Got the new '08 XKR
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RE: Got the new '08 XKR
No spare in the base or xkr, imo I like the 20", the ride seems better and also I think you just can't beat the look.
Go with the 20" and just keepa can ofFix a Flat and your cell phone with you and you should be ok. also the 20" tires are standard "run-flats" with censors so, you have a safe 50 miles once you have a problem.
Go with the 20" and just keepa can ofFix a Flat and your cell phone with you and you should be ok. also the 20" tires are standard "run-flats" with censors so, you have a safe 50 miles once you have a problem.
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I have a Portfolio and they do not come with run flat tires. (US). They do have the IMS on the back side of the trunk. Jag will come pick you up or get AAA. I've lived in LA for 5 years and never had a flat. But if you get one and get towed make sure they know what they are doing. Flatbed truck only.
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never use fix a flat! unless in an extreme emergency, it makes the tire un-repairable, meaning you're going to have to buy 2 new tires minimum instead of possibly having the flat patched
never use fix a flat! unless in an extreme emergency, it makes the tire un-repairable, meaning you're going to have to buy 2 new tires minimum instead of possibly having the flat patched
My daughter has that system on her Peugeot 206cc .......get nightmares about her getting a flat somewhere and having to rely on a can of " fix a flat"
Loads of interest in this topic............you guys gettin the 08 XKR.............lucky buggers[:'(]
Please make sure you post loads of pics and show them off when you do get them.
Jim
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cool when is the delivery date....eta. yeah post lots of pics, and make sure you post on the new xkr 2007+ sub section!
cool when is the delivery date....eta. yeah post lots of pics, and make sure you post on the new xkr 2007+ sub section!
I suppose you could say its a sorta test section as we are currently angling for more sections to be made available.
Jim
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I just took delivery of mine and first impressions are outstanding. My last new coupe was a 2002 Mercedes CL600 (non turbo), and this XKR seems better in almost every respect. One issue of concern is the lack of front parking sensors (I intended the wife to drive this car!). As the car has the rear parking sensors and the screen, I wonder if it is possible to have the front ones fitted and wired into the factory system? Does anyone here have an idea about this?
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I just wanted to say hello. I'm a new member to the Jaguar Forum and I wanted to share some information about the cancellation of MP3 Player Audio Connectivity Kit for XK Vehicles. This notice was sent to all Jaguar dealers on the parts information bulletin board and it says that the cancellation is required because of technical difficulties encountered during the development of the product. The number of technical complications encountered during the development of the ACM product means that it will not be possible to lunch an ACM accessory installation Kit. I was very interested in the product for my 2008 XKR Portfolio. So in the near future this option isn't available.
Larry
Larry
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I just joined the forum andwanted to introduce myself, my name is Mike and I'm from the Chicago suburbs. I bought an 08 XKR Portfolio Edition coupe last November. It spent the winter in the garage; so I'm just starting to enjoy and appreciate driving it.
Sorry for no pics........... tried to embed them in post; but my files are all too large. I'll post when I can 'capture' one of my sons for technology support.
Sorry for no pics........... tried to embed them in post; but my files are all too large. I'll post when I can 'capture' one of my sons for technology support.
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I just joined the forum andwanted to introduce myself, my name is Mike and I'm from the Chicago suburbs. I bought an 08 XKR Portfolio Edition coupe last November. It spent the winter in the garage; so I'm just starting to enjoy and appreciate driving it.
Sorry for no pics........... tried to embed them in post; but my files are all too large. I'll post when I can 'capture' one of my sons for technology support.
I just joined the forum andwanted to introduce myself, my name is Mike and I'm from the Chicago suburbs. I bought an 08 XKR Portfolio Edition coupe last November. It spent the winter in the garage; so I'm just starting to enjoy and appreciate driving it.
Sorry for no pics........... tried to embed them in post; but my files are all too large. I'll post when I can 'capture' one of my sons for technology support.