I follow both of you guys and spent four years looking for a Jaguar Convertible... and a year and a half ago in 2019 found one that fit all that I was looking for. It's 2007 XK Convertible, 1 of 97, Winter Gold, had 44000 miles on it than, now 48743 as of today. Two new rear tires last summer and one left rear brake light, an oil change, and all filters, 3. An absolute joy to drive, rock-solid, a smile from ear to ear. This is a keeper. Have done about a dozen car shows with it, get a lot of looks from top to bottom with comments of "love it"," I want one", how cool... I've done a total detail on it, in and out with Clay Bar and four Ceramic Coatings over the last year. Painted calipers, Burnt Copper to offset the car's paint. What can I say ...I just enjoy this car. Learned a lot from both of you guys, Thank You, Driving the dream.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

thanks Jim great colour👍 like the colour coded. calliper idea

Lovely bit of Jag banter and even though I've owned my XKR for three years, always useful and most helpful listening to advice from the two masters, thanks guys

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

Thank you John & Damian. Very well done, most enjoyable.

Excellent video, you two! Many thanks Damien and John! Just the job for those who are looking to buy an XK8 without heartbreak. Thank you!

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

Great video guys, my 2 favorite XK8 KZread gods . Only one complaint, it wasn't long enough :-) I'm with you lads, the later cars are tempting because of rust issues and engine update. But I prefer the shape (In particular the recessed fogs) of the earlier cars and more basic electric's. Less bells and whistles to go wrong. I could be bias, my 99 XKR has no brembo's, but stops well enough for me and no electric head rests or electric steering column adjustment to go wrong. At least that's two things off my potentially long, to do list :-) Keep up the good work guy's.

From the Space Coast of Florida, USA- Proud owner of a 1997 XK8 conv. w/60k. This my 3rd. cat and a true joy to show and drive!! Thanks guys for a great show.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

Thank you for sharing your broad knowledge of the XK8. As a subscriber to both of your sites, I must say it was a pleasure to observe the two of you discussing your experiences.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Gord👍

Really enjoyable. Well done both of you

Awesome. Thank you guys. 😎

My 2 favourite Jag Gurus in tandem - can´t be beaten! Reminds me of WRC`s David Evans and Colin Clark, just much better chemistry. You should get together more often!

Brilliant. Thanks Guys

excellent a most enjoyable video even though i dont have an xk ( i have an x300 xj executive ) i find much information relates to my jaguar , well done both of you .

Hi John and Damian thanks for all your hard work and support, I hope you both can do this again i myself have a 2001 xk8 pacific blue ivory and oatmeal with cats, i hope to have the timing chain and tensioners done soon. All the best for the future Bill

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

How fortunate we are to have such a talented duo, let's make it a regular occurrence, maybe every 3 months ? Wish I had seen this before I bought my XK8, but, at least I did have the benefit of Terry's expertise locally, The Breed Motor Shop in Cooroy, QLD 4563.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

The value of finding a trusted independent garage that understands Jags can not be overestimated Alan👍

excellent conversation guys thanks...

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

Sorry guys 2011 XKR 150 5 litre supercharger.... Lunar grey.. Bootipful..... Love the channel

Well done John and Damian I feel as though I have joined a really good club

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Richard. This feels like the future of clubs to me. Take the committee's treasurers, fees and Cliques out of it all. Instead have a group of friends sharing opinions pictures and video's on line. And maybe an occasional real world opportunity to meet up. No Fees No Obligations. Dont get me wrong im a member of a couple of clubs. But this feels like more fun for all to me

nice one guys. looking forward to it :)

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Us too!😁

@ODRModurol

3 жыл бұрын

@@ToTheGarage Second that, regard Damian

great video, been following you both for a while as I am intending to buy a convertible once allowed to actually have a look at cars in person. Reinforced info I had picked up from both of your channels and a few books. Always liked the car and decided to buy myself one as a retirement present couple of years ago but due to circumstance's only just getting to it(lucky to be able to retire at 60 coupe of years ago) I spent a lot of time at Jaguar from the early 80s to 2000s Visiting both Browns lane factory or Witney R&D about once a fortnight, whilst working for the company that supplied most of Jaguars cooling (Now Part of Denso who supplied a lot of parts to Jag from various plants).At the time of the development and manufacture of the X100 and X300 I was working as a Denso Quality Engineer responsible for looking after any Jaguar concerns with our products and new product introduction. Remember at that time there was lots of political arguments and decision's made following Ford takeover and wanting to use their own parts / suppliers whilst Jag designers wanted to keep their own so there were good and bad decision's made. Looking forward to my X100 ownership, following a multitude of previous sports car toys from Lotus to Porsche, Mercedes, Bmw etc.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic to have you as part of our gang Stuart Like myself I guess you are one of those who will derive pleasure and interest from just lifting the bonnet or looking under the dashboard and admiring/criticising or just pondering the component design and choices. And the x100's ford/jag parts choices are part of what makes that so interesting. And when you get to compare notes with a DB7 owner, its like all my christmases have come😁 PS controversially I think:- -Jag v Aston Jag better built and interior layout and ergo far superior. -Ford MoCo Switch gear and electronics were a step up because they just work.👍 -For most other items I vote for Jags band of usual suppliers as material choices are far better

@stuartgreenwood9304

3 жыл бұрын

@@ToTheGarage hi John yes agree jag better than Aston, had a minor involvement with the DB7 at prototype stage due to the link with the Jag, At the time Jag were just starting to benefit from the Ford production techniques and Fords Mazda controlling share ownership giving them access to Japanese methods as well , (mazda bought back Ford share 2015 ish). But there were still enough original Jag people on the design teams for x100 & x300 to stand up to Ford and fight when they thought they had the better parts or ideas. As you say Ford stuff just works they are not one of the biggest car manufacturer's by accident my daily driver is a Ford Kuga until I can afford A Jag 4WD SUV to tow the caravan.

Happy to know that my XKR is in the “gold model year” for you guys ! I definitely won’t sell it !😀😇

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

I love them all but, thats the sweet spot in my opinion

yes, I think you are two very likeable guys.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Ahh

Nice one John and Damian

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve👍

Everyone thinks I paid too much, but it had 45000 miles and on a lift it looks brand new underneath. Not even a hint of rust anywhere on the car. It had been kept in a garage in the south its entire life. Worth every penny to me. I intend to drive it till the wheels fall off.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

A car is worth exactly what the buyer is willing to pay. Unless you buy to resell at a profit then you cant have paid too much👍. Purdey cost me more than an average xk8 even when you consider her condition, but I was prepared to pay about £3000 more for a car without high level brake lights (first 2000 or so off the line). To others the age and the very early production number would have counted against her.

Love my 2000 triple black Caborlet for about 17 years now... BTW don't forget the Golden Shower ... (Green in the XK8)

@garyvanremortel5218

3 жыл бұрын

More like Golden Jello.

Hope 2 buy one next year, if all goes well, good vid

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael. Go get one. You only live once!

🔥🔥can’t wait

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

I'm sorry I missed the Jag dialog's answer to the Vag monologues. Here in CA we have zero rust on our cars except for those kept within a mile or two of the beach. The previous owner of my car kept in in her garage in Monterey and only used it on Sundays to go golfing at Pebble Beach. Get a transmission shop that specializes in ZF to scan the clutch pressure adaptions on any target XK8 before buying. Even the Alpine audio system is pedestrian compared with the Harman Kardon setup in my 2014 BMW X50i.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

I want Harman Kardon too.

great video xk8 or xkr

Excellent video as always. I follow you both guys and must tell you that watching you I’m tempted to create my own channel featuring my 2001 X100 and 2003 X350. I don’t have the time, but I’m tempted. :)

@ODRModurol

3 жыл бұрын

Peter, go for it. Do what you can, when you can. More input the better, regards Damian

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Go for it!👍 Trust us, its quite addictive and will add a new dimension to your existing Jag Hobby

@petersiklosi1966

3 жыл бұрын

@@ToTheGarage I know. That’s what I’m afraid of. 😁 More hobbies than time. But might try it. Thanks for the encouragement!

Just to clarify. I have BBS alloys. It a love / hate relationship . Love the looks, hate the fact the stainless rims are relatively easily damaged (curbing and tyre change) and the tyre valve adaptor is stuck faff.

Iv had mine for 3 yrs it's black an golden convertible

Great discussion, really enjoyed it. Since the dream car I’m looking for is out of reach ( mid to early 60’s XKE 4+2 with both tops). So a 2004 to 2005 XKR in BRG with dark camel interior and top. Always loved British racing green, just hard to find in any decent shape to make it worth. As far as sound systems go the alpine in my 04 XJR is nice, But my wife’s 2012 XJL Meridian system is so much nicer.

@ToTheGarage

2 жыл бұрын

The Late XJ sound system really is better than that in the majority of homes. An absolute revelation

Do you guys have a video on lower ball joints? my front spring dampers have been change once already I just changed them again.

Would this great advice also apply to an XJ 8 2002/2003 model? My U joints are bad. Big job?

I fancy buying that book Damian was showing the camera. What is it's title and author please ? Cheers for the video.

John, have you considered swapping a 2000 model year nose cone on later model car, like a 2005? More features with classic styling. Have any of your subscribers ever attempted the swap? Could be the best of both worlds. Rick from Mississippi.

Great video guys. Thank you and thanks for the others you’ve posted. I’m very close to buying an XKR. It will be a 2002+ car to benefit from the many improvements but still retain the original look. I actually like the flush fog lights of the slightly later car too. My dilemma at the moment is around rust. I am a massive pedant for perfect bodywork and couldn’t live with even small bubbles around the arches etc. I can see near perfect looking cars for £30k but there’s no guarantee that there won’t be hidden rust in the usual spots. Is it better to pick up one of the £15k cars (still with FSH) and have a full respray where any rust can be thoroughly and properly treated? Even if that costs £3-4K, is that a better route to go down? Thanks. Alan

@ToTheGarage

Жыл бұрын

I agree that its difficult to achieve a cosmetically rust-free XK8. I think that structurally the majority are very strong and all the rust areas are well known, but With any 20 - 25-year-old cars it is very difficult to get perfect. I think one of the issues with the XK8 is that its looks have aged so well, that we fail to instinctively recognise it as a pretty old car and a contemporary of the Austin metro!. I would find a nice car with a believable history indicating it has not been previously cut filled welded and re painted (beyond a nose cone respray as that is practically a given. And put some money aside for a decent body guy to correct it to the standard you want.

Just purchased a 1999 XK8…15425 miles, always garaged, supposedly never been in the rain….I’m very excited to check many of the little things out, but due to the extremely low mileage and LIKE NEW appearance and shape I’m hoping many major things are still very much like new!

@ToTheGarage

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you have a facinating time ahead of you. 👍👍 Feel free to send pictures and stories. john@tothegarage.co.uk

@Krazede

Жыл бұрын

@@ToTheGarage Will do…hit the link but didn’t see an email address. I’ll check again to send photos!

And I need my value gaskets kit changed and a tun up

I have a XK 8 Jaguar and where can I get a rebuilt transmission

So fortunate with my NZ new 2004 XKR that there is not a spot of rust anywhere

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

very jealous Johnson

My heart started to beat faster when John recommended a 2002 or 2003. My XKR is a 2003. Whew. Sad to hear about my BBS alloys, though.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you enjoyed it.👍 You have to balance the issues with the BBS wheels against the looks though. And both myself and Damian love the looks.

@lib556

3 жыл бұрын

@@ToTheGarage Perhaps a vid explaining how these work. I have no experience with split rims other than owning this car for the past 5 months (much of it winter with limited driving). What am I to tell the mechanic not to damage about the stainless rim etc. I honestly know nothing about wheels and stuff.

Would love an Amaranth XK8 also :)

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to see im not the only one with taste Dayno 😎

hi john thanks for the informative and entertaining videos i recently tried to flush the brake fluid from my o4 xk8 we did the front as your video advised but could not get any fluid out of the rear bleed nipples ? do i need to have the engine running . i used the traditional method ie me on the bleed nipple and the misses on the brake pedal any ideas ?

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Replace the bleed nipples they may be blocked

great

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mitch

I have an early 2001 XK8 in Phoenix Red with black interior. So they are rare, but do exist.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Now that would be interesting to try and find out how many Pheonix red Non XKR's exist. very few I suspect.

Can’t afford it .. owner not budging from 11 k .. it’s xkr 1999.. 4 owners .. 77 k .. good history file .. I haven’t a clue about cars .. shall I get RAC to look over ..

John: in the best of all possible worlds and owning a gorgeous 1999 XK8, I would (will) buy a 2005-2006 XKR That is THE car.....

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

The Final edition holds quite a draw for me too Rich. The run out model had every toy and of course its a limited edition and the youngest car. But more toys = more opportunities for problems. The earlier cars are the prettiest in my eyes, but then the box sills and bigger bumpers give it a more aggressive look🤯 I need one of each model year in an array of colours. Including a U.S imported Victory edition convertible in White (almost impossible to buy a white X100 in the UK) and a fully loaded Arden Coupe. Its a good job I don't have a lot of spare money, because I would spend the lot🤣 The reality is that I would, and could, buy any model and year if the spec and condition was right.

OK, gotta throw in my 2 cents, when buying an XK8 (X100) depends where it has lived, in the USA Arizona, body usually good, but maybe some AZ rash, Engine paramount.

@ODRModurol

3 жыл бұрын

Good point 👍 Fell into the trap of only thinking about our cars in the UK.

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Got to admit to a large degree of jealousy at the underside condition of even less cared for cars in some parts of the world. I wonder where the 'Worst' environment for our cars is. im sure the UKL will make the podium with the combo of extra ordinarily varied weather (but predominantly cool and damp) and the very high usage of salt.

@jagvette1

3 жыл бұрын

@@ToTheGarage very true but there are some states over here that are terrible for rust, especially the east coast

@jagvette1

3 жыл бұрын

@@ODRModurol it’s an easy mistake , but having lived in the USA for 25 years now I have remember not everywhere is sunny like Arizona 👹

What about doing a feature on the XKR 5.o litre supercharged 2009-- 2014

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

We would need a small donation. Of a 5.0 litre XKR 🤣. what do you recon Damian🤔

A good alliance

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Udo

Am I right in thinking that the timing chains and tensioners issue is only applicable to the 4.0 ltr engine and not the 4.2?

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

The 4.2. litre engines already have the better quality tensioners fitted.

Hello John, im a big fan of your TTG videos. its maybe not the right place to ask questions, but didnt find other possibilities. I have a question. I would love to buy an XK8 or XK8R, but looking for the best deal on my pocket possibilities. Here in France the prices are much higher than in the UK, so have to deal with it ! And the insurance prices for the "R' are ridiculus, so thinking of staying with the "8", and have been looking for a 4.2, but whats your thought about it ? Or the 4.0 is as good ? When you want to buy, after checking your list of things to check first, i found one 2001 with 88K Km, and another one 2005 with 165K Km. both are very interesting. From what i deducted is that the milage comes first and the year after. The 2001 is 3 K Euros more expensive, but i think i need to negociate . ;) What would you suggest ?

@ToTheGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Thierry. I would be more swayed by a low mileage than a younger age, but mostly by body condition and any indicators that one of then has been better cared for. The 4.0 litre is not quite as economical or powerful as the 4.2 but for me there is not enough difference to make it a decision maker. the 4.2 will have a few better designed parts such as an all metal water pump, and fully variable cam timing rather than the 2 stage timing on the 4.0 I have to say the 4.2 is seen as the more reliable but again in truth its pretty marginal. If condition is similar and the colours, wheels and trim levels appeal equally to you then my preference would be the earlier lower mileage car, but it really is down to which stirs your soul most at the end of the day. Good luck my friend

@sophiecharasse7374

2 жыл бұрын

@@ToTheGarage Thanks John for the precious answer, that will help me a lot in my futur choice. Find a few ones but not perfect, some imports from the states with no history, one "R 100" but in canada, so with transportation and all the french laws, it will end up being over budget for me. I'm much more looking like the french says "un coup de coeur" thats what alow you to go a bit further from what you expected . So still looking, in england there is a lot to offer, but wrong side !!! any way ill stay in touch. PS im very sad as i didnt say anything about Gary who was on the show with you !!! he seems to be a nice guy as well, and because of him i baught the book on the XK that he was telling in the video, and red strait all through that same nighht ;) ;) Thank you again

Is 1998 xk8 with 67k miles 2 owners selling for $7,900 a good value? The car looks brand new, garage kept

@ToTheGarage

Жыл бұрын

Sounds nice to me

You’ll have to wrap Purdey for a couple of years John!

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

to get my Purple fix🤔 Not bad👍

Anybody know how many 2004 XKR convertible are there today? Thanks guys, been a fan since day one!

@ODRModurol

3 жыл бұрын

The info is in here.

@ODRModurol

3 жыл бұрын

Jaguar XK8 How many ? V58 / XKR (X100)

Not sure I'd fancy a rust bucket as described. I believe Jaguar built the XK with an aluminium monocoque from 2007?

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Yes all Alloy from 2007 onward. Lighter, newer, quicker, Hatch back on the Coupe and automatic tone cover on the convertible. Great cars. Not quite as pretty in my eyes though.. Wouldn't stop me buying one (as well as keeping my X100)

Hi John, another great video, thanks, Thought you may have touched on the CPU and throttle body. As you may know Grandad has a 1996 XK8, and we have not been able to sort it, being in Spain and only having 9,oo Km´s on the clock, rust and suspension not a issue, But can´t find anyone to sort out this problem.

@kingfisherdecor5533

3 жыл бұрын

What is CPU or do you mean ECU?

@petergolding8523

3 жыл бұрын

@@kingfisherdecor5533 Hi there, yes sorry meant ECU,

@garyvanremortel5218

3 жыл бұрын

@@petergolding8523 Get the XK8 Bible and send it off to one of the listed repair sites in the states.

@petergolding8523

3 жыл бұрын

@@garyvanremortel5218 thank you Gary, I think this will be the option, but the only trouble is that apparently once you get the box back it has to be configured to all the other systems on the car,

@garyvanremortel5218

3 жыл бұрын

@@petergolding8523 I've only heard good things from • ecudoctors.com in FL (ECM)

Hey John would you have total production numbers for 2000 XK8 caborlet or know where I can find them... Thanks Again for info

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

I believe I do have them, but cant put my finger on them at the moment. I bet either Gary Van Remortel or Damian will have them though as they are a lot more organised than me. Its a race now to see who can give you a number first👍👍. 3, 2, 1, Go!

@josephguastella8037

3 жыл бұрын

@@ToTheGarage Thank you sir

What do you think a 97 convertible with 67k miles?

@ToTheGarage

2 жыл бұрын

It excites me😁

Evening all!

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Evening

Is XKR 07 40k ok ?? Well kept ! Thanks

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

It's good

My top tip is check for rust rust rust !

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Im with you all the way Dean👍

Their are millions of them from the USA in Florida no rust ship A BUNCH OVER

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

All the steering wheels have been fitted on the passenger side😁

If my wife lets me buy one, it's all y'alls fault. (Thank you in advance)

John/Damian: Watch for "Stumble Speak" . If you watch Prince Charles, it takes him FOREVER to get going: what with stumbles and stops, stumbles and starts. Damian is a little the same way. If you are making a recording for the public. Have a script and work through it directly. Stumbles, starts and stops are really annoying to North Americans...We don't talk like this.... This is a presentation and not two blokes in a pub, 5-6 pints down the road...Too much time wif me brover if you get my drift....

@TrevorHeathPhotography

3 жыл бұрын

I think if you have nothing nice to say perhaps say nothing at all? These guys were having a chat about their XK8's - it wasn't a scripted "show" like Oprah or some other crap you Americans perhaps expect! I hate people tearing genuine videos to pieces nitpicking! How dare you accuse Damian of having a speech impediment!!! I think you're bloody rude - and this is New Zealand speak mate!

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Richard. In the politest possible way, wind it in a bit mate. You can take as many pops at me, my pronunciation, style, content and opinions as you like. (and often do) But now and again it bleeds over to others. And thats not OK. This is a hobby not a profession. I think of everybody who contributes to , comments on and takes time to watch the channel as my friend. Speech over. No offence intended by me. How you take it is up to you. John

@richardsmith9509

3 жыл бұрын

I do apologize John, sorry

@richardsmith9509

3 жыл бұрын

@@ToTheGarage Sorry John, I apologize....comment was sent in a totally lighthearted and NOT critical way

@ToTheGarage

3 жыл бұрын

@@richardsmith9509 No problem Richard. Thanks for the gracious reply.