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£15,750
1951 Daimler DB18 Special Sports
United Kingdom • 21 May 2025
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AI Listing Summary
This 1939 Daimler DB18 Special Sports, one of approximately 250 remaining, boasts a rich history, including time in Jersey and France. Recently serviced and maintained, the car is reported to be in good running order and is being driven to sale from Ireland, reflecting the vendor's confidence in its reliability.
Condition
7
The car has been restored and well-maintained. The interior and paintwork have matured excellently. The vendor states that the car is 'in good shape and running well'.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
59147
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
522 CUO
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Development of the pre-war Daimler Fifteen culminated with the DB18 model announced for 1939.
Independent suspension appeared for the first time on a Daimler and the DB18 featured an enlarged, 2522cc version of the overhead-valve six first introduced in 1933.
Daimler's customary fluid flywheel, pre-selector gearbox and worm drive rear axle comprised the transmission.
A new drophead coupé appeared at the first post-war London Motor Show in 1948: the DB18 Special Sports.
Stylish in a most un-Daimler-like manner, the Special Sports featured coachwork by Barker, the latter, like Daimler and fellow coachbuilders Hooper, being one of the BSA Group's many companies.
The radiator grille was now curved, the alloy-panelled coachwork more streamlined, and the Special Sports benefited from hydro-mechanical braking and a power output raised to 85bhp courtesy of twin carburettors.
In short: a model combining all the usual Daimler refinements with increased performance.
When DB18 production ce...
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£9,072
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£24,750
Median Price (Since 2020)
£43,875
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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