1977 Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas Jaguar V12

1977 Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas Jaguar V12

Only 1500 of made and only a handful in Australia.

Wow what a car! Genuine ONE OWNER prior to me with only 174. 00 klms. Its amazing the condition of this original. unused example. Absolutely no RUST anywhere in panels or floors. It is evident of the condition that this car has been garaged most or all of her life.

Australia compliance and delivered by Bryson Industries January 1978 at a staggering cost of $40. 00. The most expensive Daimler/Jaguar you could buy back then. Colour is called Coral with Chamios leather.

The Daimler has been garaged and not seen the light of day since 2006 so she will need a bit of recommissioning. Starts and runs smoothly on all 12 with no noises or issues. does not over heat and no oil leaks. Looks as though the auto has been reconditioned as well as the power steering pump and rack. Brakes will need attention due to sitting for so long but do work well enough for transport purposes. All I have done to her so far is clean tanks. fresh fuel. cleaned injectors. new plugs . eplaced coolant. oil and a few other small items. Compression test shows 125-130 psi on all cylinders.

While its looks good from a distance paint is only fair but mostly original. Body is straight with good panel alignment. Vinyl roof is in good condition. chrome work is excellent. Front screen looks as though it has been replaced. Michelin tyres have 95% tread. Has an aftermarket sunroof. All rubbers are soft. All doors close like bank vaults with no hinge wear. Central locking is working.

Interior is amazing for its age. Woodwork is original and is almost faultless. Crash pad has no cracks. Leather has some patina but is generally in good condition and will come up a treat once restored. Carpets are OK and should clean up nicely. Door trims etc are good. All windows work well as with all other electrics including original electric aerial. central locking and radio. A/C will need recommissioning but the compressor and high pressure hoses look as though they have been renewed some time. Boot is tidy with spare and original jack.

Comes with original leather bound cover for hand books. service books etc. Unfortunately I do not have any receipts for previous work done.

I have only driven her up down the road for testing purposes. she drives nicely and does everything right. She holds the water temp nicely. has good oil pressure and plenty of V12 power with smooth gear changes. No whines. grinds knocks or rattles.

Can help with interstate transport at buyers cost. Please don't ask can I drive her home because as mentioned brakes need attention and she will need a good going over before putting her back on the road

Would love to keep her but losing my gargae space and circumstances have changed.

Email for questions and or inspections. Car is located at Wagstaffe on the Central Coast NSW. Paypal will incur extra charges

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