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Old Jun 27, 2017 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by XKRdad
This is what I get back.

"We are sorry, but no information could be found for the VIN/Registration number you entered - SAJDA42B833A35915
Click here to check and re-enter the information you supplied." Mine is an '03 XKR. Perhaps you can try the VIN and see what you get.
that's what l have been getting on multiple vins that have worked fine in the past.
 
Old Jun 28, 2017 | 11:05 PM
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that's what l have been getting on multiple vins that have worked fine in the past.
Apparently, Ford has changed/updated this little treasure! Let's face it, it's over with!

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Old Jun 28, 2017 | 11:57 PM
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Default Ivory Interior/ Ebony Exterior 2005 XKR

Julian, I'm attempting to send those photos I promised of "The Texas Coupe." I've tried several times but still haven't been able to post a Photo, so here we go!
Photo #1 Shows Ivory Interior in 2005 XKR with Ebony Exterior
Photo #2 Shows Ivory Interior with Alcantara Headliner
Photo #3 Shows the Ebony 2005 XKR Coupe with 20" BBS Montreal Wheels and Clear Marker & Repeater Light Lens. Also, Day-time Running Lights
Photo #4 Shows the new "Victory-Edition Tail Lights with the new LED Bulbs

For a better view - "Click on the Photo"

What do you think?

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Old Jun 30, 2017 | 03:46 AM
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AWESOME!!!!
 
Old Jun 30, 2017 | 08:45 PM
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Billy, your coupe looks mint! What beautiful attention to detail and now I really want an alcantara headliner asap (but in deep grey) BRAVO!
 
Old Jun 30, 2017 | 10:47 PM
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Have to literally hold my breath and have a firm hold on the Brembos coming down this driveway. Got about 1" to spare. eeps! (friend's home driveway)


 
Old Jul 2, 2017 | 12:00 PM
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Originally Posted by prettybluefin
Have to literally hold my breath and have a firm hold on the Brembos coming down this driveway. Got about 1" to spare. eeps! (friend's home driveway)


PrettyBlueFin....Sometimes, like the time the Guy almost Hit you, an inch can make all the difference in the World! We should call her the Silver Streak!

Billy Clyde
 
Old Jul 3, 2017 | 10:52 AM
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no matter how far away I park, always someone who parks too close
 
Old Jul 4, 2017 | 10:32 AM
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In Florida the natives park far so they can be under a tree in the shade. Tourists park close in the sun. And if you are out of luck you are in the sunny no-man's land between the shady distant parking spots and the close spots so you get the worst of both: a long walk in the sun to a baking vehicle.
 
Old Jul 4, 2017 | 09:29 PM
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Smile Out moving around again!

Originally Posted by WAFlowers
In Florida the natives park far so they can be under a tree in the shade. Tourists park close in the sun. And if you are out of luck you are in the sunny no-man's land between the shady distant parking spots and the close spots so you get the worst of both: a long walk in the sun to a baking vehicle.
WAF, Here in Houston, we park anywhere we can find a spot! Mostly concrete Parking Lots with NO Trees! You gotta crack those windows about an inch or man it gets HOT in there!

It's about time you got out and about! Hope you are feeling better!

Billy Clyde
 
Old Jul 5, 2017 | 05:18 PM
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had the chance to play with an Aston Martin Vantage V12-S last week...

Pretty car, but just not into the front grill (not aggressive enough) and the interior was blah...Leather seats are really amazing though.
For $235,000, you would think the steering wheel would look nicer? And the tires need to be replaced every 10,000 miles due to the softer rubber they use...



Liked this MUCH better




I used to want an Aston after my son takes over the XKR, but now am being heavily seduced by Ferrari...
 
Old Jul 5, 2017 | 08:32 PM
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PBF, My Dear, you must avoid being seduced by those Italians! Try to stay as English as possible.....Maybe one of those Red or Black F-Types of the Future! TaTa!
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Old Jul 5, 2017 | 08:47 PM
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2005 Jaguar XKR Coupe Ebony/Ivory with 20" BBS Montreal Wheels, Marker and Repeater Lights with Clear Lens and Day Time Running Lights............
 
Old Jul 5, 2017 | 09:06 PM
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I hear you :-)
 
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Old Jul 8, 2017 | 04:31 PM
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Fantastic, dsd! That vertical parking technique is a real space saver, and your ceiling driving technique - wow! Super impressive. That's where you have the edge over the Jaguar.
 
Old Jul 8, 2017 | 04:44 PM
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but billllllly, it was so pretty! it's going to auction in Newport Beach...

dsd, nice garage! what Ferrari is that?
 
Old Jul 8, 2017 | 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by prettybluefin
but billllllly, it was so pretty! it's going to auction in Newport Beach...

dsd, nice garage! what Ferrari is that?
2003 575M Maranello with the rare 3 pedal manual transmission. I've had it for over 10 years. Daily drove it for 4 until we had our second child (its just a 2 seater).
 
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Old Jul 8, 2017 | 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Diddion
Fantastic, dsd! That vertical parking technique is a real space saver, and your ceiling driving technique - wow! Super impressive. That's where you have the edge over the Jaguar.
Thats what you pay the big bucks for. Don't even ask about the tires needed to pull that off ;-P
 
Old Jul 8, 2017 | 05:44 PM
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I love Ferrari. I bleed Rossa Corsa. However, ownership is not really for everyone. They are high strung and have really strict maintenance schedules and cost a fortune to service. Things are better since they moved to timing chains in the 599 but the 5 year service is still terriblly expensive.

Honestly, this is why you see a lot of late models for sale. People bought them, realized they were not indestructible appliances like Lexus, got ticked off, and dumped the car. However, a well maintained and purring Ferrari is rewarding like few other cars.
 
Old Jul 8, 2017 | 05:55 PM
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Son? I thought you were younger than I am?

No judgement, I just turned 30 and feel now is when I'll have to start lying about my age lol.

The DB9 is cool and all but I'm waiting until things settle down at work before I make another purchase . I want an early DB9 Volante, preferably with the graziano manual but will settle for the automatic. Preferred color being gun metal gray, not black, with either a black or saddle interior. Preferably a black top.
 



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