2017-09-10 11:14:33 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 9/10/17
www.classiccarauctions.co.uk/daimler-250-v8-8341

Auction description:
CCA September 2017 Classic Car Sale
1969 Daimler 250 V8
Lot: 410
Estimate (£): 12,000 - 15,000

Offered for sale is a 2.5L 1969 Daimler 250 V8 automatic that has been with the current owner for the last 13 years. Coming with an extensive history file, this lot's condition scores 80 / 135.

Mechanically restored with scope for some light restoration...

Found by current owner whilst visiting New Zealand and repatriated in 2004
Engine, gearbox, power steering and brakes stripped and rebuilt with all new bearings and seals.
Currently dry-stored and used occasionally on fine days
Large history file from its life in the South Pacific suggests the mileage of 48,000 may be correct
Very presentable dark blue exterior with pleasantly aged grey and wood lined interior

Lot Details
Registration: ANK 322G RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive
Year: 1969
Engine size: 2.5L
Make: Daimler
Odometer reading (miles): 48719
Model: 250 V8
MOT expiry: 2018-09-17
Warranted: Yes
Chassis number: 4K4087
CCA Condition Report
Overall: 80 / 135

Original paint and chrome is complete and suffers only from the patina expected in an almost 50 year old car. Solid bodywork with no visual or structural corrosion due to low mileage and never being driven on salted roads. Some minor dents to the roof and one lower sill. Screen rubbers and door seals are sound and leak-free but are due for replacement. Period style roof mounted aerial has been fitted. Original tool kit included also.
Interior

Upholstery would apear to be original except for sun visors which have been hand fabricated and modelled to match factory fit. Leather is intact and sound. One small cigarette burn on drivers seat. Furflex is intact and sound but faded and due for replacement. Carpets are original and presentable - no unsightly wear or damage but what you'd expect of a low mileage, late 60's classic. Woodwork is all original and in excellent condition.

Engine has been stripped, cleaned, re-painted and had all new rings, bearings and seals throughout. Did not require any rebore or regrinding. Water pump, alternator and arburettors rebuilt. Radiator recored and electric fan fitted. Electronic ignition and full stainless steel exhaust fitted.
Transmission

Auto transmission has been stripped, cleaned, painted and rebuilt with new clutches/band, bearings and seals throughout. New inhibitor switch fitted also.
Running Gear

All suspension and steering is original. Power steering system has been stripped, cleaned and all bearings/seals replaced. Brakes have been stripped, stainless sleeves, seals and pistons fitted to all wheel cylinders, new master cylinder fitted and uprated brake booster unit fitted. Back axle doesn't appear to require anything doing to it.

All electrics are fully functioning, except for the dashboard clock (low cost minor repair required), and the rev counter needs a little tap to make it read once the engine is running.
Vehicle History
Remarks

First registered new in NZ in 1969 (built in Coventry Oct 1968), then purchased by the present owner and returned to the UK in 2004. All original new owner manuals and service history is included. Full NZ registration history documentation, the actual NZ registration plates and shipping to the UK documents are included. Dry-stored and never driven on slated roads. Comprehensive receipts for all work carried out. Jaguar Heritage certificate and photos of the original factory build log confirming matching part numbers and build spec included also.