Hi!

I have just purchased a 1997 XK8 convertible - imported from the US in 2005.
She has 72000 miles on the clock, engine changed on warranty at 50000 miles, never driven in winter conditions.
I plan on keeping her in good condition myself, and as I have come to understand, I WILL need help with that..

Why did I buy it? Me and the missus fell in love with this type of car last year, been looking for a good specimen with the right colours since.
Also, my newly built Super Seven kit-kar came off as way too sporty for me - fun, but not comfy for my ageing body. It's up for sale..

I have browsed this forum for some days now - I am really impressed by the spirit here, and all the information available :-)

Cheers!
Eivind

 

The car has some electrical gremlins - the driver side window does not work going up, only down.- It does "click" when I press the up button, and I can pull the window up manually while holding the button (not if the button is not pressed), At the same time, the driver side lock actuator will fail.
Exercising the convertible top a few times brings the power back to the window motor and the lock - for a little while.

Any ideas? Battery is 2 years old and holds 12,62V charged.

 

Welcome. I don't have one of those, but your description sounds like it may be a broken connection from the window motor to the window. You would need to remove the door panel to access this. But I think someone with the right car should answer too..... good luck

 

Welcome aboard Elvind.

 

Welcome to the forums Eivind,

Good to have you with us.

It sound like you've already found the relevant model forum but if not, follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xk8-xkr-x100-17/ to the XK8/XKR forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues. You can also use the Europe Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/europe-42/ to find other members in your region.

Enjoy the forums.

Graham

 

Welcome to the Forums.

 

Welcome to the forums.

 

welcome to the forum - enjoy!!

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums Eivind,

Good to have you with us.
Enjoy the forum.

If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
If you need help with getting around and using the forum follow this link for some help Forum Help

 

Hello, Eivind,
Congratulations to you and your missus on your new Jaguar!
I got mine because I fell in love with it so husband bought it for me.

Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
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