Nigel Thorley is a well-regarded motoring historian with a particular interest in the Jaguar marque. Brought up on the marque though Jaguar ownership in his family, Nigel got his first Jaguar at 17, and to date has owned 70 Jaguars, including 16 MkIIs. His knowledge and expertise of these cars is widely recognised, and he has written over twenty titles on the marque, has contributed to TV and radio programmes, and regularly provides talks and seminars on the cars and the company. A founder member and Director of the Jaguar Enthusiast’s Club, Nigel is also Editor of the Club’s prestigious Jaguar Enthusiasts magazine.

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• Introduction - the purpose of this book1 Is it the right car for you? - marriage guidance2 Cost considerations - affordable, or a money pit?3 Living with a Jaguar Mark 1 or 2 - will you get along together?4 Relative values - which model for you?5 Before you view - be well informed6 Inspection equipment - these items will really help7 Fifteen minute evaluation walk away or stay?8 Key points - where to look for problems9 Serious evaluation - 30 minutes for years of enjoyment10 Auctions - sold! Another way to buy your dream11 Paperwork - correct documentation is essential!12 What's it worth? - let your head rule your heart13 Do you really want to restore? - it'll take longer and cost more than you think14 Paint problems - bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles15 Problems due to lack of use - just like their owners, Jaguar Mark 1s & 2s need exercise!16 The Community - key people, organisations and companies in the Jaguar Mark 1 & 2 world17 Vital statistics - essential data at your fingertipsIndex

Nigel Thorley is a well-regarded motoring historian with a particular interest in the Jaguar marque. Brought up on the marque though Jaguar ownership in his family, Nigel got his first Jaguar at 17, and to date has owned 70 Jaguars, including 16 MkIIs. His knowledge and expertise of these cars is widely recognised, and he has written over twenty titles on the marque, has contributed to TV and radio programmes, and regularly provides talks and seminars on the cars and the company. A founder member and Director of the Jaguar Enthusiast’s Club, Nigel is also Editor of the Club’s prestigious Jaguar Enthusiasts magazine.

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• Introduction - the purpose of this book1 Is it the right car for you? - marriage guidance2 Cost considerations - affordable, or a money pit?3 Living with a Jaguar Mark 1 or 2 - will you get along together?4 Relative values - which model for you?5 Before you view - be well informed6 Inspection equipment - these items will really help7 Fifteen minute evaluation walk away or stay?8 Key points - where to look for problems9 Serious evaluation - 30 minutes for years of enjoyment10 Auctions - sold! Another way to buy your dream11 Paperwork - correct documentation is essential!12 What's it worth? - let your head rule your heart13 Do you really want to restore? - it'll take longer and cost more than you think14 Paint problems - bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles15 Problems due to lack of use - just like their owners, Jaguar Mark 1s & 2s need exercise!16 The Community - key people, organisations and companies in the Jaguar Mark 1 & 2 world17 Vital statistics - essential data at your fingertipsIndex

Nigel Thorley is a well-regarded motoring historian with a particular interest in the Jaguar marque. Brought up on the marque though Jaguar ownership in his family, Nigel got his first Jaguar at 17, and to date has owned 70 Jaguars, including 16 MkIIs. His knowledge and expertise of these cars is widely recognised, and he has written over twenty titles on the marque, has contributed to TV and radio programmes, and regularly provides talks and seminars on the cars and the company. A founder member and Director of the Jaguar Enthusiast’s Club, Nigel is also Editor of the Club’s prestigious Jaguar Enthusiasts magazine.

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• Introduction - the purpose of this book1 Is it the right car for you? - marriage guidance2 Cost considerations - affordable, or a money pit?3 Living with a Jaguar Mark 1 or 2 - will you get along together?4 Relative values - which model for you?5 Before you view - be well informed6 Inspection equipment - these items will really help7 Fifteen minute evaluation walk away or stay?8 Key points - where to look for problems9 Serious evaluation - 30 minutes for years of enjoyment10 Auctions - sold! Another way to buy your dream11 Paperwork - correct documentation is essential!12 What's it worth? - let your head rule your heart13 Do you really want to restore? - it'll take longer and cost more than you think14 Paint problems - bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles15 Problems due to lack of use - just like their owners, Jaguar Mark 1s & 2s need exercise!16 The Community - key people, organisations and companies in the Jaguar Mark 1 & 2 world17 Vital statistics - essential data at your fingertipsIndex