Emil Wojcik
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Thank you. I've wanted an XJ since the owner of the ad agency I worked for in '84 had one. That's why I couldn't pass this one up. I've always loved the style of the Series 3.
Feb 28, 2020,11:34 AM
I've been concerned for years about what direction the laws in the US will take regarding old cars. In fact, when I wanted to put my MGB back on the road in 2008 after many years in storage, I assumed it would no longer pass the New Jersey emissions inspection because of all the engine modifications I had done. So I customized it, making it impractical for everyday driving, figuring I'd just have it registered and insured as a historic vehicle--no inspection required.
Of course a couple years later the inspection laws in New Jersey changed and cars older than 1996 no longer require inspection of any kind because cars pre-1996 don't have the hookup for the new emissions testing equipment. Had I know that was going to happen I would have left it basically stock (except the already rebuilt engine), keeping the stock windscreen, side windows and top. Then it could have been another 'daily' driver rather than just for fun and show.
I don't believe we had the 205 in the US, or at least I've never seen one. These old cars have so much more character than their modern counterparts and yes, you should certainly try to drive yours as much as possible!