Private registration '66 VDX' included in the sale
Petrol tanks relined and carburettors tuned by the current owner
Quintessentially '70s purple paint scheme and vinyl roof
High-quality Pirelli P4000 tyres fitted all-round
Large history file with numerous invoices
Reccommissioned having previously been in long-term storage
The Appeal
The Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas sat at the very top of the Series 1 XJ range, pairing the famously smooth Jaguar V12 with the most opulent interior trim and the distinguished Daimler fluted grille. In the early 1970s, it offered a credible alternative to far more expensive luxury saloons, and today it remains one of the most refined and characterful grand tourers of its era.
This 1973 example has been the subject of recommissioning work by its current owner following a period of long-term storage. Being from the 1970s, it's purple (naturally) which sets the XJ's roguish silhouette off perfectly.
The vendor reports that a dropped valve seat and a steering arm belt will require attention, but states the car is otherwise in good overall condition consistent with its age. We see this as a compelling light project for the winter months ahead.image.png1.25 MB
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