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1968 DAIMLER V8-250
United Kingdom • 30 Jul 2026 • Lot 43
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
A 1968 Daimler V8-250 Saloon, finished in Regency Red, offered at no reserve. Features a recent rebuild, upgraded brakes, and a notably sound underside, presenting a usable classic with potential for improvement.
This well-documented example has had long-term ownership and comes with substantial history, making it an appealing choice for enthusiasts.
Condition
7
Previous rebuild, some fettling needed
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Odometer:
17,420 miles
PRF835G
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
In Brief:
A charming example of the Jaguar platformed V8-250
Finished in Regency Red with matching wire wheels over Black leather
Owned by The Vendor for the last 11 years
Completed rebuild carried out by previous owner
Described as one of the most rust-free examples underneath that you are likely to find
Auctioneer's Notes:
Offered at No Reserve, this 1968 Daimler V8-250 Saloon presents as a tempting and highly usable classic saloon, finished in Regency Red and retaining all the charm, elegance and understated performance for which the model is so well regarded.
The Vendor has owned the car for 11 years and reports that it was completely rebuilt, both bodily and mechanically, by the previous owner.
The car was also subject to a colour change from Blue to Regency Red during that rebuild, with the repaint understood to have been carried out as a bare-shell job by an ex-Vicarage employee.
The Vendor describes it as one of the most rust-free examples underneath that you are l...
Points of note
£410
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,775
Median Price (Since 2020)
£31,624
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on May 21 2025
Latest MOT Mileage
15,565 miles
Registration Date
1968-08-01
MOT History
Passed
On May 22 2024 with 15,565 miles
Passed
On Sep 20 2022 with 14,333 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play connecting rod bush (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Sep 07 2021 with 13,672 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Sep 29 2020 with 13,223 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On Aug 13 2019 with 12,948 miles
Failed
On Aug 13 2019 with 12,948 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Passed
On Aug 06 2018 with 11,940 miles
Passed
On Aug 08 2017 with 11,434 miles
Passed
On Aug 19 2016 with 10,906 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- os rear wheel arch very close to tyre(rubbing)
Passed
On Jul 20 2015 with 10,353 miles
Failed
On Jul 20 2015 with 10,353 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Passed
On Jul 07 2014 with 9,674 miles
Passed
On Jul 19 2013 with 9,584 miles
Passed
On Jul 23 2012 with 9,482 miles
Passed
On Jul 14 2011 with 9,338 miles
Passed
On Jul 22 2010 with 9,224 miles
Passed
On Jul 23 2009 with 9,119 miles
Passed
On Jul 11 2008 with 8,975 miles
Passed
On Jul 14 2007 with 8,827 miles
Passed
On Jul 13 2006 with 8,662 miles
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