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Lot details
Registration No: TRF679G
Chassis No: IK4814DN
Mot Expiry: June 2007

In addition to yielding a much-needed extra factory, Jaguar's acquisition of Daimler in 1960 also brought with it the exquisite Ed Turner designed 90º V8 engine. By installing this 2548cc 'hemi' into the MKII bodyshell, Jaguar hoped to create a more exclusive, upmarket car that would appeal to Daimler's more conservative client base. Launched in 1962, the new model wore a distinctive version of the traditional Daimler fluted grille and was initially only available with three-speed automatic transmission. In common with the MKII, it featured all round disc brakes, independent front suspension and a Panhard rod located 'live' rear axle. Though, with leather upholstery, spot and fog lamps, heated rear window and wheel trims (rim bellishers) as standard, it was notably better equipped. Credited with 140bhp and 155lbft of torque, the Daimler was reputedly capable of 115mph. Much scarcer than its sibling, it was also held to enjoy superior chassis dynamics thanks to its more favourable weight distribution.
Finished in grey with red leather upholstery, this particular example is variously described by the vendor as being in "good" (electrical equipment, bodywork, paintwork, chromework), "very good" (2548cc engine, four-speed plus overdrive manual gearbox, interior trim) or "superb" (chassis) condition. Said to have had "considerable mechanical work done by XJK (Jaguar / Daimler specialists) including: a new battery, exhaust, carburettor rebuild, front suspension / brake overhaul (bushes, track rod arms, discs, pads), interior lights and wash / wipe etc", 'TRF 679G' is further understood to benefit from "repainted wheels, brand new tyres and an extensively waxoyled floorpan". Believed to have covered just 75,334 miles from new, this rare manual Daimler V8 250 is offered for sale with XJK bills / receipts, MOT certificate valid until June 6th 2007 and historic class (free) road tax until March 31st 2007.