Not Sold | 1936 Daimler E20 Limousine

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Not Sold (Est: £24,000 - £28,000)

1936 Daimler E20 Limousine

United Kingdom • 11 Jun 2016 • Lot 247

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1936 Daimler E20 is a rare classic with only 873 ever made. Having only two owners and low mileage (79,920) for its age, the car features a straight-six engine, pre-selector gearbox and is finished in midnight blue and black, offering a piece of British motoring history.

Condition

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The car is described as being in largely original condition and well-maintained by a knowledgeable enthusiast. It has a low mileage for its age and has been kept in a warm, heated environment. The presence of only two keepers in 80 years also suggests careful ownership. However, 'largely original' suggests some parts may have been replaced or restored, so it is not in perfect condition. The description also indicates that the car might need some level of reconditioning, as it's a classic car that is 80 years old.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

42531

Odometer:

79,920 miles

Reg Number:

CYK 444

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The E20 was manufactured between 1935 and 1939.

It offered the choice of coachbuilt Saloon, Sports Saloon, Fixedhead Coupé and Drophead Coupé bodies on a notably stiff box section chassis that featured integral lubrication and jacking systems.

The model was powered by an OHV straight-six engine with output of 19.3HP - sufficient for a top speed of almost 70mph.

This was mated to a four-speed pre-selector gearbox via Daimler's patented fluid flywheel.

Suspension was by semi-elliptic springs and beam axles all round and braking by Girling servo-assisted drums.

The total production of E20s was some 873, of which some 35 are known to have survived, making it a rare car today.

Daimlers were the sole royal appointment cars up to 1950 and this magnificent 1936 example is very much in this tradition.

Originally registered on 29 th July 1936, this Daimler has only had two keepers throughout its 80 years on the road and has covered the remarkably low mileage of 79,920.

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