1967 Daimler 250 V8

Highlights

Manual transmission
Original interior
Some spare parts included

The Appeal

Closely related to Jaguar’s Mark II, the Daimler 2½ litre V8 takes that successful fast executive saloon and treats it to a V8 engine, making it something quite special. Externally one of the few differences is the fluted radiator grille, a long standing feature of Daimlers, harking back to the early days of motoring when Daimlers featured extra cooling fins atop their radiators.

This particular V8 appears to be largely original, with an interior which requires work but remains pleasingly undisturbed. The sumptuous leather seats look like they may be revivable and the veneered dashboard is untouched.

The car comes with spare parts, including a pair of S.U. carburettors, a bonnet and some carpet pieces, which will help with its restoration. In all, it appears to be a relatively undoubting project which deserves to be undertaken.

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The History and Paperwork

First registered 13th September 1967
Daimler 2.5 Litre V8 and 250 Saloon Service Manual
Road Tax and MOT exempt
The car comes with a selection of spare parts
Chassis number 1A13346BN

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The Interior

Beautifully original interior
Generously proportioned front seats
Richly patinated leather, which is likely to be original to the car
Walnut dashboard, with excellent grain patterns
Static front seat belts fitted
The leather would benefit from a clean
The carpets are stained throughout
Door cards appear clean and tidy
The dashboard veneer is cracked in place and the lacquer is damaged, but it appears to be restorable
Period radio still fitted
Full set of gauges and switches
Wood-rimmed steering wheel
The headlining is stained but appears securely fitted
Spacious boot to the rear
Some of the boot lining is missing
Some spare carpets are included

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The Exterior

Sleek saloon styling
Daimler fluted grille
The body panels look generally straight, with good shut lines
Metallic paint
The paintwork is worn, chipped and flaking in places
There is a little bubbling along the lower edges of the doors
Scratches and damaged areas throughout
The chrome all appears to be present and correct, but pitted throughout
Bumpers free from dents and damage
Bonnet louvres taped shut to protect the engine bay
Underneath, the body looks to be in good condition from what we could see
There is surface corrosion throughout
The wire wheels look good, with a few spots of corrosion
Matching set of four Bridgestone tyres
Spare bonnet included
Rear wheel arch spats included but not fitted

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The Mechanics

2,548cc V8 engine
Manual transmission
Four-speed manual transmission
The engine bay appears fairly original
Downdraught carburettor fitted
Original S.U. carburettors included
There is a little surface corrosion in places
Underneath, the exhaust and suspension components are corroded
A selection of spares comes with the car, including a pair of coil springs

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Summary

A great basis for a restoration project, which appears to be in largely useable condition. It will make a fine executive saloon once completed.

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