Left-hand drive example, originally specified for the European market
One of only 2,654 built
In one family's ownership for some 20 years
Supplied with both soft top and fibreglass hard top
Desirable manual transmission
Accompanied by a quantity of small spares and two service manuals
The Appeal
Conceived by Edward Turner - the man behind the legendary Triumph Speed Twin motorcycle - the Daimler SP250 was loaded with glamorous, sporty character with just a gentle dose of rebellion. The fibreglass body may have seemed a little unusual, even for the ever-daring '60s, but it carved out a unique niche, and became a distinctive addition to a highly competitive market.
The SP250 paired a 2,548cc V8 with a tonnage of only 940kg, which resulted in genuine 120mph performance. Quite the proposition, and with only 2,654 built before Jaguar gobbled up the Daimler brand, it's a proposition that has only grown sweeter and more exclusive over the years.
This left-hand drive example spent some 20 years in one family's care, reportedly a favourite in the household and regularly pressed into service for continental touring. Thanks to that bright green livery, there's no doubt it's a headturner!image.png1.84 MB
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