2005 Daimler Super Eight LWB

Serene, opulent and effortlessly powerful this car has to be driven to be believed – it’s a Daimler of course The “Garnet Red” paintwork presents well and really suits the cars stately appearance. There is a deep, even consistent shine right across the car. The are a minor flaws as would be expected on a car of this age. Most notably some scratches on the front valance and lower parts of the car, a few minor chips on the wheel arches and a small scratch on the near side of the rear valance. There is also a small are of bubbling on the roof. Overall, however, the paintwork looks good. The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there for yourselves. So please take the time to fully assess these high-resolution images and videos of the car, for you to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint. The car stands straight, all panels look good, and we could see no evidence of any significant repair. Panel gaps all look good and boot, bonnet and all four doors open and close with reassuring precision. Exactly what as we would expect from Jaguar engineering. We've highlighted in more detail our observations through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer, and for you to assess the condition of the car for yourself. Dials, switches and gauges all look in very good condition with no cracks, scratches or misting that we could see. Letters and numbers are clear, and Ashley confirms everything works properly. Burr Walnut surround and trim is clean and unmarked with no apparent cracking or fading of the finish. Please take the time to look at the hi resolution images and video of the interior so that you see the quality of this interior for yourself. Superb! On our short drive with Ashley the car demonstrated is sublime roadholding, awesome power and comfort. This is a luxury carriage indeed and it’s no surprise that these cars were the choice of royalty. The V8 power is aided by the lightweight aluminium chassis of the XJ, on which the Daimler is based, making this car 200kg lighter than the previous models. Windscreen, rear and side windows look clear and free from significant marks or wear. Lights, lenses and mirrors all look good with no cracks, scratching or misting that we could see. The chrome trim looks in superb condition and the signature, fluted bonnet looks great. Badging presents well and lights and the badging, while showing some ageing, still looks great. 19-inch alloy wheels look in fair condition and we could see no major cracks or chips. There are, however, kerb marks on all four wheels and therefore some refurbishment work would help bring them up to the standard of the rest of the car. Tyres appear in sound condition and a full-size spare is included The cabin is everything you would expect from Daimler class and quality. Ivory leather seats present beautifully with hardly any signs of wear. Even the bolster on the driver’s seat looks great. Ashley confirms that all four seats are electrically adjustable and work exactly as they should. The Mocha coloured carpets are also in great shape, and this is complemented by signature Burr Walnut trim which looks stunning. Both front and rear seats are powered, the driver’s also being equipped with heating and memory functions. The car also has rear door blinds, electric rear window blind and electric sunroof. Even the front seat position is adjustable from the rear seating position as befits a long wheelbase Daimler. Power comes from Jaguars 4.2-litre supercharged V8 engine and is transferred to the rear wheels through a silky smooth six-speed automatic gearbox. The results are a 0-60 time of around 5 seconds and electronically governed top speed of 155MPH. The engine bay is tidy with no obvious signs of damage or leaks. On our cold start the car fired up easily and settled to a steady even idle with that characteristic V8 burble and emissions appeared clear. These cars are comprehensively equipped offering, among other things electric windows, climate control, audio system and satellite navigation. Both front and rear seats are powered. Ashley advises there are a couple of electrical niggles probably resulting from under use. There is a parking brake amber warning light on the dash, not an MOT failure because the electric park brake works perfectly. Also, the key fob seems underpowered, it will lock and unlock the car when held close to the dash, but outside of the car it doesn't work. The key has to be used to lock and unlock, thereby setting the alarm and needing ignition key entry fairly quickly. Lastly the air conditioning, whilst clearly blowing cool and therefore 'working', is not blowing adequately cold and does need recharging. Otherwise, all switchgear, dials and gauges look in good condition. This is a stunning, prestige carriage that offers fantastic performance with the best of Daimler opulence and tradition. It represents an opportunity to enter a world of unparalleled luxury – at least for the length of your journey. With a very low mileage and a cosseted life this car offers the potential for many more miles of serene, smooth and supremely comfortable motoring. With an MOT history that supports the recorded mileage and an MOT until August 2025 this Super Eight has to be almost irresistible. The private registration 2 DLS is not being sold with the car. The car will be sold with a new, age related registration. We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, and as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment on the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming. If there's anything you're unsure about, no matter how small, then please first ask the owner in the comments area below before placing your bid/s, as bids can't be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car - just like a traditional auction house. The ride was smooth with no rattles, bumps or untoward noises. The car glided along and absorbed the unevenness of the road surface with ease. On braking the car pulled up quickly and evenly without pulling to either side. All characteristic of Jaguar engineering. We are advised the steering wheel was replaced to match the rest of the wood and the finish speaks for itself. The wood, ivory leather covered boss and Daimler badging all look superb. Likewise, the Burr Walnut and Ivory leather auto selector and console perfectly the match the luxury and condition of the rest of the interior.