600 - Mile Auction Challenge Part 2. Will the Jaguar XK8 make it?

In Part One, we revealed the car we'd purchased for Elton's trip from Suffolk to North Wales. Missed that episode? It's here - • 600 - Mile Auction Cha...
In this episode, the 1996 Jaguar XK8 sets off on its 600+ mile round trip. Will it make it? What's it like to drive? How on earth does a large man get in and out of it? Find out here!
*NEWSFLASH*
The window 'problem' was a simple fix. They just needed resetting, by pushing the button all the way down, holding it for a few seconds, and then all the way up again!
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[@danielball7595]

Another great video Elton and Claire, well done. Jaguar XK8 is a lovely looking car. Anglesey looks idyllic, I can't remember if I've ever been there or not. Also your rear view mirror should tint at night when headlights come up behind you to stop dazzle. My Mondeo ST220 has a similar type mirror. That Capri 280 in the Anglesey classic car place has an aftermarket body kit on it I've never seen on a 280 before. I'm looking forward to seeing your upcoming barn find video. As I've seen ACAs first video on that holygrail of barn finds. 👍

[@jontaylor1652]

This is a great channel, I'm glad I've found it.

[@UKBarnFinds]

Glad you’re enjoying it! Welcome aboard.

[@michaelhawkins1173]

Well done with your donations a really worthwhile thing to do.

[@UKBarnFinds]

Thank you.

[@michaelhawkins1173]

@@UKBarnFinds And I enjoyed your take on the XK8 by the way. Cheers

[@DaveJudd]

Elton, Hold the button on window in up position till it beeps or ticks and the window will reset to factory position.

[@UKBarnFinds]

Thank you. I did manage to sort this after I was back home, but that's what I had to do. If memory serves me right, it's "up until you hear a click, then down and the same". Claire and I drove this car down to Goodwood this year. It's such a nice thing to drive.

[@jagvette1]

It's a car NOT a restaurant, food and drink should not be consumed in a car, DRIVE don't be messing around in the arm rest or you WILL have a accident. IF you press the 'S' that's sport mode it goes quicker. There is not a problem with the windows it is a problem with the person who doesn't know the car, you can give the XK8 a bad rap because you do not know how the vehicle works. We all know the noise in the car was you farting.

[@UKBarnFinds]

The video description contains the following paragraph: *NEWSFLASH* The window 'problem' was a simple fix. They just needed resetting, by pushing the button all the way down, holding it for a few seconds, and then all the way up again! The whole idea of this video was that I knew nothing about the car and picked bits up along the way, the window issue being a prime example. I bought the XK8 and drove 600-miles for that very purpose. It was actually one of the mechanics at Anglesey Classic Cars who suggested that it may be as simple as a reset. And, trust me, if I did a fart that loud, I'd claim it, not hide it 😂 Thanks for watching.

[@flippingcarsrepairs]

Just subbed great channel 👍👍👍

[@Aardvarkdk1]

You're bumping in to nice people, because you are a very nice and gentle person. Keep up the good videos, and greetings to your sidekick :)

[@UKBarnFinds]

What a lovely thing to say. Thank you. Hope you have a great weekend 😀

[@Aardvarkdk1]

@@UKBarnFinds You guys too. Keep up the interesting videos :)

[@minimeee04]

There aren't any classic cars for sale at that garage you when to weirdly. Enjoyed the review of the Jag though.

[@SportsandGT]

That formation of three C-130 Hercules was their last day of RAF service farewell flight around the UK 👍🏻

[@UKBarnFinds]

Blimey. That’s made the trip even more special. Thank you.

[@RGMGDA]

Nice Car ! 😊 Great Video !

[@UKBarnFinds]

Thank you! 👍

[@trigsretromotors]

Your mate getting in and out of the Jag reminds me of watching my dad getting in and out this MG Midget, very amusing!

[@UKBarnFinds]

He’s such a good bloke, Midge is. One of those people who makes me laugh just by being himself.

[@Aardvarkdk1]

Actually looked like my dad once, getting in and out my Porsche 924...I couldn't stop laughing...and now I am 53...I would look the same...

[@Old-Reg]

Think your Jag must be a bit broken mate or perhaps you have a can of something stuck under the accelerator pedal

[@stevemasonofficial]

8 minutes in and not one positive comment. What a strange review. You should learn a bit about how these cars work. The transmission for example is “intelligent” , learns how you drive and the gearbox responds depending how you use the accelerator. Perhaps the previous owner was very gentle, so the cars becomes quite passive. If you regularly punch the throttle it becomes quite different. Also try Sport mode, it holds the gears longer. Or you could learn to use the J gate and hold the gears as long as you want. These are fabulous, beautiful cars.

[@UKBarnFinds]

It’s not a review. As you’ll see, this is Part 2. The whole idea, as explained in Part 1, is that I bought a car I knew nothing about at an auction and drove straight to North Wales in it from Suffolk, getting to know it along the way (and back). Thanks for the additional info; we’ve had the car a few months now and love it. I even chose it to go to the Goodwood Revival recently 👍🏻

[@terrybarton8388]

What sort of MPG were you getting on that run?

[@UKBarnFinds]

Just over 30mpg, which was pleasing. Mind you, I drove it like the old man I am 😀

[@kevanwillis4571]

​@UKBarnFinds Apparently, I drive like a 'Doris'. I'm not sure it's a compliment.😅

[@Bill_9797]

Moan moan moan ….

[@UKBarnFinds]

Try watching the video before you comment. I love this car.