How to Buy a Classic Jaguar
Start by checking out available research on the history of the company and the difference in classic Jaguars., Check out what classic Jaguars are available locally., Try looking in regional print publications to see additional classic Jaguars in...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Start by checking out available research on the history of the company and the difference in classic Jaguars.
Jaguars are British-assembled, they are now part of the Indian subsidiary company Tata Motors.
The company was founded in 1922 under the name Swallow Sidecar Company.
The name of the company was changed from Swallow Sidecar Company to Jaguar following World War II because of the stigma of the initials SS.
While under the Swallow Sidecar name, the first models were the SS 90 and SS
100.
Their earlier vehicles include 1949's XK 120, which evolved into the XK 140 and XK
150.
Also notable is the XKE from 1961 and 1948's streamlined Mark V and the XK120 sports car from that same year. -
Step 2: Check out what classic Jaguars are available locally.
Browse through the newspaper classified section.
Start with the personal car ads and move on to the dealership ads to begin your search.
Visit the online websites of local dealerships.
Most put their newest inventory in their prints ads, but you can generally find almost the entire stock posted on their online site. , You can typically find the magazines at convenience stores or gas stations located in racks by the door. , Visit the AntiqueCar.com Jaguar listings at http://www.antiquecar.com/index/listings/category784.htm.
Use the site to check out photos, different models, prices and years.
Look at http://www.antiquecarsite.net/Antique-Classic-Cars/Vintage-Jaguars, which is another website to find classic Jaguars.
Search the British site http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/cat//22/ to find your next Jaguar purchase.
Try searching AutoTraderClassics.com as another alternative.
You can set your year range, price range, as well as how far you are willing to travel to locate the right Jaguar for your collection. ,, Make a fair initial offer, but don't be afraid to haggle if price is that large of a concern for you. , Determine if the seller is planning to ship the vehicle to you by truck or by sea, if you will have someone else drive you there to retrieve it, or if you will fly or take a train to that destination and then drive it home. ,,, -
Step 3: Try looking in regional print publications to see additional classic Jaguars in your area.
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Step 4: Return to the web to look nationally or internationally for classic Jaguars.
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Step 5: Visit Kelley Blue Book online or pick up a hard copy publication to research the value of the car or cars that you have narrowed your selection down to.
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Step 6: Contact your seller directly to start price negotiations on the Jaguar.
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Step 7: Discuss how the vehicle will make its way to you.
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Step 8: Settle on the final price for the classic Jaguar
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Step 9: and make the last arrangements with the seller.
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Step 10: Wrap up the transaction
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Step 11: and make sure that all parties involved are satisfied.
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Step 12: Finished.
Detailed Guide
Jaguars are British-assembled, they are now part of the Indian subsidiary company Tata Motors.
The company was founded in 1922 under the name Swallow Sidecar Company.
The name of the company was changed from Swallow Sidecar Company to Jaguar following World War II because of the stigma of the initials SS.
While under the Swallow Sidecar name, the first models were the SS 90 and SS
100.
Their earlier vehicles include 1949's XK 120, which evolved into the XK 140 and XK
150.
Also notable is the XKE from 1961 and 1948's streamlined Mark V and the XK120 sports car from that same year.
Browse through the newspaper classified section.
Start with the personal car ads and move on to the dealership ads to begin your search.
Visit the online websites of local dealerships.
Most put their newest inventory in their prints ads, but you can generally find almost the entire stock posted on their online site. , You can typically find the magazines at convenience stores or gas stations located in racks by the door. , Visit the AntiqueCar.com Jaguar listings at http://www.antiquecar.com/index/listings/category784.htm.
Use the site to check out photos, different models, prices and years.
Look at http://www.antiquecarsite.net/Antique-Classic-Cars/Vintage-Jaguars, which is another website to find classic Jaguars.
Search the British site http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/cat//22/ to find your next Jaguar purchase.
Try searching AutoTraderClassics.com as another alternative.
You can set your year range, price range, as well as how far you are willing to travel to locate the right Jaguar for your collection. ,, Make a fair initial offer, but don't be afraid to haggle if price is that large of a concern for you. , Determine if the seller is planning to ship the vehicle to you by truck or by sea, if you will have someone else drive you there to retrieve it, or if you will fly or take a train to that destination and then drive it home. ,,,
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