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The controversially styled Daimler Dart was introduced at the New York Motor Show in 1959 and had its European debut at the 1959 Earls Court Motor Show; the Dart name was soon dropped after the threat of legal action from Chrysler who had a car of that name within their Dodge division. Thereafter this new sportscar was known as the Daimler SP250. Power was provided by the 2.5 litre, Edward Turner designed, V8 that soon became revered for the smoothness in its power delivery with 140bhp on tap. Independent double wishbone front suspension at the front and half elliptical springs at the rear with a live rear axle kept the car on the road with stopping power supplied by hydraulic disc brakes on all four corners. The coachwork was constructed with glass reinforced plastic providing a tough, strong and lightweight shape that enhanced performance with exciting and non-traditional looks. The 120mph plus capability was recognised by the police and they were soon being used as high-speed chase cars.

This excellent, and much loved 1962 Daimler SP250 'B' Specification has been in the same ownership for the last 41 years. Fitted with overdrive, rack and pinon steering, electronic ignition, aluminium radiator with Kenlowe fan and wire wheels with excellent tyres. This SP250 was subject to a repaint to the highest of standards in 2001 changing the colour from red to British Racing Green with beige leather interior with matching soft top and full tonneau cover. It is also supplied with the original hardtop which is still coloured red. This 'B' spec. Daimler Dart is supplied with a V5 registration document, a file of invoices and looks and drives as good as it was when it was restored in 2001. Consigned by John Tomlin

Lot details
Year: 1962
Make: Daimler
Model: SP250 'B' Specification
Registration: 2990 WF
Chassis No: 101436
Engine No: 7K3750
Odometer: 46,875

* Same ownership for over 40 years

* Restored several years ago

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make: Daimler
Model name: SP 250
First registration date: Not provided
Year of manufacture: 1962
Mileage (read): 46,875 mi
Chassis number: Not provided
Engine number: Not provided
Gearbox number: Not provided
Matching numbers: Not provided
Number of owners: Not provided

Technical details

Body style: Convertible
Power (kW/hp): 103/140
Cubic capacity (cm³): 2548
Cylinders: 8
Doors: Not provided
Steering: Not specified
Gearbox: Manual
Gears: Not provided
Transmission: Rear
Front brakes: Not provided
Rear brakes: Not provided
Fuel type: Petrol

Individual Configuration

Exterior color: Others
Manufacturer color name: -

Interior color: Others
Interior material: Others

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1962 | Daimler SP 250