Highlights
- Superbly preserved interior
- In present ownership since 1998
- Well maintained for its role as a wedding car
The Appeal
Favoured by royalty and government officials alike, the DS420 was British Leyland’s answer to a full-size limousine. Few cars had such an enormous rear passenger compartment, and those that did such as the Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman and Rolls-Royce Phantom V, cost twice as much to buy.
This 1988 example has been part of the vendor’s wedding hire fleet since 1998. If you’re in the same business or simply adore the supreme luxury of such a car, this looks a very smart example. The interior is particularly good - and these are often the most expensive areas of these cars to restore since there are swathes of leather and highly-figured walnut to attend to. Complete with a current MOT, this Daimler is in roadworthy order in readiness fir its next owner.
The History and Paperwork
- 48,185 miles indicated on the six-figure odometer
- Four former registered keepers
- In present ownership since 1998
- MOT valid until 9th August 2024
The Condition
- As often seen in period, this Daimler boasts a two-tone paint scheme
- The bodywork looks to be straight all round
- The paint continues to present well, as does the brightwork
- OEM steel wheels with chromed hubcaps and white band tyres
- Some corrosion to the wheel arches and doors is visible
- The underside appears to present nicely overall
- This example is equipped with grey leather upholstery throughout - some examples had West of England Cloth for rear passengers
- Equipped with curtains for rear passengers
- The upholstery and woodwork present superbly with only light patina present
- Smart carpets with few notable blemishes or signs of wear
- The headlining appears to be in very good order
The Mechanics
- 4.2-litre Jaguar XK straight-six
- Three-speed automatic gearbox
- All looks original and in good order under the bonnet
- Offered with a current MOT
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