X308 dash facia

[mickrick]

Can somebody tell me which wood grain this veneer is please.
I'm thinking walnut?

[mickrick]

[Orcadian]

Colours on screens can be deceptive but it looks exactly like my Daimler SV8 and is Burr Walnut.

Ian

[davejf]

Yes indeed as has already been said, this is burr walnut. I work for a company that makes parts like this everyday and used to work at the factory that would have made those parts originally.

[mickrick]

That's wonderful, thank you Gents!
I just bought this set for my X308 XJR. Not keen on the original baby poo brown stuff...
Besides the stuff that's in is in bad shape, and I couldn't find a matching center section after I took out a botched in sat nav.
Thanks again, just missing the gear knob, so now I know I need a burr walnut one

[P700DEE]

The gearknob fitted doesn't match the veneer for either the X308 XJ or the X100 XK8/R if you wanted originality. Fit a nice after market one that matches the originals are not great

[mickrick]

P700DEE said:

The gearknob fitted doesn't match the veneer for either the X308 XJ or the X100 XK8/R if you wanted originality. Fit a nice after market one that matches the originals are not great

Neither does the steering wheel, I've noticed.

[mickrick]

I just ordered one of this Gentleman. One with the "R" Logo. Pricey, but lovely
https://britishautowood.com/wood-shift-knobs

Edited by mickrick on Wednesday 12th June 15:45

[Zippyworld]

Yes, agree that is quite smart. Think I will opt for one too.