1961 Daimler SP250

Highlights

• Left-hand drive example, originally specified for the European market
• One of only 2,654 built
• In one family's ownership for some 20 years
• Supplied with both soft top and fibreglass hard top
• Desirable manual transmission
• Accompanied by a quantity of small spares and two service manuals

The Appeal

Conceived by Edward Turner - the man behind the legendary Triumph Speed Twin motorcycle - the Daimler SP250 was loaded with glamorous, sporty character with just a gentle dose of rebellion. The fibreglass body may have seemed a little unusual, even for the ever-daring '60s, but it carved out a unique niche, and became a distinctive addition to a highly competitive market.
The SP250 paired a 2,548cc V8 with a tonnage of only 940kg, which resulted in genuine 120mph performance. Quite the proposition, and with only 2,654 built before Jaguar gobbled up the Daimler brand, it's a proposition that has only grown sweeter and more exclusive over the years.

This left-hand drive example spent some 20 years in one family's care, reportedly a favourite in the household and regularly pressed into service for continental touring. Thanks to that bright green livery, there's no doubt it's a headturner!

Key Information

• Mileage: 61,588 miles
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT-exempt
• Technical specs: 2,548cc V8 petrol, manual transmission, glass fibre bodywork
• Paperwork: Swansea V5C registration document and two service manuals

The Detail

• Reportedly started readily at last fire-up
• Little used recently and would likely benefit from a service before active use
• Bodywork looks in good overall order, with some light age-commensurate wear
• Some gentle patina to the wheels and brightwork
• Cracked windscreen requiring repair or replacement
• Fibreglass hard top included but lacks rear window glass
• Black hood and tonneau cover included
• Specially constructed lockable luggage trunk with wind deflector, designed to sit on the rear seats
• Interior very original with age-commensurate wear
• Instruments are clean and legible
• A quantity of small spares accompanies the car

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