Not road registered yet (needs an IVA test like a kit car due to the shell modifications) but I imagine that it'll drive ok. In torsion (twist) it's stiffer than my MX5 (twist under self-weight between jacking points approx 4 mm, vs the MX5's 6 mm) and there's no problem with the doors whether...
Cheers Waynne :-)
I've dropped you a message via the 'Contact Us' form. If it's garbled, drop me a line at marko@cosic.org.uk and I'll resend as an email.
Photos were included. Recognise the motor? ;-)
Flog it and pick up an X350 4.2 nasp instead. Slightly down on power, but because it it much lighter (150kg or so) with better aero and a slightly less stupid autobox it's as quick in everyday driving. Mid 30s mpg on the motorway too.
A little quiet in the Jaguar Forum, eh?
I thought I'd share a few shots of the latest project to fill the garage. John F Kennedy meets John Prescott... ;)
One unsuspecting extra long wheelbase 4.0 XJ8: :amazed:
Some troublemakers: :blink:
Nearly there! :)...
Nothing exciting. It's a poverty spec version and I've retrofitted audio and cruise controls.
Oh and a tow-bar......reaches for anorak, flat cap and pipe.