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- 1978 Daimler Double-Six V12 Coupé
1978 Daimler Double-Six V12 Coupé
Lot Number: 755
1978 Daimler Double-Six V12 Coupé
A delightful, usable, low-mileage Double-Six Coupé from long term ownership.
- Sold for: £17,438
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 28th September, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG
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BODY COLOUR
Burnt Orange -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
XRW 113S -
ODOMETER READING
60000 Miles
SUMMARY
A delightful, usable, low-mileage Double-Six Coupé from long term ownership.
DESCRIPTION
- On offer from 44 years ownership and just 60,500 miles from new
- Distinctively presented in a Burnt Orange hue with a black vinyl roof, navy blue leather interior and GKN 'Kent' alloys, an option in period
- According to its Heritage Certificate, this particular car was built in February 1975, finished in black and exported to Switzerland where it was believed to be a dealer demonstrator. Repatriated to the UK and registered on the 06/03/1978
- The car has been garaged during the last 44 years and rarely used in the rain, explaining its state of preservation
- Within the history file are invoices for some £31,000 for works carried out by Fisher Restoration of Droitwich, with the most recent one for a service on 05/08/2024
- A perfect blend of style, performance and rarity, only 407 examples of these elegant pillarless coupés were to find homes
- Fresh to market in c.40 years, this is a super opportunity to own one of Jaguar's flagship chariots, to use 'as is' or take to the next level
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 755
- Make
- DAIMLER
- Model
- DOUBLE SIX COUPE
- Variant
- Coupe
- Registration Number
- XRW 113S
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 2F50001BW
- Engine Number
- 7P2071SA
- Transmission
- Auto
- Body Colour
- Burnt Orange
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
79 / 135
Exterior
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Remarks
Small tear in drivers seat and rear headlining is dropping slightly
Engine
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Vehicle History
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 30th September between 9am and 2pm.
Any vehicles not collected by this time will be transported to a secure storage facility in Northampton by our transport partner EM Rogers, the charges for which are £175 plus VAT for removal and £10 plus VAT per day for storage. We will make contact post-sale to confirm how you will be removing your vehicle(s). If we do not hear back from you by 5pm on Sunday evening, we will arrange collection with EM Rogers on your behalf.
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