The most common problem is that the catch on fire. Look real close around the
harness under the bonnet, and see if you see any fresh paint, or singed areas. I
looked at one around here, and was told to beware of them. Once they have caught
on fire, they lose their resale value.
Brad
Frank Clarici wrote:
> Does anybody know what a nice looking 85 Jaguar XJ 12 is worth?
> I have a chance to pick one up for a few thou. It needs some electric
> work, (so what else is new on a Jag?) But it looks real nice, no rust.
> I would just buy it to flip for a christian profit.
> Or if any of you want a real headache Brit car, Let me know.
> The owner wants 3k for it as is. It's a 2 door V-12 job.
> I never even looked under the bonnet of one of these but it's just a big
> Sprite in real life with a few extra goodies to go wrong.
> If it's worth 5-6 grand, I'll buy it, if it's worth 2-3, I'll let it be.
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> 5 British cars on the road
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