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£35,592

1952 Daimler DB18 Special Sports DHC by Barker

United States • 3 Oct 2023

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AI Listing Summary

This 1952 Daimler DB18 Special Sports DHC is a well-presented example of a rare British classic, featuring elegant Barker drophead coupe bodywork and a two-tone brown and tan finish. While it shows some signs of age, including paint imperfections and the need for new tires, recent servicing and cosmetic repairs enhance its appeal.

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Condition 

6

The car presents well for its age, with some recent cosmetic work and general maintenance. However, it has older tires that need replacing and some paint cracks, along with some wear consistent with a car of this vintage. An August 1986 UK Department of Transport Test Certificate lists mileage at 1,178. The five-digit odometer shows 5k miles, a few of which were added under current ownership.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

DB1856750

Odometer:

5,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

RHD

TMU 2.5-Liter Inline-Six Twin SU Carburetors Four-Speed Pre-Selector Gearbox w/Fluid Flywheel Two-Tone Brown & Beige Paint Beige Leather Upholstery Plum Soft Top Chassis-Mounted Jacks Aluminum Alloy Bodywork over Ash Frame Driving Lamps Trafficators Rear Bench Seat Wood Dashboard
This 1952 Daimler DB18 Special Sports features drophead coupe bodywork by Barker & Company of Coventry, England.

It was imported to the US from England in 1987 and is said to have spent 35 years unregistered and off the road under single-family ownership until it was purchased by the current owner in 2022.

The car is finished in two-tone brown and tan over beige leather upholstery, and power comes from a 2.5-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed pre-selector semi-automatic gearbox.

Features include twin SU carburetors, chassis-mounted jacks, a plum soft top, driving lamps, turn signals, trafficators, a rear bench seat, and a wood dashboard.

This DB18 DHC is now offered on dealer consignment at no reser...

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£9,072

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£24,750

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£43,875

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