Highlights
- Popular Regency Red over cream leather
- Power assisted steering
- Older high end restoration and retrim
- Remains in very good order throughout
- Large history file of ongoing maintenance
- Current keeper since 2008
- Great touring car with Turner V8 and auto box
The Appeal
Jaguar bought Daimler because it wanted the extra production capacity. What it also got was Edward Turner’s brilliant 2.5L V8, which was something of an embarrassment because it was smoother and more modern than Jaguar’s elderly XK.
Dropping that motor into the Mk2 bodyshell arguably creates a Daimler that is better in many ways than its Jaguar equivalent. That mix of smooth V8, relaxing auto box and Daimler accoutrements certainly makes these cars great classic tourers that are ideal for events and rallies.
Regency Red over cream leather is one of the most popular combinations for these cars and this 21/2 Litre V8 is amongst the nicest we’ve seen in a long while. It is an older restoration that has been in the hands of the current keeper since completion. The quality of the work is clear from the photos, as is his evident care. Usual check areas like panel fit, arches and sills present well.
The car comes to market with a huge history file including its original green log book. It is a really good example of one of the ‘60s best saloons with the added bonus or power steering.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 4th April 1966
- Six previous keepers recorded by DVLA
- Total number of keepers may be higher due to DVLA record keeping
- Original green log book as shown
- Current keeper since April 2008
- V5C in current keeper’s name
- Registered as a Historic Vehicle
- Older restoration dating from around 20 years ago
- Photographs of restoration as shown
- Various old MOTs to support displayed mileage
- Large history file of invoices and receipts as shown
- VIN number 1A9735BW confirms late 1965 build date
The Condition
- Older restoration in Regency Red paintwork finished to a high standard
- Well kept paintwork with few indications of use
- Buyers should be realistic about condition based on older restoration
- Bodywork presents well with flush panels and good arches, sills and panel edges
- Front wing top light plinths present in good condition as shown
- Chrome wire wheels in good order as shown
- Chromework is complete and well presented in photos
- Underside appears to be in good order with no structural issues reported
- Cream leather interior with bench-style split front seat with lap belts fitted
- Red carpets match exterior and fitted with protective overmats
- Extensive wood veneers to doors and dashboard in good general condition
- Fitted with classic-style radio as shown
- Spare wheel with red band as shown with tools included
The Mechanics
- 2,548cc ‘Turner’ 140bhp V8 engine
- 3spd automatic gearbox
- Twin SU carburettors
- Well maintained with large history file
- Power steering with recent new pipwork
- Evidence of extensive engine work some years ago
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