1998 Daimler V8 LWB

Highlights

Powerful 290 BHP 4 Litre V8 and the most luxurious X308 model
Highly specified and desirable long wheel base model
Original Daimler Lambswool over-rugs in very good condition
High standard of luxury with factory-fitted Harmon Kardon premium audio system
Stunning condition inside and out
Matching Pirelli tyres all around with good tread
MOT valid until November 2024 with no advisories
Low mileage for the age of the vehicle
Delivery can be included at cost following the sale
Nice private plate included in sale

The Appeal

Jaguar enjoyed a great success in their legendary XJ series, which was already an impressive, cossetting ride - but it was Daimler who took it into truly premium territory. The Daimler V8 carried every luxury feature offered for the X308 - and maintained those elegant lines with Daimler's traditional fluted grille surround and boot-lid plinth.

This particular example has been very well kept, with plenty of service history. Beautifully presented with a striking Madiera Pearl Metallic livery, it presents a highly attractive iteration of a hugely desirable luxury car, with a cossetting oatmeal leather cabin festooned in plenty of burr walnut.

The vehicle has been dry stored indoors for much of its life and reflects that very well. If you fancy a super-luxurious evolution of the X308, this is your opportunity.

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History and Paperwork

Registered in 1998
7 previous registered keepers
MOT valid until November 2024 with no advisories
Supplied with:
- Copies of 14 years of MOT certificates and current V5C document
- Original book pack with Daimler wallet and 2 keys
- Replacement Jaguar/Daimler service portfolio with 7 stamps over 20 years until 83,000 miles in November 2022
Currently indicates 85,085 miles - which is verified by the car's service history
Car has only done just over 13,000 miles in 14 years

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The Condition

Underside in very good order
Overall condition excellent for vehicle's age
Very attractive and much admired colour combination
Some minor signs of paintwork over the years, but overall very original with very few chips or scuffs
Door bottoms, sills, and wheel arches in excellent condition
Car is still carrying its original alloys
Matching Pirelli tyres all around with good tread
Recently fitted new headlining
Wear on driver's seat bolster consistent with age and mileage; otherwise in very good condition
Central armrest built-in cup holder needs repair on the left-hand lower hinge but is functional
Original Daimler Lambswool over-rugs in very good condition
Electric and heated multiple-memory front seats
Double rear sun blinds, heated front screen, cruise control
Includes 2 keys and 1 remote key fob, which is working perfectly
Air conditioning needs re-gassing
Parrot Bluetooth system fitted and works well; instructions included in the book pack

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The Mechanics

3,996cc V8 powerplant
Automatic transmission with 5 gears
Full mechanical checkover recently done, including replacement of the water pump and battery
No advisories on the most recent MOT
No warning lights on the dashboard
The vendor notes that it drives responsively like a V8-powered saloon should and changes smoothly through the gears with no noises or rattles
Ultimately, this looks like an excellent example that's ready and waiting to go

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