Automotive: New Release Overview
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Automotive: New Release Overview

By cazalea · Nov 27, 2024 · 22 replies
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Cazalea's original post captures the palpable anticipation surrounding Jaguar's future models, sparking a lively discussion among enthusiasts. This article delves into the community's perspective on Jaguar's brand perception, historical value, and the challenges facing its future, particularly concerning service and the transition to electric vehicles. Cazalea's initial images beautifully set the stage for a deeper exploration of the marque's enduring appeal and its uncertain path forward.

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KM
KMII
Nov 27, 2024

No Jaguar car launch in history seems to have generated so much excitement and engagement as this one. No publicity is bad publicity? 😊🤷🏻‍♂️

CA
cazalea
Nov 27, 2024

But who’s going to service them when the dealers have all gone?

KM
KMII
Nov 27, 2024

The issue being exactly the one you mentioned. Even with conventional dealers the perception has long been that you need two, one for driving, one for spares. And while the Ford era significantly changed motives the reality it seemingly didn’t do enough to change the perception. Some years ago drivable and road registered XJ12s went for around €1k. In the meantime the worst ones are probably dead and you have to pay more for them but they have always tried to punch above their weight and the bra

TI
Tim Jackson
Nov 29, 2024

VDP from ‘02 courtesy of a good friend, Cazalea. Not excited for EV, but I suppose it’s inevitable that they will be “required”… Cheers, Tim

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