Daimler - 2.5 V8 - 1966

The Daimler upgrades: Based on the Jaguar MK II. The Daimler 2. 5 V8 was released in 1962. Responsible for the design were William Lyons (bodywork) and Edward Turner (engine) . The base was similar to the Jaguar however Daimler used a 2. 5 litre V8 engine and it was only available with an automatic transmission until 1967. In terms of looks, the visible difference was the ribbed grille on the front. It only had one change until 1967, the Borg-Warner Type 35 gearbox was replaced by the Borg-Warner D1/D2 type gearbox in 1964. A small facelift was carried out in 1967, the bumper narrowed and the model was renamed V8 250. Production stopped in 1969. This vehicle: This car is a Daimler 2. 5L V8 from 1966. The vehicle was imported from America in 1993. The vehicle was completely restored with an eye for detail between 1993 and 2009. An extensive report of the restoration is available. The vehicle has a self-supporting body. It was restored and is in very good condition. The Daimler 8-cylinder water-cooled 2,584 cc 104 k. W OHV in V-setup was mounted lengthways. The engine was overhauled in 1996. The engine has 2 SU cross current carburettors. The engine runs without noise and has no leaks. The vehicle is used in summer, according to the owner. Approximately 5,000 km driven annually. The vehicle is stored in a closed, indoor space. It is obvious no expense or effort has been spared in getting and maintaining the car in its current condition. The car is in Eelde, the Netherlands.