I Bought A Cheap Jaguar XK8, Blind, From A UK Car Auction!

[@donanderson]

Tha window drops when the door is open to allow it to clear the rubber seal. If the battery has been disconnected it needs reprogramming before it will go back up on its own accord. To do this hold the window all the way down and wait for a click, then all the way up, again wait for a click. Job done.

[@samuelgontz2091]

Just got a 99 and was wondering about that?I thought it was because it was 25 yrs. old and over used?geewhiz really nice to see your informative post on that detail...

[@youtubewatcher8502]

Wow, I’m the one who actually brought it !!! Drove all the way back to Bournemouth in pouring rain in under 2 hours and the car was perfect. Yes some tlc needed but it wouldn’t be fun if it didn’t need some work. So weird to own a famous car now 😆 Tell Sophie thank you for the lift and hope she didn’t find it weird I didn’t even take it for a test drive. Easiest sale ever 😅.

[@711honved]

You've bought yourself one of the most beautiful looking cars on the road, a real head turner. I own a 2004, XK8 4.2 in midnight black & the drive is just sensational. When you floor that thing to 'kick down', listen to the Jaguar roar! Happy motoring, you've got a classic!

[@ShiftingMetal]

Awesome, I hope you're really happy with it. I was toying with keeping with it as I couldn't find another similar for less than £7k! I will let Sophie know!

[@bugattieb110ss]

it's 'bought' NOT 'brought'...!

[@IanHaywardCalvados]

@@bugattieb110ss Not in Dorset sport

[@lucasg2895]

@@IanHaywardCalvados low IQ pool because of inbreeding?

[@chrisaris8756]

They’re great cars - the V8 is pretty bullet proof. And they are starting to appreciate in value in good nick. Worth doing up now as Jaguar have basically stopped making cars.

[@chrispenn715]

Seems a decent old car - although it will always be one bill away from scrap at that value. Still - a cheap way to get into classic Jaguars.

[@Medge2sc]

Man after my own heart… flat tyre… exhaust flow… mould … but ooo… power aerial!!

[@ShiftingMetal]

😂

[@PaulButterfield-bt3rk]

I am 55 with no license and never driven a car in my life. But i recently came across this channel and i love it. No idea why.

[@ShiftingMetal]

Brilliant, thanks for watching!

[@ryanmcswiggan4890]

The handbrake is supposed to be down, that's how they are designed. Would explain why it didn't seem to be pulling. Also I suspect the cat down pipe will be rusted through. Had the same issue. Welded up just fine. I think you have a good find there, just needs a bit of tlc

[@johnbrown3471]

Was a failed timing chain tensioner on one I had 25 years ago, (2 yr old convertible) misfired on tickover. at 4 years old, £400 to fix. Power steering leaked too. Loved it, kept it for 8 years.

[@ShiftingMetal]

Doesn’t sound too bad but maybe not 25 years ago!

[@TheWalrus-c2l]

@@ShiftingMetal 2004 with the 4.2 is past the timing chain issues of the earlier engines and the nikasil bore problems etc. Fabulous engine, done many miles with a 4.2 supercharged - faultless.

[@johnbrown3471]

@@ShiftingMetal Same price as a fortnights holiday in Mallorca, Jaguar wanted £2k. I kept it for 8 years and didn't spend another penny on repairs, so pretty cheap in the long run. Loved that car. Same colour combo but soft top.

[@parasinthephilippines]

I own and run a 2004 XKR in California Red out here in Dubai. I still get people posing and taking pictures of it all the time. Need to change battery once a year as the heat kills them out here. Thats why no EV's sell out here.

[@giffgaffnettwork5626]

How much a gallon is petrol in Dubai?

[@Camrocok]

Fly off handbrake is meant to be like that. Remote locking probably just needs the PBC in key fob cleaner where rubber touches it

[@diarmuidlucey7482]

That Jag was used as a TV set car and used on sets such as Emmerdale & Hollyoaks

[@ShiftingMetal]

Really? How’d you know that?

[@JustAlanJohn]

@@ShiftingMetal Might be fan of Emmerdale & Hollyoaks. 🤔

[@ckm-mkc]

@@JustAlanJohn Or someone looked up the plate? Maybe there is a fan site that tracks that sort of thing....

[@Gav67]

Oscars garage look at tv cars

[@ralfsjekabsons7954]

If it would be why has it done so much miles?

[@willblad4656]

Hi Joe, really enjoy your videos. Very entertaining! I'm local to you, Bridgwater (yes, I'm outraged at Toby's spelling). I work with Kim at AIP Welding Supplies in Colley Lane. I mentioned I had seen your videos and he said 'Oh, I know Joe, he's a great guy!' If you need any welding supplies give us a shout. The Jag cleaned up well! I'm glad you gave it a chance. Keep up the good work! 😁

[@ShiftingMetal]

That’s cool, Kim taught me to tig weld! Thanks, I do need to swing in and check out the new shop!

[@dan44zzt231]

Looks pretty nice, and not rotten underneath which is the main thing. Be a good car for someone to smarten up and do some weekend tinkering.

[@derekstocker6661]

Well done on the buy, and the sale! Fabulous car and a future classic. You don't need music in a car like that, the sound of the engine is fabulous! Another great report and subbed today.

[@lib556]

A fantastic deal. I am the proud owner of a 2003 XKR and love it. Yours is not a 2004 as you state in the video. Round about 2002 the triple dials in the centre of the dash were replaced with a nav screen. You didn't mention any minor electrical issues which means you are either extremely lucky or haven't bothered to check all functions yet. With mine the driver's seat electric headrest does not work. The 6 CD changer also stopped working after I owned the car for about 3 yrs. When you look into these matters, they are very common with the X 100 model. The headrest is apparently fairly easy to fix but I just can't be bothered. The X 100 is from an era of better reliability. Beautiful cars.

[@wafty6435]

I would love one of these... Beautiful design!

[@lazaro.hazlotumismo.micoch5429]

Hola, yo tengo un 4.0 del 2001. Tuve ese mismo fallo (misfire), después de muchas revisiones eléctricas y cambio de bujías y bobinas. Era de la cadena de distribución, mi coche monta los tensores de segunda generación, carcasa de plástico, y los tensores superiores suelen partirse. Le compré los tensores de tercera generación, se supone que los que lleva tu coche. Los cambiaron y misfire solucionado. La cadena se había destensado, pero no sonaba, solo que por el sistema de autoprotección de Jaguar, el motor funcionaba con la mitad de cilindros y vibraba un poco.

[@paulabadjian4209]

It's a fly off handbrake, to keep it down out of the way, even when it's on. So to disengage it, push the button, and pull it up, and then lower it, and that disengages it. 4.2 XK8 would normally do 0-60 in about 6 seconds....so fairly quick for 20 years ago.

[@saqibbashir6511]

solid purchase tbf !! great content dude maybe a full resto is on the cards soon :)

[@davidsewell3745]

Tax is same as my 07 Hyundai Coupe auto lol, lovely jaaag there joe done well there, one of the best looking cars made

[@kyle6428]

If the jag isn't sold by now on mine the key fobs didn't work, take the fob apart and clean all the contacts on the circuit board for the battery and the buttons etc with a earbud and contact cleaner. Mine works fine after that, was full of crud. If you didn't try that already

[@TheWalrus-c2l]

The contacts on the inside of the rubber pad wear, it's an easy replace.

[@CarlosFandango1975]

You’ll have the Bridgwater lads kicking off spelling it Bridgewater

[@ShiftingMetal]

That was Toby, bless him, he’s not local! 😂

[@johnhunt8610]

This is what happens when I comment to Joe before watching the entire video lol. That hole in the exhaust was quite a hole indeed. Poor Toby looking like a thug at the petrol station was quite funny 😆. Good video Joe and the boys. Keep it up.

[@curtisj2165]

That is a lot of car for relatively little money. A nice gentleman's weekend cruiser

[@SBOReeves]

Great video. I have a very similar car and had to laugh when you unlocked the door with the key - I was counting down until the alarm started to go off. I also suspect you may have driven home with the handbrake on as it's designed to fall to the floor after application, just as the XJ-S's one did. A 'Jag' man would have known that, but I certainly don't hold that against you😆 Rust around the Cat Converters is also to be expected. I notice that the headlining is beginning its inevitable journey south as they all do after about 20 years. The central locking is likely to be a coupe of things - either the car has 'forgotten' the association with the fob - there's a video on KZbin about re-associating the fobs (you have to do both at the same time) - it's a case of turning the ignition on and flashing the headlights. If the range of the fob is very short then this is a known issue with the central locking ECU, and can be fixed - the aerial is in the rear window so try holding the fob near the back of the car and see if it works. These are absolutely fabulous cars to own and shouldn't feel slow - I suspect having the handbrake on didn't help in this respect. Certainly once they're over about 50 MPH they come alive.

[@wayinfront1]

Had never heard of BCA Auctions. They've got a place near me too, down south. I see that you have to be in the motor trade to buy a car from them though.

[@Agentsmith2684]

WD40 on the ignition barrel, there’s a flap where the key goes in, it registers the key being present via a contact and jams up with grime. Might solve the locking and programming issues 🤞

[@larryrichmond8929]

you got lucky, that's how it goes. just taken my 2010 1.6 TDI for NCT. Failed, one headlight too high. so 25 euro fix and 28 euro retest, so more time off work. That's what it takes to keep motoring.

[@dangosypethau]

What a beauty. Long may she waft along.

[@Barbarapape]

I think you did OK with it selling for £3600. It clearly requires a bit of tlc to the body work and central locking after that it should give someone a lot of pleasure. From experience of owning two Xj's when they are running correctly they give you a level opulence that few other cars can match, but you need deep pockets to maintain them. Jaguar experts don't do cheap repairs.

[@jackthewisedog5171]

I have owned two XJs and I agree they are a fantastic car but flip me they can cause you problems . . . . but we still buy them. I reckon it's some sort of condition we suffer from

[@Barbarapape]

@@jackthewisedog5171 There is no cure for it, but someone has to cherish these cars. Jaguar have just made their last ICE car, so the better samples of the older and better models will be well worth preserving.

[@liverpoolscottish6430]

The reason it wasn’t quick was because you left the handbrake ON! There is a knack to using the handbrake. They ARE quick 6.4 seconds to 60 is still quick. They are generally very reliable cars too.

[@superchargedxjr]

Having had XJs...V12s, Straight 6 (xjr), V8s (n/a & xjr) I would comment that your XK8 should pull like a train. In my experience, they all need regular use and almost constant maintenance. Clean the throttle-body meticulously, change the MAF, ensure no leaks (however small) in the plastic air box & inlet trunking. Get the engine blasted with "walnut shells", install a K & N air filter, and finally put in 30 quid of Shell 99 or Tesco Millennium (99) and I promise you, she will pull just like an average XKR!

[@EDniceguy]

The handbrake has a querky setup. I used to own one and to release it you hand to do it a certain way. It's in the handbook

[@TheWalrus-c2l]

They do go quicker with the handbrake off by the way. If there's no tension on the lever, it's on! Flyoff handbrake so you don't denut yourself getting out.

[@ShiftingMetal]

😂 figured that out in the end!

[@stephendavies6080]

After 5 mins I thought that jag going to end up in the farm👍

[@Taketimeout3]

Love your relaxed style. I might even buy a car off you! Subbed!

[@davehollingsworth5876]

Love to know what has been spent on it over the years much as I love Jags

[@andywrollo2915]

Beautiful car. Future classic like e type. Wish i had the room and the money. ❤

[@JelloTypeR]

Did it come with a pack of Wethers Originals that old jags must be optioned with?

[@Frog-t9z]

Very lucky Joe nice car and you sold it for a good price but it shows being carefull is not always the best lol be reckless once in a while and it sometimes just pays off !!

[@chrisaris8756]

0-60 was just under 7 seconds with about 300 bhp. Not bad for 20 years old. If you want performance buy an XKR supercharged.

[@richardsutton01]

The handbrake handle is always fully down so that doesn't help you determine whether it's actually on or not. I've had mine for 25 years and it often gets an advisory because the tester doesn't know how to engage or disengage the handbrake. I then have to sit around whilst they issue a new certificate. Richard

[@johnmcmahon4364]

Wow you bought a bargain what a nice car and a bargain for the next keeper

[@bluefish2303]

The dent is part of the patina on a 20 year old vehicle. Less dents on it than my 10 year old VW LOL.

[@Seansaundersdecorating]

Your valetings clearly better than your decorating 😂👏👏👏👏👏👍 nice motor

[@ShiftingMetal]

😂😂

[@445fhn]

If it was an engine misfire, it would, most likely, fail an MOT, due to emissions.

[@martinphillips9686]

Yes it would fail an mot if it had a misfire due to the emissions

[@dan44zzt231]

They probably filled the hole in the exhaust with repair putty to get it through the MOT then it fell it again causing the same leak

[@michaelthompson6885]

Watch out Matt Joe is coming!!! with content like this it wont be too long.

[@ShiftingMetal]

Haha, thanks. I don’t think he has much to worry about, he’s far more refined and knowledgeable than I’ll ever be! 😂

[@volt8684]

@@ShiftingMetaldon’t do urself down. Different channels enjoy both but imo uve overtaken in interest and style and fun

[@Afraz_9n3]

Haha I was actually thinking about Matt when Joe said it will need a good buff😂 luckily for Joe though he didn't massively overspend🤷🏽‍♂️

[@daleclarke977]

Was looking forward to see the clean and repair 😊 oh well.

[@DANIELGT500]

those black foamy bits are the result of using an aircon bomb at some point I believe - they degrade from it and dislodge from the inner workings of the air vent system

[@jburnash]

Nice! A realistic but interesting flip! Result!

[@jonny5682]

Just got my s type jaguar threw its mot keep her on the road another year done alot to keep her on the road but a great car to drive

[@Smashmouth-lx4vv]

Been in the market for an XKR for a few months now. Soon as I saw the headline on this my immediate thought was -it'll be rotten underneath so mildly surprised to see it wasn't.

[@1maico1]

The seller could have got more putting it into a classic car mag or auction rather than a general sale at BCA.

[@mattdonaghue4375]

You should start a classic section of cars mate

[@steve0680657]

Handbrake slack suggest rear calipers are sticking on.

[@ShiftingMetal]

I was just being dumb and didn’t realise it dropped down when latched so you can still get in and out of the car!

[@MrDominicharrison]

Love videos like this, big risks ‘cud be a head gasket!’ 🤣🤣🤣

[@AndyK.1]

You need to press remote buttons 5 times during programming.

[@blackdogchris]

Good call..nice touch.

[@KarmaCorner]

Going once, going twice, going third time..Sold!!! To the man in the tweed jacket, smoking a pipe👍 that has a wiff of pee about him😂👍

[@ShiftingMetal]

😂

[@pokemonpackmasters]

Joe goes pick up a car Forgot the trade plate toby lol

[@ShiftingMetal]

😂

[@kenhawkins5469]

If i wasn't 1/2 blind i would love to own it. Kenny

[@c11yan]

The 4.2 was a much improved unit over the 4.0 - was surprised it could have a misfire issue as they are solid.

[@philipmarshall-cox2664]

Misfire; handbrake; radio! Self healing as in Christine! Sell immediately before she possesses your soul.... Too late, she has you!😂

[@AndyK.1]

They have a special handbrake. Fly off handbrake. So it can be On, but down. Another car does this.

[@ShiftingMetal]

Yes I realised afterward, makes total sense!

[@scotty6346]

These are based on the 1970's XJS platform and seriously rust for a living, Timing chain and zf auto box clunking issues as well. Avoid! I should know as i previously owned one!

[@jaidank]

Timing chain (tensioners, actually) less of an issue with later 4.2 engines.

[@billdornan4379]

Kindest regards! Sunshine Coast,BC 🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@mrlister2000]

If it's been to Tom Lenthall's then it'll be good to go.

[@garymorris801]

What a nice old jag

[@DaveJudd]

Nice car, I bet you could part it out and get 4k.

[@jonbee3596]

Glad you own the place or your gaffer would be testing your urine. Hopefully I’m chatting kaka . Good luck to you.

[@alandavies2122]

Nice to save a classic jag

[@tonyford7987]

That would sell easily if someone from Jaguar breakfast club on Facebook got wind of it!

[@kevincuckow]

Fabulous car.

[@paulmoore6345]

Lovely car to waft around in

[@chrisbyrne7625]

Deffo fix it! Could be a great money maker.

[@Graham-rc1cp]

It’s a fly off handbrake, they always feel as if they’re off even when they’re on…

[@ShiftingMetal]

Yeah, I worked it out in the end!

[@biroldjoshan3745]

Lovely xk8

[@nicholasturner4552]

Hi Joe i prefer the walk around Videos more been s Subscriber from Day one

[@leslieparish3783]

Did it have a miss fire before mot our did someone do something to get it through the mot

[@davidives7204]

Beautiful automobile ❤

[@MrDyersy]

would it not be cost effective to check every car before bidding?

[@33rorynoah]

My advice mate. Never buy a car blind. Next time borrow a guide dog cos they're pretty good a sniffing out a bargain.

[@laurencehastings7473]

Yes a real testament to pandering your car. Bought for 7G in 2020 sold for 1.5G four years later and probably spent a bit of money on it in between, so with running costs and maintenance someone has said goodbye to 10G over 4 years or around 200 good old British pounds per month for something that stands around most of it's life not being used. Having said that I think the new owner got quite a nice car at a reasonable price. Yes you made money on it but you deserve it. You took the risks, did the necessary to get it reasonable and of course your company carries warranty liability.

[@OleGitRule]

Cheap classic for someone - and sold for a decent amount

[@memorialgardens1664]

Good job 👍💯

[@brianmckenna3440]

Great video

[@roystonvehicles9129]

Looks great

[@AndyK.1]

Hands free telephone!

[@peterk4134]

InUSA this could be a $8000 car

[@andrewdilworth9180]

I would love this car

[@adebrade172]

Everyone loves a jagggg

[@red9zero]

Send it to Swallows !

[@twes5563]

Could of gave it a clean around the handbrake ffs 😮

[@MichaelNeiland]

Very lucky

[@chrisdavidson9431]

How did it pass its last MOT with a hole in the exhaust like that ?

[@ShiftingMetal]

Looks like they stuffed it with putty which no doubt blew out again!

[@markwilson9061]

Looking at the backseat of this JAAAGGGGG reminded me of the Top Gear episode when each of the three idiots performed a seat swab on their luxury cruisers to determine what the stains were; have you thought about paying tribute to this episode? 😂

[@stevo184]

The roof lining looks like it's going through a divorce with the roof.

[@ShiftingMetal]

Really, I thought it looked great for one of these!

[@ShiftingMetal]

Really, I thought it looked great for one of these!

[@paulconey252]

Is this guy a young james wade

[@sukhdeepvirdi2501]

Great series thank you for your mistakes 😂

[@SBanderaB]

Without remote central locking it would be like going back to the 1980s...... there is no way any decent dealer would not get this fixed on such a car unless it was going to cost you an arm and a leg ....... I wouldn't touch it sorry..... sort the remote locking and the dent ask for £1000 more.....that would be a better deal for the customer I think.

[@ShiftingMetal]

Retail is £7000, I sold it for £3600 so I think they got a pretty good deal