2026-09-12 10:38:06 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1968-daimler-v8-250-automatic-8qApy8

1968 Daimler V8 250 Automatic

Colour White

Odometer 41,626 Miles

Engine size 2548cc

Transmission Automatic, 3 speed

Steering position Right Hand Drive

Seller TypePrivate

Town Pontyclun

Country United Kingdom

Desirable Old English White with red wheels and interior

Current keeper since 1988 with only one previous owner listed on V5C

One of the final three most treasured cars from a discerning, lifelong collector of 50+ Jaguars

Very few miles since engine and gearbox service in 2019

Invoices for carburettor and brake overhaul in 2015

Fuel tank cleaned and suspension checked in 2016

Rare final version of the Turner-engined V8

Seller can arrange delivery to anywhere in the UK at purchaser’s cost

This Old English White example is a 1968 model that pairs a well-kept exterior with a smart red Ambla interior. A set of painted red wires adds some extra character. The car presents well in the usual Mk2 check areas, notably the sills, door bottoms, arches and wing tops. The interior wood shows some age, but it is not unsightly.

The current keeper has owned the car since 1988, and it forms part of his large marque collection. It has been used very sparingly in recent years, covering very few miles since extensive mechanical work between 2015 and 2019. This included the carburettors, brake system, suspension, fuel system, and a replacement water pump. The engine and gearbox were serviced less than 20 miles ago in 2019.

Kept throughout seller’s 38 year ownership in a heated garage and additionally maintained over the decades by a private ex-Jaguar mechanic as part of a larger collection. Stored throughout ownership in a heated garage Original number plate included on car. Any inspection welcome via arrangement through the estate manager. Seller’s pre sale inspection advises that the car is in excellent original condition with great shine to the paint and chromework.

The car starts well, sounds absolutely glorious with the V8 burble and he hopes any new owner will treasure it as much as the current collector.

This much-loved car is emerging from long-term ownership after 41 years. This is a chance to acquire a tidy, lightly used V8-250 that, after some general checks, would work well commercially for weddings or as a touring car.

Key Information

Mileage: 41,626 miles indicated

Country of registration: United Kingdom

Technical inspection status: few miles since last, voluntary, MOT in November 2020

Technical specs: 2,548cc V8, 3spd automatic

Paperwork: handbooks, workshop manual, books, MOTs, invoices, V5C

The Detail

Very good condition Old English White paintwork

Bodywork appears to be in good order across arches, sills and door bottoms

Advisories to note for underside on last MOT

Red painted wire wheels with older tyres fitted and matching spare

Red Ambla interior with matching door cards and carpets

Interior shows some patina including to wood veneers

Fitted with two-spoke factory wheel and period radio