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1964 Daimler SP250 Dart 1 of 26 'Darts' supplied to the Metropolitan Police
H&H Auctioneers • UK • 29 Nov 2023
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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1964 Daimler SP250 Dart 1 of 26 'Darts' supplied to the Metropolitan Police
UK • 29 Nov 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1964 Daimler SP250 Dart, 1 of 26 supplied to the Metropolitan Police, is estimated at £44,000 - £48,000. It features sensible upgrades like rack and pinion steering and servo-assisted brakes, and comes with original police equipment. Recent work has been done to the brakes and engine.
Condition
7
The car presents very well with pleasing black paintwork, though minor stone chips are present due to age. The chrome is in good condition and the vinyl hood presents well. The interior shows slight aging on the black seats but tidy grey carpets. Mechanically, the engine starts instantly and idles smoothly, with recent work done on the brakes, ignition, and cooling systems. Overall, the car is in very good condition, with some cosmetic wear consistent with its age, but no significant damage.
/ 10
43,714 miles (via 2017 MOT)
104367
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
ALM 741B
1964
Auction
Not Sold
1964 Daimler SP250 Dart 1 of 26 'Darts' supplied to the Metropolitan Police
H&H Auctioneers • UK • 29 Nov 2023
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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Description
The controversially styled Daimler Dart was introduced at the 1959 New York Motor Show and had its European debut at that October’s Earls Court Motor Show; the Dart name was soon dropped after the threat of legal action from Chrysler who had a car of that name within their Dodge division.
Thereafter this new sports car was known as the Daimler SP250.
Power was provided by the 2.5 litre, Edward Turner designed V8 that soon became revered for the smoothness of its power delivery with 140bhp on tap.
Independent double-wishbone front suspension at the front and half elliptical springs at the rear with a live rear axle kept the car on the road with stopping power supplied by hydraulic disc brakes on all four corners.
The coachwork was constructed with glass-reinforced plastic providing a tough, strong, and lightweight shape that enhanced performance with exciting and non-traditional looks.
The 120mph plus capability was recognised by the police and they were soon being used as high-spe...
Price Analysis vs Other SP250 Polices
£24,024
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£52,875
Median Price (Since 2020)
£56,250
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous SP250 Police Sales
MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 12th Jul 2018
Latest MOT mileage:
43,714 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 13th Jul 2017, 43,714 miles
Passed
On 7th Jul 2016, 43,221 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
- Oil leak
Passed
On 15th Jul 2014, 42,643 miles
Passed
On 8th Aug 2013, 42,190 miles
MOT Mileage Trend
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