Described in the Daimler sales literature as a ‘light Limousine’, the distinguished EL24 is naturally very comfortable, pleasant to drive and handles surprisingly well.
Produced with Daimler’s own body or as a chassis for bespoke coachwork, this exquisite and underrated vintage motor car is clearly good value for money compared to a Rolls-Royce or Bentley, while boasting the same level of craftmanship and comfort.
Having been restored in the past, this beautiful well cared for example has nicely preserved black and Ivory coachwork, a stunning retrimmed interior and reliable mechanicals.
With a 3.3-litre engine, 4-speed Wilson pre-select gearbox and fluid flywheel, this Daimler is quite spritely, making progress with other traffic easy with an ideal cruising speed of 50 mph.
Superb original features include servo-assisted brakes, a built-in jacking system, chassis lubrication system (disconnected), and self cancelling semaphore indicators.
The unique quality of the engineering and the elegance of the Daimler makes this vehicle stand out and it draws a smile and a wave wherever it goes.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
First registered on the 20th January 1938
The V5 is present
Transferrable registration number
Chassis and body identification plates in-situ
Original ‘Driver’s Instructions’ laminated pages
Daimler Maintenance Manual
Original Spare Parts Catalogue
Component parts information and service
A selection of spares are available and can be included
No MOT (exempt)
Road Tax valid until 1st May 2024 (exempt)
Always garaged
The owner’s research reveals that in 1968 DBY 379 was owned by a gentleman in Surrey who had four Daimler’s. Along with another EL24, it was laid up for some time until his son-in-law and brother-in-law restored it during the early 1980’s.
Sometime in the late 1990’s it was purchased by the EL24 Registrar of the Daimler and Lanchester Owner’s Club from another member of the DLOC. With the extensive knowledge that came with owning other EL24’s, he completed a ground-up restoration to bring the car into the condition you see it today.
Around 2007, the car passed on to a gentleman in Telford, eventually arriving in the capable hands of the current owner in January 2010. Unfortunately the history file from the late ’90’s onwards was lost at this time and never received by the current owner.
A vintage and classic car enthusiast, the owner has enjoyed driving DBY 379 to rallies and shows including trips to Brooklands and Goodwood, as well as family trips and the odd wedding. He has also enjoyed working on the car, carrying out the maintenance and appreciating the build quality and amazing features.
THE CONDITION
Lovely retrimmed interior
Nice wood dash facia with original Jaeger instrumentation
The speedometer is reportedly spot-on
Fantastic original steering wheel and gear selector
No known electrical faults other than the clock doesn’t work
Nice wood capping’s and door trims
Recovered front bench seat (vinyl) with tools and jack underneath
Sliding glass division
Rear passenger compartment reupholstered with ‘Bedford Cord’
Fabulous winding rear seat adjustment and occasional seats
Excellent carpeting and trim throughout
Roof lining recovered in original spec’ ‘West of England’ cloth
Superb coachwork by Daimler (body number 5157)
Ash framework believed to be sound
Glossy paintwork with just a few minor age-related chips
Gleaming chrome work
Clear window glass and mirrors
Wonderful Lucas Bi-Flex headlights
The two front spot lamps are disconnected
Sound looking chassis
Some visible corrosion here and there (see photos)
The chassis lubrication system is disconnected but grease nipples are in place
Ace wheel discs are fitted to all the wheels, including the spare
Firestone Deluxe Champion tyres have plenty of tread remaining
THE MECHANICS
Clean and highly original looking engine compartment
3, 418cc straight-six engine
Single S.U. carburettor
4-speed Wilson pre-select transmission
12-volt electrical system
Mechanical fuel pump
Re-cored radiator with a discrete electric fan - never required!
Period aftermarket Rotoflo shock absorbers attached
Happily, the owner assures us that this Daimler is mechanically sound in all respects and “gives you a real presence on the road and lots of thumbs up!”.
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