Highlights
- Subject to an earlier restoration
- Gearbox rebuilt in December 2023
- Attractive colour combination of Old English White with a rich, red cabin
- Front seats and door cards reupholstered to a high standard
The Appeal
In 1960, Jaguar purchased Daimler - mostly to get some more production lines under their belt. It was a very one-sided relationship, and with Daimler's Conquest leaving the market in 1957, what was left of the company desperately pushed Jaguar to do something - anything - to keep them relevant.
Jaguar permitted the 2.5 V8, effectively a MK2 with a lighter, more compact Daimler V8 powerplant. Add a retrim and extra detailing and there sat the 2.5 V8 - which to all accounts was an improvement on the Jaguar MK2 and a highly desirable saloon. It was the first Daimler car to be based on a Jaguar platform, the first with a unit body, and the last to feature a Daimler engine.
This particular 1966 example is a particularly fine one, boasting a compelling colour scheme of Old English White with a red leather cabin. The car was restored and re-trimmed by a previous keeper - and while there's still a bit of work to be done, it's an eminently usable example of 60s-era V8-powered class and comfort.
It's not often we come across these fine little cars, which really do represent the best of two of the UK's finest - legendary Jaguar styling, with Daimler engineering and trim. We've no doubt this lovely mid-century saloon will capture plenty of admiring glances.
Jaguar permitted the 2.5 V8, effectively a MK2 with a lighter, more compact Daimler V8 powerplant. Add a retrim and extra detailing and there sat the 2.5 V8 - which to all accounts was an improvement on the Jaguar MK2 and a highly desirable saloon. It was the first Daimler car to be based on a Jaguar platform, the first with a unit body, and the last to feature a Daimler engine.
This particular 1966 example is a particularly fine one, boasting a compelling colour scheme of Old English White with a red leather cabin. The car was restored and re-trimmed by a previous keeper - and while there's still a bit of work to be done, it's an eminently usable example of 60s-era V8-powered class and comfort.
It's not often we come across these fine little cars, which really do represent the best of two of the UK's finest - legendary Jaguar styling, with Daimler engineering and trim. We've no doubt this lovely mid-century saloon will capture plenty of admiring glances.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1966
- The DVLA records 8 previous keepers
- MOT records prove the car has been very lightly used since 2007
- Older restoration
- Bought by the current owner in May 2024
- Previous owner bought it from Hill Farm Automotives in July 2023 for £15,000
- Last service record on 27/04/2022
- Last MOT carried out on 23/05/2022 at 80,395 miles
- Passed with advisories on slight engine oil leak, wear to sub-frame pins, and slight play on steering box
- Currently indicates 80,597 miles on a five-figure odometer
- Supplied complete with:
- V5c document
- A collection of tax discs
- Sales invoice from Hill Farm Automotives
- A recent invoice for over £1,000
- Service manual and spare part catalogue
The Condition
- Old English White paintwork with a red leather interior
- Bodywork generally good, showcasing Jaguar's legendary styling
- Any wear is very much age commensurate:
- Dent to the nearside front above the bumper
- Smaller dents on doors and wings
- Area of corrosion on offside front wing
- Some blistering and bubbling here and there
- Some patina to the chromework
- All badges and branding are present and correct
- Light patina to the disc wheels
- We note some corrosion to the underside
- Front seats and door cards have been reupholstered to a high standard, and look excellent
- Rear seat is original, with a patch and small slit to the leather
- Handsome walnut veneers are all present and correct, with some light spots of wear
- On the dashboard, this is largely on lower edge of glove box and around the radio
- Some wear to the wooden window trims
- Modern radio has been fitted although it wasn’t working on the day of the photoshoot
- A vintage Motorola unit is provided upon sale
The Mechanics
- 2.5L Daimler V8 powerplant
- Automatic transmission with 3 gears
- Engine bay in good, clean order
- Gearbox rebuilt in December 2023
- Car not fitted with power steering, which is the reason for sale
- The MOT highlighted a minor oil leak from the engine bay
- We've no reports of any significant mechanical issues and it ultimately looks to be a fine example
- Only 200 miles covered in 3 years - with the present owner covering tiny mileage
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