With clientele in the upper classes and royalty, the Daimler brand has long been associated with the pinnacle of fine motoring.

Jaguar's acquisition of the brand in the 1960s meant that models were shared, but allowed the Daimler versions to be fully specified with almost every conceivable extra as standard.

In the 1990s Ford transformed the Jaguar brand, helping to reclaim its reputation for quality and comfort.

The new X300 XJ series was the first all-new model to benefit from this fruitful collaboration.

Successfully combining luxury, refinement and tradition, without over-dependance on electronics, the X300 series went on to become one of Jaguar's most successful models.

The Daimler Six is powered by the 4.0-litre straight-six AJ16 engine, which gained a reputation for smooth reliable power delivery with high mileage potential.

It is considered one of the best engines ever produced under the Jaguar name.

Sumptuous, supremely comfortable and reassuringly understated, the Daim...