I wont deny it is not for me but it does hark back to MK2s and old type jags where you would then expect to see a leaper jumping at the end

 

Sorry, but that is the stupidest, ugliest XK8 body kit I have ever seen.

 

Not as bad looking as I would have thought if described to me, but not something I would keep on the car. It breaks up the great lines of the hood (bonnet), which is one of my favorite parts of the car.

As to any damage in removing it, depends on how it was attached. If you're lucky it is glued. Otherwise, some repair may be needed.

 

that spoiler looks drunk. the bumper isnt too bad though.

the paramore kit looks decent, except for the rear

 

Is it just me or does the body kit make the front end look too similar to the last Chevy Camaro before the one out now? and that rear end? Looks like a Hyundai Tiburon. I prefere the classic look, lines, bulges of the unfettered XK body.

Timeless design. the only thing I would improve on is the tail lamps on my 98.

Just my .02

 

I like it
in fact been looking at that same kit for some time now
give a more modern look to this beauty
besides need a new front bumper cover anyway to my 2001 XK

 

I'm a purist and keep my jag the way it was built but the front end looks good on this one.

 

I agree to a point. I actually think the Arden kit is quite fitting to the classic XK8 as it simply gives it a racing stance, and you don't loose the original lines. Arden is best when given a Jaguar to start with but some of their other creations are hit or miss.

 

I prefer the look of the XK8s and XKRs the way they came from the factory. Any money spend can be deducted from the resale value x2. I'm reminded of the '63 corvette owners that cut the rear window pillar to install '64 rear windows. I'm sure they are sorry now. When I was looking for an XK8 I actually turned one down because they installed a leaper on the hood. I just couldn't get past drilling holes in the hood. That's my nickel, Canada eliminated the penny this year so I can't give my 2 cents.

 

When it comes to a vehicle that is iconic and classic as it came from the factory, more is often less when it comes to doing ANY kind of mod imho.

Doug

 

I might go as far as adding those new style fender gills to my 01 !

 

Glad to hear your Dad's car is back together.

The stock rear styling doesn't quite look right to me and I rather like the look of the Paragon rear kit. It is interesting to see what the different kits look like on the car. So thanks for sharing the pictures.

Best wishes, Colin

 

To be honest, I don't think there's any thing wrong with modifying our cars. It's what keeps things interesting!! I never quite get when someone posts a pic of a factory model with no upgrades and everyone raves how amazing it is. I can appreciate a classic car but come on, they can get redundant.
Lets face it, the modified cars are the ones that start conversations and keep people fascinated! Now, don't get me wrong, I do think there's a fine line as to how far someone can go. But, that being said, beauty is in the eye of the beholder!!
Personally, I can't stand the thought of having a cookie cutter car and seeing myself on the road. And I'd be lying if I said I don't get a tingle when someone with my same model actually stares at my car and say, "wow! I've never seen an xk8 like that! It's hot!" Not to mention my XF

 

IMHO - I like the sexy curvaceousness of the XKR/8's amost as much as that of the XKE's - even better in the windshield slant - the E-type's is too upright. But what bothers me is that the Chrysler Sebring borrows heavily in some ways, but, of course, not in the sexy curves. It, and other vehicles, have taillights that seemed to come from the same designer, so I'd like a different taillight look, maybe much the same shape but more "prismatic" like some new cars. I do not like the white LEDs around the headlights as instigated by Audi then other German cars. And I disagree with Clarkson et al on Top Gear that the wood trim is dated. The GPS is dated but useful, but I miss having more gauges. My 2 cents.

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