2024-03-16 10:54:34 | pauls writes:

Car at auction 3/24

www.classiccarauctions.co.uk/1968-daimler-v8-250-recc31953-1-nec-0324

Auction description:

Lot Number 188

Make DAIMLER

Model V8 250

Registration Number OPY 222G

MOT Expiry 29/01/2025

Chassis Number 1K3654DN

Engine Number 7K3752

Transmission Manual

Body Colour Topaz Gold

Introduced in October 1967, the V8-250 was a minor facelift of the long-running 2.5 V8 saloon

Differences were minor; slimline bumpers and over-riders, negative-earth electrics, an alternator, padded door caps, reclining split-bench front seats and a heated rear window

Finished in Topaz Gold with a red leather interior and fitted with wire wheels

Rare factory-fitted manual gearbox with factory-fitted overdrive which works on fourth gear

Engine rebuild in 1995 and more recent restoration/refresh (see Condition Report)

From 11 years current ownership with 82,434 miles indicated. MOT until January 2025 issued with 'no advisories'

Large history file which includes the original Daimler V8-250 Periodic Maintenance vouchers and MOTs back to 1980 at 43,289 miles

It's a funny old world, a Mk2 Jaguar in similar condition would be guided at least twice as much