1961 | Daimler SP 250
1961 Daimler Dart SP250 (B-Spec)
1961 Daimler Dart SP250 (B-Spec)
1961 Daimler Dart SP250 (B-Spec)
1961 Daimler Dart SP250 (B-Spec)
Lot details
Year: 1961
Make: Daimler
Model: Dart SP250 (B-Spec)
Registration: MJE 279
Chassis No: 103751
Odometer: 24,065
• A well restored B-Spec example
• Comes with a hardtop
• Manual gearbox
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 sports car 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.
Originally registered on 20th July 1961 this Daimler presents exceedingly well in Mountain Blue with Black leather interior. It has been painstakingly restored by Eric Morley, a recognised specialist in SP250's, with the work carried out being well documented. The V8 engine runs well, these are very reliable units that sound great and the manual gearbox operates as it should. The trim has been replaced by an ex- Mulliner Park Ward trimmer, this has been done to a very high standard. Supplied with a V5 registration document, a current MoT test certificate valid until 5th May 2027, together with previous log books, tax discs and a hardtop. A fabulous example of an increasingly rare piece of British motoring history. Consigned by Stewart Banks

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