Hi Brian,
Yes,I think for once in my life luck was on my side

.Mine were all stainless even the small allen screws that secure them so I guess that helped.
I'd like to think also that it's a testament to the way the car has been looked after through it's journey to me,It all seems good so far.
I plan on keeping the car so I shall work my way through it ending up with a full paint respray,it's starting to show it's age with the lacquer peel problem on the roof and boot lid but I've seen a lot worse,it will do for a few years yet though.
Thanks for your comments Brian.
Enjoy your Jag.
Andy
