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Carole Yes did get along, reg is S20 LNG, perhaps that's the XK8 your partner artfully shot? I saw your XK, recognised by the cover note in the windscreen, and very nice it is too. Mucho growler grins going on here, I will post a shot with me and Sandie together (note, Sandie is most definitely the pretty one)

Thank you Carole I must admit, I too prefer lighter interiors, the XF was barley/truffle, IIR. We looked at other 8's with light interiors, but the wood trim wasn't right, as soon as we sat in this one, it was just right. I would like to add a MK2, but unfortunately even that is out of range (at the mo ) I do hope to get up to Gaydon and will be doing my utmost, even turning into a Chippies mate to help him finish, but if not, I'm sure I'll be at the next.

Good morning Carole I hope to be attending the breakfast meet, but I have a carpenter in on Friday and he might overrun, which means I won't make it, unfortunately due to calendars, this was the only time available. My XK8 is the final run out "S" model, the colour is Satin Silver and the interior is Charcoal (with white double stitching), standard Jaguar grey lining. It is more pleasing than black as it is noticeably lighter once inside, the dash trim is in carbon fibre, not my ideal choice (I am quite an old fashioned wood trim kinda guy) but it does make the cabin look more modern. The XF was a lovely car, but I have always wanted a V8 and in particular, an XK100 rather than 150. I guess at heart I am just a little retro (note, not old fashioned!! ). Now I am totally enjoying "Jagownership".

Now I've had it for a month, thought it would be a good idea to post first pics of my "new" 2005 XK8 4.2S. It was sad to see the XF go, but this is the car I've always wanted.

So, the wife asks me to pick her up after a girlies after work thingy, jump in the car, suffer the whine of the warning tone and orff I jolly well go. Going to West Quay I have to traverse some raised ramps (pedestrian crossings), go to park up, sling the old girl in reverse and oh, the sensors are working again. 24 hours on and still working, now either something is loose, or I have jolted some hidden grime off, I have absolutely no idea, is this the true meaning of "a wonder mechanic?" (definition - wonder how that happened then_

Always like to acknowledge other drivers who have had the foresight to buy a Jag. although it does tend to be marque for marque, however, when I had my XF the only other jag driver that acknowledged me was one who had an identical colour/year to mine (Emerald Fire). So perhaps it's an older car thing. That said, the XF has gone and been swapped for an 2005 XK8 2 weeks ago, and working peculiar hours/shifts as I do haven't really been out much to see if it works with other XK8ers, hoping it does, I kinda like the feeling of camaraderie, we know why we bought our cars and what they can do; Euroboxes they most certainly aren't!!

My 2005 XK8 reversing sensors no longer work. I get the 5 sec continuous sound at start up to warn me. Have checked fuse, loose connections, to no avail. Is it sensors or could it be the module? Anyone else had this?

Well, I have an 09 XF3.0dS and living in Southampton suffer from the double whammy of a City that is targeted as one of the 6 worst cities for pollution in the UK and will be taking some drastic steps to clean itself up. So, I took a rather drastic step myself and have just bought an 05 plate XK8, which I pick up on Thursday. (Kids are now no longer kids and we don't go out as a family hardly ever and it's the car I always wanted). So, it's out with a clean diesel and in with a petrol to keep the greenies happy, although I know I will be coughing out more greenhouse gas than with the XF, if it keeps the govt. happy, woop woop.

Really enjoyed todays get together, good to meet and make some new friends, will upload a couple of shots as soon as I figure out how to do it???? As we were leaving, a young family were looking at our cars, their lad, about 2yrs old, running around them excitedly shouting "Jagyar", what could we do? Let him sit in the XF of course, his face was a picture as he sat there, grasping the steering wheel shouting "Jagyar, Jagyar" repeatedly, fantastic. Next meet? Anyone fancy Brooklands?

If you want the drivers mirror to dip, set it at an angle you would like and save it to memory position 2, then when you reverse, select 2nd memory, take it out of reverse, select memory 1 and it will return how it was.

Wilco, see you there for 10am, Purrdey is glistening at mo, won't drive her too much tomorrow just to keep her clean heehee.

Ok, looks like we might well be popping up, has a time been fixed yet?

Yes, I received my 2 stickers, they arrived before my car

Alloys are 20 inch Senta's, to be honest i'm not a massive fan of ultra low profile tyres, but Jaguars suspension and soundproofing make them surprisingly pleasant (given so far only 50 miles covered on a commute). Guess I'll really find out when we motor down to Cornwall soon, or possibly the Heritage meet sooner if we can get up there.

Southampton here

Dave Yes this will be my first, the colour is listed as "Emerald Fire", which I believe was discontinued by Jaguar in 2010, a rare mistake in my opinion. The pearlescent effect in sunlight is almost that of a flip top paint, truly beautiful. We will be spending the weekend thinking of a suitable moniker for the naming ceremony. Green Goddess and Green Hornet have already been dismissed, we try to find a name both suitable for the car and having some significance to either the history of the marque, or manufacturer, or date of purchase. Previous examples Triumph Spitfire = "Stanley", in recognition of Stanley Markland who saw the original "Bomb" project under a tarpaulin and gave the Ok to start production of the Spitfire. Saab 93 - "Poppy", simply because we bought her on remembrance Sunday. However, the wife has decreed that the cat will be a female, so searching names of historical meaning and suitable to it's looks has so far not been to easy!!!!, and I just don't fancy "May"

Well, haven't strictly actually got my Jag yet, picking it up this Friday. But, all going well (don't envisage any issues there) would love to pop along and show off my new pride and joy, will check with wifey as it is HER birthday weekend, but we haven't been to the Heritage museum for a few years, so would be nice to have another mooch there and introduce ourselves to like minded Jag lovers.

My new XF 3.0Ds prem lux arrived at my local dealer today, popped along to have a quick scan and ensure it was OK and am picking her up on Friday pm. If I didn't work nights, there would be a couple of sleepless nights ahead, but as I do, best to stay awake. :D Will add some more pics over the weekend (after I finish showing her off and playing with her of course)

Hi I recently joined when deciding to buy an XK8, unfortunately when we viewed, because of the lack of rear leg room it was sadly a no............... for now. However, we then saw an XF, came home did some homework and have decided that for now, it is the route we are going to take. Today was my first test drive in a 3.0d S variant and all I can say about it is "why would anybody buy anything else". So, my local dealer is now doing his homework to find my ideal car and target date for my first growler badge is 2nd week of May. Anything you guys consider I would need to know? ie weaknesses, hopefully it will be a late 09 or 10 plate.

Thanks for the tips guys. commute will be mostly M/W, about 50 miles per day. My current car is a Saab 93 vert (with a bit of troll dust added, ahem), which is giving me about 32mpg with a restricted right foot. Driven with more aplomb drops to 25 (av) very easily, so not expecting to put too much more thru the Jag. Last year I did 20k miles, usually about 18k per year.

Hi I am looking to buy an XK8/XKR convertible in the next few months. I've done some research, but know from other forums, the best place for honest and plain advice is the marques clubs. It must be a convertible It will be my daily drive and my budget will be 10k max, so i know i will be looking pre 2001. All advice welcome