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1968 Daimler 250 V8
Highlights
- Gorgeous Daimler in exceptional condition
- Comprehensive bare-metal body restoration in 2005
- Super walnut and leather interior
- Well cared for mechanicals with some upgrades
- Recent low mileage and always garaged
The Appeal
Coventry based Jaguar acquired Daimler in 1960 and went on to revitalise Daimler sales with the 2.5 V8. Based on the Mk 2 Jaguar body but featuring the simple V8 engine (designed by Edward Turner), it was tuned and pitched as a more refined touring model offering effortless V8 flexibility and performance.
One of Coventry’s finest, this Daimler looks particularly classy in it’s restored Westminster Blue coachwork and sumptuous mellowed red leather upholstery accompanied by a perfect walnut dashboard and trim.
Future-proofed, no expense has been spared in keeping the mechanicals in fine fettle, and combined with a few upgrades and improvements, this 2.5 V8 should be reliable and affordable to run and enjoy.
History and Paperwork
- First registered on the 11th March 1968
- Early history unknown
- Family owned since July 2017 (£28,000)
- V5 document present (in previous owner’s name)
- Owner’s Handbooks and genuine Service Manual
- Stack of previous MOT’s
- A selection of specialist parts and maintenance invoices
- Invoices from West London Classics Ltd for the body restoration
- Club publications and parts catalogue
- Last ‘Pass’ MOT was carried out in May 2022 at 99,759 miles (exempt)
- Taxed until 1st October 2025 (exempt)
The Condition
- Superb quality Westminster Blue coachwork (not the car's original colour)
- Exceptionally straight and ding-free body with even panel gaps
- Great seams, door bottoms, wheel arches and sills
- Excellent chrome work, rubber trim and badges
- Clear lights, windscreen, side and rear windows
- Desirable pre-slimline bumpers
- Wonderful original-specification interior
- Excellent instrumentation and switchgear
- All electrical equipment is said to operate as it should
- Pleasingly mellowed leather seating (reclining) and door trims
- Previously replaced wool headlining
- Features include a working Motorola radio, rear seat belts and heated rear window
- Nicely painted corrosion-free boot space
- Decent spare wheel and original jack
- Neatly undersealed and solid looking chassis and floor
- Matching steel wheels with befitting hubcaps and beauty rings
- Set of 4 older Avon 185/R15 tyres with plenty of tread
The Mechanics
- Clean and largely original looking engine compartment
- 2,548cc V8 engine showing good oil pressure
- Original S.U. HS8 twin carburettors
- Borg-Warner 3-speed automatic transmission
- Later spec’ Adwest power steering
- Later spec’ Dynalite dynamo
- Front and rear disc brakes
- Desirable high-ratio back axle
- Sound-looking exhaust system
- Vin-plate in situ.
Looking at accompanying invoices we can determine that work carried out includes:
2022 - Heater valve and 2x prop shaft UJ’s replaced
2019 - Reverse band servo repaired on auto gearbox
2018 - Some new suspension bushes fitted
2008 - Replacement steering box & pump
2005 - Comprehensive bodywork preparation and painting
Whilst manoeuvring this beautiful car around for the photoshoot, the V8 started with ease, ticked over extremely quietly and gear selection was seamless.
On the open road, the vendor assures us that the power steering, suspension and 4-wheel disc brakes operate well and the car is a pleasure to drive.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1968
- Make Daimler
- Model 250 V8
- Colour Dark blue
- Odometer 99,000 Miles
- Engine size 2548
Listing Details
- Seller type Trade
- Location Dorset
- Country United Kingdom
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