag is about to end because Jaguar is running out of superlatives to name special editions.) This is the first year the brought it to the XK line. I wouldn't be surprise to see an X-type Portfolio before they kill that line off, too. Got to do something to sell those cars in the last year of production.

 

I wouldn't mind adding a portfolioto my " portfolio " of cars
Would fit in real nice

Jim

 

The portfolio gets better breakes, small touches on the cockpit, slight difference in the front bumper and grill,exclusive B&W sound system, etc. see below. as far as the metal int. nope that is just an option just like the wood.

PRESS RELEASE:2008 JAGUAR XKR PORTFOLIOJaguar XKR Portfolio
[ul]New special edition XKR Portfolio offers even greater technology and luxury to customers seeking the ultimate sports coupe or convertible.
Unique exterior styling revisions include 20-inch polished Cremona five-spoke alloy wheels, polished aluminium side power vents and Celestial Black paint.
Advanced aluminium construction, 420bhp supercharged 4.2-litre V8 engine and six-speed Jaguar sequential shift transmission with paddleshift for superb dynamic performance.
New high-performance braking system with 400mm front discs and 350mm rear discs – the largest ever fitted to a production Jaguar.
Choice of new interior veneer - Engine-Spun Alloy – or elegant Satin American Walnut.
First production Jaguar to use new Bowers & Wilkins speaker system exclusively crafted for XKR Premium Sound system. [/ul]

Jaguar Cars is adding even more appeal to the 'must have' XKR with the unveiling of the all-new special edition Portfolio model. The 4.2-litre supercharged sports car will be sold worldwide and each one will feature notable additions to the already strong specification of the XKR, which is capable of hitting an electronically controlled top speed of 155mph and can accelerate to 60mph in just 4.9 seconds (5.0 seconds for the convertible).


The XKR's already powerful sporting styling cues – an enhanced front bumper, bonnet louvres and aluminium-finish grilles and side power vents – will remain and exclusive Celestial Black exterior paint and 20-inch polished Cremona five-spoke alloy wheels add to the overall presence.


The XKR's interior represents a truly sophisticated yet driver-focussed environment thanks to class-leading ergonomics, user-friendly in-car technology and simple, clear information displays in the instrument panel and main dashboard area.


The XKR Portfolio will combine this acclaimed design and performance with Jaguar's engineering and craftsmanship skills to take the XKR to an even higher level. Every XKR benefits from its class-leading, advanced aluminium construction, which ensures that its power is matched by a dynamic, lightweight chassis that handles supremely, rides exceptionally well and stops with surefooted reassurance time after time.


Now, to offer even greater braking ability, Jaguar's Special Vehicles team has worked alongside leading brake manufacturer Alcon to create the largest, most powerful brakes a production Jaguar has ever carried. After extensive testing by experts at Jaguar's specialist engineering centre (which is based next to the legendary Nürburgring race circuit in Germany), the new XKR Portfolio braking system was conceived.


400mm front brake discs – an increase of 45mm over the standard XKR – are retarded by powerful six-piston callipers, while at the rear four-piston calipers operate on 350mm discs. Innovative race-developed crescent-shaped grooves cut into the surface of the discs prevent a build-up of deposits on the brake pads and improve braking performance under extreme use.


By allowing the heat created within the system to dissipate quickly and efficiently the XKR Portfolio's brakes produce fade-free performance whilst maintaining Jaguar renowned blend of refinement and stopping power. Unique 'R' branding on the front brake calipers reveals the six-piston set-up beneath.


Surrounding the XKR Portfolio's brakes are polished 20-inch five-spoke Cremona wheels, while behind the front wheels sit all-new Power Vents which are hewn from polished aluminium and incorporate the indicator side repeater and Jaguar signature 'ingot'. An exclusive Celestial Black exterior paint will also serve to differentiate the XKR Portfolio edition. (UK and Switzerland have a Liquid Silver paint option as well.)


A host of new additions to the interior further the luxurious look and feel of the XKR Portfolio. A unique, and quite beautiful, Engine-Spun aluminium veneer is standard on the Portfolio, while customers will also have the option of an elegant Satin American Walnut veneer. A new alloy and leather gearshift selector, soft-grab door handles, contrast stitching throughout the cabin, leather-edged mats with a Jaguar logo and distinctive Portfolio treadplates on the doorsills complete the effect.

The XKR Portfolio also marks another first for Jaguar: the first production example of its new partnership with renowned audio entertainment specialists Bowers & Wilkins. This world-leading loudspeaker manufacturer worked alongside Jaguar to create a stunning speaker system for the recent C-XF concept car, but the XKR Portfolio is the first production Jaguar to benefit from the relationship.


Taking Jaguar's 525W Premium Audio system with Dolby Pro Logic II surround sound as a starting point, Bowers & Wilkins have crafted a signature speaker system specifically for the XKR's cabin. High-output, low-distortion Kevlar mid-range speakers and specially designed aluminium-dome tweeters deliver superb mid-range and extended high-frequency responses.


The new Jaguar XKR Portfolio special edition is available to order from the end of March 2007.

http://www.conceptcarz.com/vehicle/z13310/default.aspx
http://www.leftlanenews.com/jaguar-xkr-portfolio.html

 

I don't know if this is the spot to post these pics but here goes. if this is in-fact the wrong place, Mods please feel free to move them or delete.

These are just some random pics of my baby and me spending the day togather. let me know what you guys think!






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Once again Zeek.........nice!!!

Load em up into the photo gallery section for all to see if you havent already done so?

Jim

 

Please tell me you are cleaning it with 2 buckets and a lambswools mit, then smothering it lovingly with may coats of Zymol Titanium.......Im far to **** about cars to ever own a black one again. I would hyperventilate with all the swirl marks etc.....

SearchAutopia and search for Todd Helm of Tropical Detailing, then Jaguar XKR....he goes into great detail on doing it right......

 

Well Phil,

Unfortunately she came with the factory swirls (in the right light), but I have a great detail guy that did his three stage treatment and got all the swirls out (under any light). Now she looks like a black, chromed, mirror. Albeit at times, a dusty mirror.