Description
For sale: beautiful 1971 Daimler Sovereign Series 1.
This rare 1971 Daimler Sovereign is fitted with the famous 4. 2-litre straight-six engine mated to an automatic gearbox, delivering all the smoothness and refinement that made this great British grand tourer such a legend.
Remarkably well preserved and carefully maintained, this Daimler retains all the charm of prestigious English saloons—timeless lines, coachbuilt wood trim, elegant upholstery, a hushed cabin atmosphere, and outstanding driving comfort.
Even rarer than its Jaguar equivalent, this Daimler Sovereign is a great opportunity for a collector or enthusiast looking to acquire a genuine, reliable car that’s ready to hit the road straight away.
General presentation
Interior
* Beige leather upholstery in excellent condition;
* Headlining in perfect condition;
* Original wood trim in very good condition;
* Radio present.
Exterior
* Grey bodywork in very good condition;
* Bright, even paintwork;
* Wheels and tyres in excellent condition;
* Body seals/ gaskets well preserved;
* The car has always been stored in a closed, protected garage;
* Inspection report (expertise) carried out.
On-road behaviour
This Daimler offers particularly healthy and enjoyable road manners:
* Instant cold and hot starts;
* No smoke or abnormal noises;
* Strong, flexible 4. 2-litre engine;
* Smooth, pleasant automatic gearbox in use;
* Precise power-assisted steering;
* Effective, well-balanced braking;
* All original equipment and instruments fully functional.
During the road test, no extraneous noises were detected from the body or running gear. The engine and transmission run perfectly and deliver the whole driving experience you’d expect from a carefully maintained Jaguar XJ Series 1.
Maintenance and work carried out
Over the past five years, more than €12, 000 worth of servicing and maintenance has been carried out to ensure reliability and peace of mind.
Among the main interventions:
* Complete refurbishment of the fuel tanks;
* In-depth overhaul of the carburation system;
* Spark plug replacement;
* Distributor overhaul;
* Installation of electronic ignition;
* Mechanical overhaul of the engine;
* Overhaul of the running gear;
* Refurbishment of the exhaust system;
* Regular maintenance with rigorous follow-up.
The mechanicals are sound, perfectly set up, and run remarkably well.
The odometer reads 18, 111 km (as shown on the dashboard).
The vehicle will be sold with a roadworthiness/ technical inspection of less than 6 months.
Visible at the DJEF AUTO workshop, in a secure environment.
No immediate costs to budget for—this Daimler Sovereign is ready to get on the road and continue its story in the hands of its future owner.
Have a nice day,
