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1980 Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas

Highlights

  • High specification V12 VDP
  • Sophisticated colour scheme
  • Low mileage for the year with spares included
  • Solid car and good basis for restoration
  • Elegant beige leather interior with beautiful wood trim

The Plus

In 1980, if you were looking for the best saloon in the world, this was it: the Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas. Even 12 years after its launch, the Jaguar XJ still set the standard for refinement and luxury, outperforming its rivals from Mercedes-Benz and Rolls-Royce. None of them were equipped with this V12 engine.

These qualities made the Double Six a popular choice among collectors. The Vanden Plas was the most expensive version, equipped with high-quality wood and leather trim. This car is in a sought-after colour scheme with a medium metallic blue and cream leather interior.

This is clearly a restoration project, but as a solid and complete car it makes an excellent introduction to the world of the Double Six. Useful spares will no doubt help with this project, which could leave the buyer with a high quality car when the restoration work is complete.

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History and documents 

  • First registration in 1980 according to the seller
  • Car registered in France
  • Last MOT expired in 2019
  • Supplied with spares including starter, ECU and alternator
  • This car is being sold as a non-running project, as clearly stated
  • Used regularly by the current seller prior to storage
  • Acquired by the current vendor in 2016 as a working car

Condition

  • Popular metallic blue paintwork in fair condition with scope for improvement
  • Bodywork straight and generally well maintained, but this is a restoration project
  • Resting on original lattice alloy wheels
  • Some exterior components are not fitted, but this is a complete car
  • Beige leather interior in very good condition for a restoration project
  • Woodwork to doors and dashboard, door panels and controls in good condition
  • The roof lining shows signs of deterioration and discolouration, as can be seen in the photos
  • We are told that the carpets are in good condition, also visible in the photos

Powertrain

  • 5,343cc V12 engine with fuel injection
  • 3-speed automatic gearbox
  • Car sold as complete but not running
  • Spare parts included, as detailed above and visible in the photos
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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1980
  • Make Daimler
  • Model Double Six
  • Colour Blue
  • Odometer 138,900 Kilometres
  • Engine size 5343
Listing Details
  • Seller type Private
  • Town Moisson
  • Location International
  • Country France

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