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 My new XF 3.0Ds prem lux arrived at my local dealer today, popped along to have a quick scan and ensure it was OK and am picking her up on Friday pm.

 

If I didn't work nights, there would be a couple of sleepless nights ahead, but as I do, best to stay awake. :D

 

Will add some more pics over the weekend (after I finish showing her off and playing with her of course)

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Hi Stewart,

 

Welcome to the forum and Jag ownership, is this your first?  That is one good looking Cat, what colour is that?

 

Regards,

Dave

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Dave

 

Yes this will be my first, the colour is listed as "Emerald Fire", which I believe was discontinued by Jaguar in 2010, a rare mistake in my opinion.

 

The pearlescent effect in sunlight is almost that of a flip top paint, truly beautiful.

 

We will be spending the weekend thinking of a suitable moniker for the naming ceremony.

 

Green Goddess and Green Hornet have already been dismissed, we try to find a name both suitable for the car and having some significance to either the history of the marque, or manufacturer, or date of purchase.

 

Previous examples

 

Triumph Spitfire = "Stanley", in recognition of Stanley Markland who saw the original "Bomb" project under a tarpaulin and gave the Ok to start production of the Spitfire.

 

Saab 93 - "Poppy", simply because we bought her on remembrance Sunday.

 

However, the wife has decreed that the cat will be a female, so searching names of historical meaning and suitable to it's looks has so far not been to easy!!!!, and I just don't fancy "May"

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Hi Stewart,

 

Emerald Fire, outstanding colour makes the car look stunning.  I think you'll have to post a few more photos.

 

How do you find the ride with the alloys, are they 19"?

 

Best regards,

Dave

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alloys are 20 inch Senta's, to be honest i'm not a massive fan of ultra low profile tyres, but Jaguars suspension and soundproofing make them surprisingly pleasant (given so far only 50 miles covered on a commute).

 

Guess I'll really find out when we motor down to Cornwall soon, or possibly the Heritage meet sooner if we can get up there.

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