Just looked at a '01 XJR for a forum member..
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I think you are getting criticized b/c XJR drivers out there might be afraid of a VDP S/C beating them off the line in a drag race. ![Icon Lol](https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/images/smilies/icon_lol.gif)
I'm sure I might have gotten criticized for the cosmetic mods I have done to my VDP, but I have had mine for 9 years, and don't plan on selling it. I'm guessing that you might be in the same boat?
But, sadly, I don't see these cars become high priced classics unless you have a one owner car with extremely low miles (like 20k) and all the service records. I haven't seen any old XJ6 or XJ12 (series I-III) sell for HUGE $, unlike their E-type counterparts.
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I'm sure I might have gotten criticized for the cosmetic mods I have done to my VDP, but I have had mine for 9 years, and don't plan on selling it. I'm guessing that you might be in the same boat?
But, sadly, I don't see these cars become high priced classics unless you have a one owner car with extremely low miles (like 20k) and all the service records. I haven't seen any old XJ6 or XJ12 (series I-III) sell for HUGE $, unlike their E-type counterparts.
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So do I, bought this manual gear version, only 106 made. That's rare
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I can remember the same situation when you couldn't give 1950's XK's, Mark 2's and E's away.
With mint examples, it's a different story, exceptional cars make exceptional money, that's why all my Jaguars are rebuilt with picture/invoice files, they cannot be questioned.
I know the classic Jaguar market inside out. The manual R and 100 are 'neo classic XJ's' not at the point of desire as yet, but given time when the rest are scrap, guess what will sell for exceptional money....
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I saw a manual XJR-6 for sale on AutoTrader UK a couple months back,
really wanted it.
I thought the production figure was higher (350ish). Wow, that's rare. The red one on
Youtube, and the zircon one Clarkson drove on Top Gear, and Sean's,
accounts for 3% of all of them.
GerryXJR... Bilstein Green Sports (XJ V8 Sport dampers) would make a suitable
replacement for the VDP Touring CATS setup. XJR f/r sway bars would be good.
Michelin Pilot Super Sports are a must, no questions asked. Or Pirelli P-Zero,
but I cannot aver their greatness like I can with the Michelin (no comfort is
lost with the Michelin, I promise)
Quaife Limited Slip Differential will add to the added rear stability of the sway bar
(someone tell me, XJR sway and VDP S/C bars, same or not?) and
tougher dampers, now that is a setup. Then on the engine front,
upping boost is a popular option, I can take it or leave it, you are
trading off long-term engine life for a few bhp. The only time you
would ever notice it is if you raced another VDP S/C with a similar
record of maintenance. (If it was in better/worse shape, that could
negate the 30hp difference) of course, a sporty exhaust might be
a good idea too.
Ian
really wanted it.
I thought the production figure was higher (350ish). Wow, that's rare. The red one on
Youtube, and the zircon one Clarkson drove on Top Gear, and Sean's,
accounts for 3% of all of them.
GerryXJR... Bilstein Green Sports (XJ V8 Sport dampers) would make a suitable
replacement for the VDP Touring CATS setup. XJR f/r sway bars would be good.
Michelin Pilot Super Sports are a must, no questions asked. Or Pirelli P-Zero,
but I cannot aver their greatness like I can with the Michelin (no comfort is
lost with the Michelin, I promise)
Quaife Limited Slip Differential will add to the added rear stability of the sway bar
(someone tell me, XJR sway and VDP S/C bars, same or not?) and
tougher dampers, now that is a setup. Then on the engine front,
upping boost is a popular option, I can take it or leave it, you are
trading off long-term engine life for a few bhp. The only time you
would ever notice it is if you raced another VDP S/C with a similar
record of maintenance. (If it was in better/worse shape, that could
negate the 30hp difference) of course, a sporty exhaust might be
a good idea too.
Ian
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Again, i cant thank Marco enough for going out of his way on 2 attempst to look at the XJR....
Although it was the color combo, and supposedly had some upgrades for powere that i was looking for... he clearly made me realize it was not the one...
And turning me onto the VDP S/C was just great...
And YES this car will be enjoyed and cared for....
First things first... i have to look at the tensioners !
I am going to try to get some service info from Jaguar tomarow...as the car comes with none..
Then on to make it a mean beast !
Looks like an Avos T/S, rear swaybar, and a Brembo upgrade are in its future next season...![Smile](https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Although it was the color combo, and supposedly had some upgrades for powere that i was looking for... he clearly made me realize it was not the one...
And turning me onto the VDP S/C was just great...
And YES this car will be enjoyed and cared for....
First things first... i have to look at the tensioners !
I am going to try to get some service info from Jaguar tomarow...as the car comes with none..
Then on to make it a mean beast !
Looks like an Avos T/S, rear swaybar, and a Brembo upgrade are in its future next season...
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Ian, thanks for the info..not sure what direction i'm gonna go....
Although the T/S kit is the real deal.. it is kinda pricey... dont think thats gonna happen this season, but ya never know.. LOL
Mina gallery, offers a package deal for 1350 for the smaller upper pulley, induction kit, and a borla cat back system... i think that will get me by for the summer... while i pack cash away for the T/S....
And BTW thanks for the tire info too, as i will need a set soon...I have been smoking them alot lately...![Smile](https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)
This car just makes you drive like an As$#@le now and then...
Although the T/S kit is the real deal.. it is kinda pricey... dont think thats gonna happen this season, but ya never know.. LOL
Mina gallery, offers a package deal for 1350 for the smaller upper pulley, induction kit, and a borla cat back system... i think that will get me by for the summer... while i pack cash away for the T/S....
And BTW thanks for the tire info too, as i will need a set soon...I have been smoking them alot lately...
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This car just makes you drive like an As$#@le now and then...
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Ian - the VDP S/C does not have a rear anti-sway bar. Installing one makes a huge difference but it is not a simple bolt on as the differential carrier does not have the castings that the bar bolts to. I had a bolt-on plate fabricated that allowed the sway bar to bolt in place. The front anti-sway bar is the smaller bar that is part of the comfort suspension.
I do not recommend replacing the CATS shocks with the the spor Bilsteins. Been there - tried that. The ride was way too stiff especially in the rear. The comfort springs and the sport shocks don't play well together. I re-fitted the CATS shocks.
I do not recommend replacing the CATS shocks with the the spor Bilsteins. Been there - tried that. The ride was way too stiff especially in the rear. The comfort springs and the sport shocks don't play well together. I re-fitted the CATS shocks.
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