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1969 Daimler V8 250

United Kingdom • 29 Jul 2026 • Lot 6

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This Daimler V8 250 is a rare barn find with a reputed 59,145 miles, requiring full recommissioning after a long period off the road. Despite needing substantial mechanical work, it presents a promising restoration project with solid bodywork and a well-preserved interior, offered at no reserve.

Condition

3

The car is described as a genuine barn find requiring full recommissioning, with the engine not started for many years, and mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems needing inspection and overhaul. Tires also need replacement. Although the bodywork and interior appear solid and well-preserved, the significant mechanical work required places it in the 'Below Average' category.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

PK5194BW

Odometer:

59,145 miles

Reg Number:

MCE 894G

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Finished in Opalescent Silver Blue with grey leather interiorPrevious long-term ownership of approximately 20 yearsOffered as a genuine barn find requiring full recommissioningShowing a reputed 59,145 milesSupplied with an original sales brochure, service handbook and current V5C In addition to providing Jaguar with much-needed additional manufacturing capacity, its acquisition of Daimler in 1960 also brought the elegant Edward Turner-designed 90-degree 2,548cc V8.

Installing this lightweight hemispherical-head engine in the Mk2 bodyshell enabled Jaguar to create a more exclusive sporting saloon aimed at Daimler’s traditionally conservative clientele.

Introduced in 1962, the Daimler 2.5 V8 featured a distinctive fluted Daimler grille and was initially available only with Borg-Warner three-speed automatic transmission.

Like the Mk2, it employed four-wheel disc brakes, independent front suspension and a live rear axle located by a Panhard rod.

However, with leather upholstery, spot a...