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£2,912

1972 Daimler 2.8 Sovereign Auto

Brightwells • UK • 5 Aug 2026

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£2,912

1972 Daimler 2.8 Sovereign Auto

UK • 5 Aug 2026 • Lot 97

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1972 Daimler 2.8 Sovereign is a beautifully presented classic British luxury saloon with a low indicated mileage of 39,596 miles.
It comes with a comprehensive history file including restoration photographs and invoices, and reportedly starts readily, indicating a well-maintained vehicle ready to be enjoyed.

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Condition 

8

The car is described as being in very good condition, with low mileage (39,596 miles), a history file including restoration photos and invoices, and starts readily. While it doesn't explicitly state 'no dents, scratches, or curb marks,' the overall description of being 'cherished,' 'well-maintained,' and 'usable' suggests minimal cosmetic imperfections consistent with an 'Excellent' rating.

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39,596 miles

1T3627BW

RHD

United Kingdom

Automatic

KKX928L

1972

Auction

£2,912

1972 Daimler 2.8 Sovereign Auto

Brightwells • UK • 5 Aug 2026

Market Position:

Lowest Price

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Description

Description Showing just 39,596 miles; powered by the 2,792cc six-cylinder engine coupled to an automatic gearbox; restoration photographs and a collection of invoices documenting work carried out over the years Few cars epitomise traditional British luxury quite as effectively as the Daimler Sovereign.

Sharing the elegant lines and refined engineering of the Jaguar XJ series but distinguished by its own unique character and prestige, the Sovereign offered owners a wonderfully civilised motoring experience and remains one of the most handsome sporting saloons of the 1970s.

First registered in August 1972, this Daimler 2.8 Sovereign is powered by the 2,792cc six-cylinder engine coupled to an automatic gearbox, a combination perfectly suited to relaxed and effortless touring.

Finished in dark green and complemented by a lovely tan interior complete with traditional wooden dashboard facings, it presents as a fitting example of British executive motoring from the era.

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Price Analysis vs Other Sovereign 2.8s

£2,912

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£4,800

Median Price (Since 2020)

£10,640

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Previous Sovereign 2.8 Sales

MOT Information

Expired

Expired on 1st Oct 2020

Latest MOT mileage:

39,389 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 2nd Oct 2019, 39,389 miles

There were 6 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Axle pinion oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Passed

On 24th Aug 2018, 39,302 miles


Passed

On 23rd Aug 2017, 39,226 miles


Passed

On 22nd Aug 2016, 38,995 miles


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Brightwells

Easters Court, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0DE, England

Located in Leominster, Herefordshire, Brightwells is a physical and online auction house handling classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They conduct regular auctions and offer vehicle consignment services.

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