Highlights
- Only two registered keepers from new
- Garaged and heated since 2005
- Comprehensive history file with full MOT history
- Recent mechanical work including a new water pump and stainless steel exhaust
- Registered in the UK
The Appeal
When Jaguar bought up Daimler in 1960, they weren't exactly passionate about the brand name. Truth be told, they'd purchased the company mostly to increase their manufacturing facilities and had completely neglected the marque's reputation for excellence. It was only when Stratstone Ltd started pressing for something new that the pipe-smoking bods at Jaguar HQ decided to get to work. Provided Stratstone dropped Volkswagen first, of course...
The new car was, to outside eyes, a re-badged Jaguar MK2, but with the lighter Daimler 2.5-Litre V8 under the bonnet and extensive modifications to match, it stood differently - some might say more distinguished - and had the usual lashings of elaborate chromework to set it apart. Nowadays, it's that little bit more exclusive than the car its bodywork was borrowed from, and makes for a particularly desirable, aspirational classic. True old-money luxury at its best.
This 1965 example has only had two registered keepers from new, and has been with the vendor for an impressive 20 years. Accompanied by an enormous paperwork file, It's a finely presented car of pure refinement, and is ready and waiting to be driven away by its lucky new owner.
The History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1965
- Only two registered keepers from new
- In current ownership since 2005
- Indicates 11,653 miles on a five-figure odometer on its second odometer.
- The approximate total mileage is about 70k but has on done about 2-3k in the 20 years during the vendors ownership
- Valid MOT until June 2025, with some advisories to be addressed
- Full MOT history available post-2006
- Plenty of service invoices and paperwork post-2006
- Complete with original log book with original registered keeper named
- Two sets of keys
The Condition
- Opalescent Dark Metallic Green paintwork
- Minor marks and blemishes to the paintwork
- Original chromework is bright and well-kept
- Badges and branding appear all present and correct
- Colour-matched wheels in good condition
- The vendor reports that the underside is very solid
- Cabin is highly original and very much intact
- Leather upholstery has a charming patina, with some cracking and wear
- Door cards are clean and well-presented
- Wooden fascias in very good condition, with minor UV damage on the front shelf
- Analogue clock is defective - the vendor notes it hasn't worked since purchase
- Seatbelts have been fitted to the rear seats
- All instruments are clean and legible
- Radio still works
The Mechanics
- 2.5-litre Turner V8
- Three-speed automatic transmission
- Engine bay looks in good order
- Carburettors fully restored
- Exhaust replaced with a new full stainless steel system
- The vendor informs us that all is in excellent working condition
- Latest work included a new water pump and other services totaling over £1,200
- Some advisories for oil leaks, wear to the front suspension and play to the steering
- The vendor notes that the car runs smoothly on the motorway and keeps up well with modern traffic
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