1997 XK8 convertible headlining

[AC999]

Hi All,

I’m new to the group and to Jaguar ownership.. I’ve recently bought a 1997 Jaguar XK8 convertible with a few bits that need doing. 
Thanks to the information on this forum I’ve just replaced a leaking roof lifting ram and got the hood working again.

Unfortunately, it has had some mice in it whilst it’s been stored over recent months by the previous owner who have had a good munch on the headlining.. thankfully, they haven’t touched the actual hood and, having had the back seats etc out today, it doesn’t look like they’ve got to any wiring at all.

I am in need of a new headlining and I’d like to do the A posts and bit above the windscreen at the same time, I also need a tonneau cover as it’s been lost.

Ive looked through the chats on here but haven’t been able to find any recommendations for the headliners or tonneau that have come to anything.

Any suggestions would be gratefully received!

[N6 JMX]

Hi Andy, given that the headlining of a convertible is not affixed to a board, but more akin to a tent, it might be possible to have a decent upholsterer make you a new headlining using the old one as a template. You could then make it in Alcantara or other exotic material as you desire. 

For the A-pillars and top rail, there was an article in the March 2021 issue of the JEC magazine regarding recovering these with a faux leather purchased from eBay. If you don't have access to the back copies of the magazine - they are available online digitally for JEC members - drop me a PM with your email address and I will see if I can forward you a copy.

N6 JMX