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£27,751
1967 DAIMLER DS420 LIMOUSINE
United States • 23 Jan 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1967 Daimler DS420 limousine, custom-built for Howard Hughes, features unique modifications like a centrally mounted rear bucket seat and an advanced air filtration system. Verified as one of two left-hand drive, U.S.-spec DS420s, it's powered by a Jaguar 4.2-liter inline-6 engine and has operational instruments and soundproof privacy glass.

Condition
7
The car has received a recent tune-up, fluid change and new brake pads, suggesting it is in good mechanical order. The listing does not mention any significant cosmetic issues, implying a solid condition with slight wear.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
1M20053
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
HUGHES
RHD/LHD:
LHD
This 1967 Daimler DS420 limousine was custom-built for the legendary and enigmatic industrialist, aviator and filmmaker Howard Hughes.
The Hughes build specifications include a centrally mounted rear bucket seat specifically requested to reduce motion sickness during his long, private drives.
It also features a factory-installed air filtration system that was an advanced system for its time, designed to eliminate airborne contaminants, reflecting Hughes's famous health concerns.
A built-in toilet was discreetly integrated into the coachwork, allowing for uninterrupted travel and complete privacy.
This limousine is powered by the robust Jaguar 4.2-liter inline-6 engine, producing 245hp through a smooth BorgWarner automatic transmission.
It features four-wheel independent suspension and four-wheel disc brakes.
All instruments, clocks and lights are operational, as is the soundproof electric privacy glass dividing the driver and passenger.
It has received a recent tune-up, fluid ch...
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£660
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£3,191
Median Price (Since 2020)
£57,365
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