2026-07-24 12:16:43 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1969-daimler-250-8KGLl8

1969 Daimler 250 V8

Colour Silver

Odometer 24,000 Miles

Engine size 2500cc

Transmission Automatic, 5 speed

Steering position Right Hand Drive

Seller Type Private

Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, United Kingdom

Fabulous candidate for a wedding car

Desirable V8-engined version of the Jaguar Mk2

Believed to be highly original and unmodified

A transport is required for collection

Been in storage and not driven for several years, will need TLC

This 1969 example is offered as an honest, straightforward classic. The vendor acquired it in July 2025 and has not carried out any work. It comes with limited paperwork, but is reported to be in good running, driving order, ready for a new custodian to take to the next level.

Key Information

Mileage: 24,000 miles (indicated, unwarranted)

Country of registration: United Kingdom

Technical inspection status: exempt from MOT

Technical specs: 2.5-litre Turner V8, three-speed auto

Paperwork: offered with limited documentation, vendor states no service history available

Notice to bidders: this car was subject to a CAT D insurance loss in 2014

The Detail

Purchased by the current owner in July 2025

No work has been carried out on the vehicle during the current ownership

No modifications to the seller's knowledge; the car has undergone a colour change at some point (previously red)

The vendor notes that the engine starts, but advises a transport will be required for collection

The car has been stored for the majority of its current ownership (since July 2025) and the vendor advises a transport would be best for collection