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Highlights
- Rare Japanese import
- New MOT with no advisories
- Incredibly low mileage
- Impressive V12 engine
- Daimler-specific alloys, unique grill, badging and picnic tables
- Brooklands green paintwork with Parchment leather interior
- Imported to the UK in 2021
The Appeal
Though it may be recognised as a member of the XJ class, Jaguar’s Daimler Double Six was exclusively sold under the Daimler name, with its 6L V12 Engine, exclusive trims and a slew of special options making for a beautifully appointed vehicle.
This example comes to us in excellent order, having spent much of its life in Japan, where roads are unsalted and this car has been cossetted. As a result, it’s in rare order and should make for a much-prized car produced under a lesser-spotted brand name.
The History and Paperwork
- Imported to the UK in 2017
- Purchased by current owner for a private collection in 2021
- Car has been kept in a dry car storage unit
- Has had a new MOT this week which it past with no advisories
- Complete with all original manuals and Japanese service history
- All UK import duties paid and documents included
The Interior
- Impressive interior with Daimler-exclusive specs
- Parchment leather seating with walnut burr veneers
- Seats in excellent condition with no rips or tears
- Some rubbing and light cracking to the driver’s seat bolsters
- Extended wooden trim with picnic tables
- Cracking in the driver’s side picnic table but appears structurally sound
- Wood veneers otherwise in rare order with only minor scratches
- Carpets and headlining appear to be in good order
- Original Daimler branded over mats present in excellent condition
- Original Jaguar instruments, cassette player and radio
- Radio is in working order but to Japanese spec with limited FM waveband
- Extensive options including:
- Climate control AC
- CD Changer
- Electric windows
- Adjustable seats and steering column
The Exterior
- Charming Brooklands Green paintwork with red and yellow striping
- Some minor scratches and scuffs to the bumpers
- Some light pinstripe peel
- Slight scratches around the rear plate, which have been touched in
- Chrome and glasswork appear to be in good order with no cracks or chips
- Exclusive design alloys with Daimler branding
- Full set of Futurum HP tyres with plenty of tread
- Underneath, the car is in very good order with just some light surface corrosion
- Ultimately, the car cuts an excellent appearance
The Mechanics
- Impressive 6.0L V12 Engine, unmodified with original covers
- 4-speed GM 4L80-E automatic transmission
- Comfort suspension
- Engine bay in excellent condition with no major signs of wear
- No reports of any mechanical faults, leaks or smoke from the engine bay
- Original Toolkit present in engine bay compartment
Summary
An unusual piece of Jaguar-Daimler history, this rare Japanese import is a beautifully kept modern classic that’s bound to attract admiration.
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