FOR SALE VIA PUBLIC AUCTION
Sunday 27 June, 2.30pm

ASB Showgrounds, Auckland
All lots are subject to a buyer’s premium of 15%+GST

Further info available on our website.

The Daimler 2.5 V8/V8-250 was produced from 1962 until 1969 and was the first Daimler car to be based on a Jaguar platform. It was the first with a unitary body, and the last to feature a Daimler engine. The hemispherical head V8 designed by Edward Turner and first used in the SP250 Daimler Dart sports car was outstanding. It was largely responsible for the V8-250’s reputation as one of the finest cars of its era. Automatic transmission was standard, with manual gearbox and power-steering as optional extras, though only in late production. Despite the Daimler engine’s lower weight, a top speed of 112mph and a 0-60mph time of 13.6 seconds, it was always more of a grand touring car than a racer for the road. Top speed was reached at 6800rpm, prompting Autocar to write: “The Daimler’s particular strength is therefore it’s sweet and near silent running at any engine speed.” The Daimler 250 as represented here lasted from 1962 until 1967.

With more than 17,600 manufactured across its two iterations it was the best-selling car in Daimler history. Our example was sold new in New Zealand and first registered on 14 June 1965. Displaying a lovely patina of age, the car delivers a fine presence with a nice wood interior and lustrous silver paintwork that belies its age. Mileage reads 1,891. Electronic ignition is in situ as is a partial tool kit and modern stereo. A rare find in this state with vendor a noted marque expert and engineer. Classic/collectable ownership does not come with much better credentials than this.