1966 Daimler V8 250 Saloon Registration Number: HAP 498D Ch...

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£6,500

1966 Daimler V8 250 Saloon

Registration Number: HAP 498D
Chassis Number: IA10122BW
Recorded Mileage: 11,632 miles (unwarranted)

- In current ownership for c.13 years
- Subject to previous engine rebuild
- Power steering / electronic ignition
- Offered at No Reserve

Built from 1962 through to 1969, the Daimler 2.5 V8/V8 250 was the first car to be produced by the marque on the Jaguar platform, and the last Daimler to feature its own engine. As a derivative of the all-conquering MkII Jaguar although its fluted grille and more luxurious interior gave the car an air of exclusivity. Its name was drawn from its Edward Turner-designed engine - a lightweight, eight-cylinder 2,548cc V8 shared with the SP 250. Production continued until the manufacture of all MkII derivatives ceased in 1969, by which time some 17,620 of the Daimler version had been made, making it the best-selling car in Daimler’s history.

Finished in Carmen Red with a grey leather interior and chromed wire wheels, and fitted with a desirable Webasto full sunroof and original radio, this 1966 example is said to be in good overall condition. The Daimler is said to drive well, changing well through the gears and pulling up sharply when required. Locally owned for the last 30 or so years (13 of which with the current vendor), the Daimler has been MoTd annually until December 2024. We understand the Daimler will be driven to the auction by the vendor.

Offered with No Reserve, this is a tempting opportunity to buy a well engineered, V8-engined 1960s sporting saloon, for a very reasonable outlay.