Someone talk some sense into me please.

Someone talk some sense into me please.

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silverback mike

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11,290 posts

254 months

Thursday 8th January 2004
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I need someone to bang me head with something heavy and solid.

I am thinking of getting rid of the XJ8 sport for an earlier XJR.

The XJ8 is faultless. But it needs more uumph.

If this is a bad idea please let me know, as I am more than happy to keep it, heaven knows I have whittered on about an XJR for long enough.

What sort of XJR Would I get for the XJ8, and what is it worth?

I know I am getting a bit boring now, and sorry for that, but I do not want to go down the M3 route, which is always a nag in the back of my mind.

silverback mike

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11,290 posts

254 months

Thursday 8th January 2004
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Had to pick myself up off the floor after reading that I Love my V8 bit.

silverback mike

Original Poster:

11,290 posts

254 months

Friday 9th January 2004
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I'll stick another one on top, make it a V9.

silverback mike

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254 months

Friday 9th January 2004
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You're absolutely right Pete, It would be chopped in for as you say, medium mileage XJR-6. I don't particularly want to spend much more.

But then again, if it goes wrong then it drops me in the mire completely. Seeing as I still have a decent warranty with mine then I would be a bit daft.

Test drive time I think, this will settle my curiosity!

silverback mike

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11,290 posts

254 months

Saturday 10th January 2004
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Thank you Gavin.
Isn't my suspension similar to the XJR anyway? (Sport variety of x308)
The suspension is marvellous on mine, and it corners very well.
I note your comments about the improved bits and bobs though.
Appreciate your views, thanks.
Mike.



>> Edited by silverback mike on Saturday 10th January 18:25

>> Edited by silverback mike on Saturday 10th January 19:25

silverback mike

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Wednesday 14th January 2004
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FourWheelDrift said:
Looks like you've made up your mind Mike if the PH frontpage and the classifieds are anything to go by.

What is the decision?


Not sure yet fourwheel.
The Jag is great, but doesn't have enough poke for me really.
If it doesnt go then I won't be too worried, but I may move it on in the fullness of time.
I do fancy a supercharger though.

silverback mike

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Saturday 17th January 2004
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Sold it Mike.
Put it on ebay and it sold within a day for £7000.
Can't complain really.
I'm going for a BMW 325 tds and saving for a TVR for a mood lifting vehicle!