No 56k: Replacement 1995 XJR - Also In Black - Page 2

Blind_Io · September 9th, 2009, 3:09 PM

Is the car just dusty or is the paint oxidized? It's kind of hard to tell from the photos.

I'm glad the situation was resolved quickly, Spectre. It still sucks what happened to your baby, but this new car can now benefit from your experience and become something really spectacular.

(next time don't let them have the keys)

devil500 · September 9th, 2009, 3:19 PM

All hail new JAaaaaagggggggggg images/smilies/biggrin.gif

!!

MadCow809 · September 9th, 2009, 4:53 PM

That is what I call great work efficiency.

You sure get things done pretty fast.

killpanda · September 9th, 2009, 5:46 PM

Great job, and it looks good images/smilies/smile.gif

BerserkerCatSplat · September 9th, 2009, 7:29 PM

Were the Milan wheels salvageable? I really liked those ones.

nouseferaname90 · September 9th, 2009, 7:44 PM

The seats look like they are in better condition in this one. is that the case?

JakeRadden · September 9th, 2009, 8:54 PM

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Originally Posted by BerserkerCatSplat

Were the Milan wheels salvageable? I really liked those ones.

Yeah, those wheels were awesome.

Spectre · September 9th, 2009, 9:57 PM

Thanks for all the compliments, people.

Yes, it is oxidized pretty badly on top. That was taken into consideration in the settlement, so it will be okay. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

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Originally Posted by BerserkerCatSplat

Were the Milan wheels salvageable? I really liked those ones.

No, more's the pity. The Brembo front calipers didn't survive either, but I can still order those. Gotta go on eBay and find some more Milans.

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Originally Posted by nouseferaname90

The seats look like they are in better condition in this one. is that the case?

Yes, with the exception of the driver's seat. That's a little more torn up on the side bolster where you slide in and out; a new leather panel to repair it is on the way. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

Dogbert · September 9th, 2009, 10:23 PM

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u69/cdogbert/IMG_4547.jpg

killpanda · September 9th, 2009, 10:24 PM

Woah Dogbert, nice XJR!

Dogbert · September 9th, 2009, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by killpanda

Woah Dogbert, nice XJR!

Thanks!

NecroJoe · September 9th, 2009, 10:51 PM

You know...maybe they are the same person...we never see them in the same place at the same time, do we?

Redliner · September 9th, 2009, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by NecroJoe

You know...maybe they are the same person...we never see them in the same place at the same time, do we?

I think you are right. And I think Spectre is the alterego with superpowers. images/smilies/lol.gif

frankiess · September 9th, 2009, 11:17 PM

Jesus, they swapped the engine in one evening? That's an incredible save!

Does it feel like you're driving someone else's car though?

Dogbert · September 10th, 2009, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Redliner

I think you are right. And I think Spectre is the alterego with superpowers. images/smilies/lol.gif

Are you calling me mild-mannered?

Crazyjeeper · September 10th, 2009, 1:20 AM

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Originally Posted by frankiess

Jesus, they swapped the engine in one evening? That's an incredible save!

Does it feel like you're driving someone else's car though?

I think the engine is the same, they swapped in a new transmission.

Redliner · September 10th, 2009, 2:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dogbert

Are you calling me mild-mannered?

No. It´s just that he drives a Jaaaaaaaaag. images/smilies/tongue.gif

argatoga · September 10th, 2009, 5:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Crazyjeeper

I think the engine is the same, they swapped in a new transmission.

Still a big job.

Spectre · September 12th, 2009, 7:41 PM

One more in daylight:

http://www.dallasdrivers.org/gallery/d/29394-1/IMG_4556.JPG

US XJRs didn't have the stainless window trim blacked out as the Euro ones did. That's something I'm going to remedy in the near future with this car. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

Also, before it goes to the paint shop, I'm going to take the opportunity to test various products that claim to be able to repair severely oxidized paint on it. Worst case scenario is that it ruins the paint and I have to repaint it... which I'd be doing anyway. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

Ezbok58a · September 12th, 2009, 7:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spectre

One more in daylight:

US XJRs didn't have the stainless window trim blacked out as the Euro ones did. That's something I'm going to remedy in the near future with this car. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

Also, before it goes to the paint shop, I'm going to take the opportunity to test various products that claim to be able to repair severely oxidized paint on it. Worst case scenario is that it ruins the paint and I have to repaint it... which I'd be doing anyway. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

So it's a win-win if it doesn't work.

September 9th, 2009, 3:09 PM	#21
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Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 9:16 PM Location: Dallas, Texas Age: 32 Posts: 8,346 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC, 98 PC800 Rep Power: 191	One more in daylight: US XJRs didn't have the stainless window trim blacked out as the Euro ones did. That's something I'm going to remedy in the near future with this car. Also, before it goes to the paint shop, I'm going to take the opportunity to test various products that claim to be able to repair severely oxidized paint on it. Worst case scenario is that it ruins the paint and I have to repaint it... which I'd be doing anyway. __________________ Enough is enough. We are not here to subsidize your clueless business plans or reward your failures. 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR 1998 Honda Pacific Coast PC800 (two-wheeled pickup truck/utility bike)

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