1964 Daimler Majestic Major Limousine
*NOTE - the private registration 771 LOR has been removed since the time of the shoot and the car is back on its CGP 260B plate*
Highlights
- Rare body style with spacious interior capable of carrying eight occupants
- Well presented throughout
- Long MOT valid until April 2025
- In great mechanical order with v8 engine
- Ideal for use as a classic wedding or hire vehicle
The Appeal
Majestic by nature and by name, the Daimler Majestic Major held enough of that old English charm to retain appeal to the typical Daimler buyer, whilst having deceivingly strong performance capability thanks to a Ted Turner designed 4.5 litre V8 engine and power steering. Pair this with a beautifully elegant body style and a lavishly upholstered interior space and the Majestic Major of the early 1960s was just that, a majestic executive express.
Following a takeover from Jaguar in 1960, a new variant of the Major was offered on the Daimler forecourts, aimed firmly at the chauffeur driven executive market, the Majestic Major could now be purchased as a limousine. The model lended itself perfectly to the body style and whilst increasing in size to account for more passenger space, was still capable of an impressive 120mph thanks to its V8 engine.
This 1964 Majestic Major limousine is a charming example of the model, finished in a classic two colour scheme. Having been used as part of a classic wedding car fleet for some considerable years now it comes to market extensively maintained to a high standard and lends itself well to continued work in the field or to be preserved as part of a private collection.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 15/10/1964
- Just two owners from new
- Originally purchased by a Rt Hon member of the House Of Lords, who would own the car until 1990
- Under its original ownership the car was rigorously maintained and, as we understand, used for occasional trips to the House Of Lords and related functions
- Purchased by the current, and just second keeper of the vehicle in 1990 who purchased the car to be used as part of a classic wedding fleet, which it has been a part of until present day
- Accompanied by a Daimler Majestic Major owners handbook and some period maintenance literature
- Tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt due to the vehicle’s age and historic status
- Despite MOT exemption the car was recently MOT’d for peace of mind and now holds a valid MOT until April 2025
- V5 registration document present
The Condition
- Smartly presented throughout in a delightful black over cream two tone paint scheme
- Quality chromework used across the car, with fluted grille and lesser seen “double” bumpers
- Light signs of blemishing commensurate with age to be seen in areas of the paintwork however this is a wholly presentable example of the model
- External trim and fixtures are of a good standard, with just a light patina in places
- Quality wheels at all four corners with matching cream colouring and chrome trims
- Glass work and lighting are in fine fettle
- Vast interior space with this being the limousine variant
- Upholstered with quality magnolia leather
- Bench style seating front and rear in good order with some wear and patina on the drivers section of the front bench
- Fold out middle row seating which when not in use, doubles as a footrest
- Simply beautiful wood finish trim used across the cabin with an excellently crafted dash panel in excellent order
- Interior switchgear, gauges, trim and fascias are in impressively good, highly original order with just light signs of age visible in places
- Sliding clear privacy divider for rear seat occupants
- Plush magnolia cream carpeting throughout
The Mechanics
- Legendary 4.5 litre Ted Turner designed V8 engine
- Column shift automatic transmission
- Impressive power provided from the V8 making this a very capable cruiser in modern day traffic
- Well maintained by both its original owner and the current to make it a viable part of the classic wedding fleet
- Underside of the vehicle looks to be in good order
- MOT valid until April 2025
- The car fires into life quickly and comfortably and idles well
Summary
A marvellous example of a quality classic limousine, it's hard to ignore the elegant charm of a model such as this. The Daimler Majestic Major is a delightful presentation of the marque in their golden era and this particular Major comes to market with the potential to become a brilliant tool for someone looking to start or expand a pre-existing wedding or classic hire fleet having been well cemented in the role for some considerable time now.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1964
- Make Daimler
- Model Majestic Major
- Colour Multicolour
- Odometer 59,506 Miles
- Engine size 4561
Listing Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Colney Heath
- Location Hertfordshire
- Country United Kingdom
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