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31-10-08, 01:09 PM
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But still, it's problematic for people of more than 1.90 m because of the classic Jaguar roofline. I guess this is why the current XJ is considerably higher - but has lost this special appeal. The optimum for rear seat passengers would probably be a RR Phantom (old or new) or something like that. Regards, Markus |
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31-10-08, 01:24 PM
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31-10-08, 01:42 PM
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Well sure, the S class is fine. And relatively easy to maintain, at least over here in Germany. Spare parts are also readily available and not very expensive.
If I lived in Britain, I probably would have an S class. But I just don't like seeing the same car at every corner. They are just too common here. I think in England, it's probably the other way round - the XJ is common and the S class exclusive. One of my neighbours has a 6.9 in very good condition with all options. But it seems he is not really able or willing to afford the maintenance. He only registered it again last year when it achieved "vintage status" (in Germany you can apply for that for cars older than 30 years, it means taxes are significantly lower then) and even so rarely uses it. Fuel consumption is really high for today's standards. Anyway, I personally prefer the 6.3 because of its classic body shape. The 6.9 is a bit too ostentatious for my taste. Regards, Markus |
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31-10-08, 05:17 PM
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Bristol alternatives.
Markus, i live in Manchester in England and the Mercedes S-class, as well
as other models is a very common car in Manchester. The Jaguar XJ is a rarer car here as it has a bad image, too much of an old mans car i hear and lacks sophistication. I do like the S-class though. Andrew |
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31-10-08, 05:26 PM
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Lacks sophistication?
That's funny. I think the ride in an XJ series X300 is still excellent, concerning the comfort aspect. Certainly better than in an S class up to and including the W126 series. For me, the Double Six was not planned as an everyday transport but then it turned out that it is so much more fun to drive than the E class (current model) that I use it very often, regardless of the fuel consumption which is twice the E class. Although the comparison is a bit unfair, as it is only the E 220. By the way, what is the image of Bristol in Britain, i.e. for people who even heared about the marque? Regards, Markus |
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31-10-08, 05:50 PM
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Bristol alternatives.
When i say sophistication i mean more about the statement the car makes,
rather than the technological capabilities of the car. Sorry, i should have been clearer. I can understand the older man view of the car over here, but i don't agree with the sheep like views to so called style in this country. Jaguars are fine cars and like any other cars, you buy what you prefer. I think many of our nation need to take the image views of a car a little less seriously and just enjoy cars. Andrew |
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31-10-08, 06:37 PM
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Bristol alternatives.
Hi all -
My next project is likely to be a Maserati Quattroporte, series III. Much more common than the Bristol in the US (what isn't?) and "good value", in some semi-insane sense. I'll need to sell my '66 Imperial LeBaron to make room for it, so if anyone would like a decent example of the "best" postwar Imperial, see it at http://teamchicago.com/imperial/ . Full details provided on request, of course. Bob |
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