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Old 09-14-2010, 08:34 AM
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Here are a couple picture of my newly acquired 1986 XJ6. It was in a pole barn and the owner died. I found out about it and went to have a look to see what condition is was in... to my surprise the car was very clean. Although it had not been driven in 15 years, it started and ran immediately.

I changed the fluids and rubber components of the engine. So far, 2000 miles have been mostly trouble free. Had a fuel pump/relay problem recently but that has been fixed thanks to some input from other members.
 
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Old 09-14-2010, 09:51 AM
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Wow .... that's gorgeous!
Sad about the original owner, but happy for you.
(Jealous, too!)
 
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Old 09-14-2010, 12:33 PM
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BTW, the rims are a set of 79's I bought after the initial purchase. It came with the Kent style but the tires were 15 years old and drove terribly. Picked up these rims with decent tires for $120. Good spares while I shine up the original ones and look for new tires.
 
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Congrats , enjoy your ride looks a decent one
 
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Welcome to the forum, the car looks to be in fine fettle.
 
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Old 09-16-2010, 05:46 AM
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Sneal, welcome to the forum. That is a great find you have there. I am from Michigan, but live way down south now, can't wait to get home. Stick around--this site is really great.
GO BLUE!!------------Scott
 
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