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Old 07-17-2012 | 11:32 AM
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So, I acquired our Jag from my ex to settle a debt, and I must say I have some cosmetic restoring to do since he gave up on it 6 months ago. :-( I hear cha-ching everytime I inquire about something, but happy to have this jewel. I saw some numbers last year when he we bought it, this one is rare... NOT a rag top, but sapphire coupe and from what I read only 44 were imported into US and only 4 left. Hope I can verify this one. (I wasnt paying attention since my hubby drove it)

I'm just happy to have her and look forward to bringing her back up to speed. I reside in Daytona Beach...and she will no longer face the sun!

Happy to see a forum since there is no manual, and it is learn as u go at this point.

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Old 07-17-2012 | 12:49 PM
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Welcome to the forum,

Cosmetic resto needing to be done is generally better news than major mechanical work as far as the $$ are concerned. Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xj-x308-xj8-xjr-27/ to the XJ8 section for help and advice.

Remember to add vehicle details to your Signature to help others to give relevant advice. Go to the User ID button on the left of the top menu bar, then Settings & Options under Your Control Panel. Select Edit Signature and enter the details.

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Welcome to the forum QOTS,

Good to have you with us.
Is it an XJ or an XK?

If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
 
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Old 07-19-2012 | 08:51 PM
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Hi there QOTS and welcome to the forum, good to have you here with us

Hope we can help.
Any pics of your ride?
There's a really great mix of information, camraderrie and fun here.....
I have manually upgraded you to full forum access so you can better view the whole site and all its features
Jump on in and enjoy the site.................
 
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Old 07-20-2012 | 07:23 AM
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Thanks . Will navigate the site later today. I spoke too soon. I have mechanical issues :-( waaaah!
 
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say your prayers, login to JF and apply some TLC.........All will be well
 
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Old 07-21-2012 | 09:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Norri
Welcome to the forum QOTS,

Good to have you with us.
Is it an XJ or an XK?

If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
Thanks. XJ8 Just posted one quick pic.. more later.
 
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