1967 Daimler V8-250 Barn Find
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Highlights
- A fantastic barnfind Daimler
- Purchased by the owner in 1989, driven home and left in a barn until now
- The interior is in particularly good condition
- Low mileage at genuine 45,000 miles
- Wonderful Restoration project
The Appeal
In 1967, Daimler decided that their 2.5 V8 needed an update, so they made a few tweaks including thinner bumpers, perforated leather upholstery and an alternator and came up with a new name: the 80-250. The changes may have been subtle but they helped modernise the car in the eyes of the public.
This particular Daimler was purchased by its current owner in 1989 and we’re told that he then drove it home, parked it in a barn, and left it. There it stayed until November 2022, 33 years later, when it was brought out, the dust was blown off and it is now presented for sale.
Clearly a careful check over will be required to see exactly what work need to be completed, but from what we can see it appears to be in remarkably good condition. Looking at the blue leather seat covers, you wouldn’t think that this car had been abandoned in a barn for the past three decades.
So if you fancy a project, this Daimler offers a great opportunity to get stuck into one from a good starting point.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 23rd November 1967
- Only three owners from new
- Purchased by the current owner in 1989, driven home and parked in a barn
- Road Tax and MOT exempt
- Original handbook and service book included - ‘periodic maintenance vouchers’
- Some old MOTs on file
- V5C present and the car is on the DVLA system
The Interior
- The dark blue leather interior is in remarkably good condition
- Matching blue carpets
- There is some creasing and wear to the leather, but it is generally well preserved
- Some careful treatment and cleaning could bring it back to a good standard
- The door cards look great, with no signs of damage
- Dashboard very well preserved, with nice veneers and clear gauges
- The radio has been removed
- Spacious boot with hatch over the spare wheel well
The Exterior
- Attractive dark blue paintwork
- Some blistering and bubbling in places
- A few signs of surface corrosion
- Chrome trim present and correct
- Chrome wire wheels, with ‘knock off’ centres
- The tyres are clearly very old and will need to be replaced
- Signs of surface corrosion on the underside
- The lamp lenses look clear and bright
- A layer of dust and cobwebs covered the car when it was found, this has now been cleaned off
- The distinctive fluted front grill looks like it might polish up nicely
The Mechanics
- 2.5-litre V8 engine with twin carburettors
- Automatic transmission
- No attempt has been made to start the car
- It will require a thorough inspection to determine how best to proceed
- The engine bay looks pleasingly original
- There is a layer of dirt and some surface corrosion
- Alternator fitted from new
Summary
Whoever gets the chance to awaken this Daimler from its slumber will be putting a fine motorcar back on the road. It has style and class written all over it, and who wouldn’t want their car to have a V8? It will be an interesting project, from a great starting point.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1967
- Make Daimler
- Model 250
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 45,866 Miles
- Engine size 2498
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Godstone
- Location Surrey
- Country United Kingdom
12
bids
from 7
bidders
- St•••• £4,700 18/12/22
- St•••• £4,600 18/12/22
- jo•••• £4,500 18/12/22
- se•••• £4,400 17/12/22
- ap•••• £4,300 11/12/22
- pa•••• £3,500 11/12/22
- ap•••• £3,000 11/12/22
- pa•••• £2,000 11/12/22
- tw•••• £1,400 11/12/22
- pa•••• £1,300 11/12/22
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