Highlights
- Attractive gunmetal grey metallic with red leather
- Current keeper since 1989
- Huge history file of older bodywork and mechanical work
- Engine turns over and car is sold as a project
The Appeal
It’s certainly rarer than a Mk2, and there is a case to argue that the Turner-engined, Daimler-badged model is better too. That small block 2.5L V8 is a lovely, characterful, burbly unit that is the perfect accompaniment to summery countryside drives with family and friends.
This 1964 21/2 Litre V8 sports one of the best colour combinations for these cars. The gunmetal grey metallic over burgundy leather is the result of a mid-90s refresh undertaken around five years after the vendor acquired this car in 1989. Other investment has included gearbox work. The seller regularly serviced it until it was placed into storage around 25 years ago.
The quality of that storage means that it remains in surprisingly good condition. The panels fit well and the main indication of age appears to be some age to the paintwork, which buyers can check in the photos. We are told that the engine turns but does not start.
The car comes with a huge file of history, including old tax discs, invoices and MOTs. It is sold as a non-running project. There is scope to conduct a full restoration or simply get it running and enjoy the characterful cosmetics. For the right buyer this is an interesting project with a beautiful and sonorous British saloon to enjoy on completion.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 20th August 1964
- DVLA records three keepers from new
- Due to DVLA record keeping limitations the total number of keepers may be higher
- Vendor advises that there were two former registered keepers since 1978
- In current ownership since 1989 (35 years) we are told
- Last MOT in 1999, expired
- Garaged since expiry of last MOT
- Current mileage shows 41,348 miles on a five digit odometer so is not verified
- Some history available as shown in photos
- Vendor advises that some service history documentation has been lost
- Personally serviced by the current owner since purchase
- No recent work has been carried out due to long term storage
- Old tax discs and MOTs as shown
- Factory handbooks and workshop manuals as shown
- Warranty for gearbox repairs as shown
- Invoices for 1994 restoration work totalling over £5,000 at that time
- DVLA documentation
- Copy of old V5 as shown
- VIN number 1A5601BW
The Condition
- Older mid 90s restoration in gunmetal grey metallic as shown
- Car only used for a few years after restoration then garaged
- Paintwork shows fade and deterioration in photos
- Bodywork looks surprisingly presentable in photos
- Due to age of restoration and lengthy storage buyers should check photos carefully
- Photographs of underside shown in photos
- Bodywork shows micro blistering and a few scratches
- Panel fit is good with doors showing flush to body lines
- Vendor reports that the car will require respray
- Vendor reports that the underside appears solid
- Towbar fitted to rear bumper
- Spare new bumper included with the car
- Sits on correct steel wheels with elderly tyres as shown
- Exterior fittings including chromework and lights show age in photos
- Burgundy leather interior in patinated but generally presentable condition
- Leather seats show light age in photos with carpets also showing some fading
- Woodwork appears in good condition in photos
- Leather, carpets and roof lining restored in 1980
- Instruments and switchgear in working order we are told
- Features period Motorola radio which is not tested
The Mechanics
- 2.5-litre ‘Turner’ V8 engine
- 3spd automatic transmission
- Vendor states that engine turns but does not start
- Factory standard to seller's knowledge
- Vendor states that there are no other known faults
- Buyers should bear in mind that this comment is based on not driving the car
- Due to length of storage and age of vehicle some checks and recommissioning should be anticipated
- Car is sold as a non-running restoration project
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