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Sept 29, 2017 14:53:25 GMT
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Hello all. I'm new to this site so thought id introduce myself. Name is Nick. Biker by nature but really into my cars too. Needed a new family car and as Id rather have something with a bit of character and cool, I've bought this 1990 Jaguar xj6, 4.0 . flew up with the family to Glasgow yesterday, picked her up then spent the day in the lake district before getting back to London last night. Done about 490miles in it so far and already love it. Ill picking the brains of the wise on this forum over the next year or so. Here are some pics..... 
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Sept 29, 2017 14:55:18 GMT
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Sept 29, 2017 14:56:33 GMT
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That looks perfect, nice buy  |
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ian65
Part of things
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Sept 29, 2017 15:14:59 GMT
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that's very clean and tidy.... good score!
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Sept 29, 2017 15:21:32 GMT
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Thanks a lot. I must say its a great drive. Being an old car there are a few odds and sods to take care of but that's half the fun with these old cars. First on the list is raising the suspension. I love the look but annoyingly around my area the speed bumps are built like the Pyramids of Giza
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Sept 29, 2017 15:23:25 GMT
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The seller Supplied me with a full set of original rims with tyres which was nice of him. I love the aftermarkets on there however not to sure about the grey painted centres. I'm thinking black.
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Sept 29, 2017 15:24:33 GMT
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Lovely jubbly. More pics please!
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Sept 29, 2017 15:27:07 GMT
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Ill post some up shortly. Going to have a play around with it tonight after work and write a snag list to work though
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Marc
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Sept 29, 2017 15:29:02 GMT
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What a fab looking XJ40! Good luck with her, I absolutely love these cars.
If you haven't already, sign up to XJ40.com for info and technical stuff.
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ChasR
RR Helper
motivation
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My new to me 1990 JagChasR
@chasr
Club Retro Rides Member 170
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Sept 29, 2017 15:37:51 GMT
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I do like an XJ40. adam73bgt had one of these and went down a couple of similar paths to you, like the wheels. Enjoy. |
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Sept 29, 2017 16:23:39 GMT
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What a fab looking XJ40! Good luck with her, I absolutely love these cars. If you haven't already, sign up to XJ40.com for info and technical stuff. I will defiantly do so. Most likely will encounter a few bits and bobs I'm not sure off.
Thanks
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My new to me 1990 JagMercdan68
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Sept 29, 2017 16:23:51 GMT
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Superb looking car ,and welcome to retro rides
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Fraud owners club member
1999 Jaguar s type
1993 ford escort
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ken21
Wales
XR4i
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Sept 29, 2017 16:28:08 GMT
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Sept 29, 2017 16:33:22 GMT
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That's the one. Good guy who sold it. |
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Stiff
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Sept 29, 2017 17:30:07 GMT
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I adore these and that's a great colour for one! Wheel centres black is also a great choice - it'll compliment the bumper trim really well  I went through a phase of wanting to VIP one of these and ended up getting an S-Class (and not VIPing it, lol) They do look really well with the right treatment. Eta: I'd black out the door posts too, it'll give it a sleeker look. |
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Last Edit: Sept 29, 2017 17:31:57 GMT by Stiff
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Sept 29, 2017 17:44:03 GMT
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Your car is beautiful but your girlfriend is nicer!
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Sept 29, 2017 19:19:30 GMT
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I was really tempted by this as an interesting family motor myself! Went for my XJR with LPG instead, as i do 150 miles a week so needed cheaper fuel bill! I'll be following with interest!
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adam73bgt
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My new to me 1990 Jagadam73bgt
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Sept 29, 2017 21:22:52 GMT
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As ChasR said, I had one of these, absolutely loved it until the fuel bill got a bit too much for me at the time  Thats how mine looked just with the XJ12 lattices and standard ride height, yours with the Remotec's and lowering looks badass, dark centres on the wheels will definitely be a good move I reckon |
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Sept 29, 2017 21:23:46 GMT
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that's very clean and tidy.... good score! |
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Last Edit: Sept 29, 2017 21:24:55 GMT by rblote
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Geordie
North East
Course I'm out of my mind...........it's dark and scary in there!!
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Sept 29, 2017 21:36:21 GMT
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Cool car. Great purchase.
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CURRENT FLEET
'99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles)
'99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles)
'01 Mini (#869)
'06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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