Daimler Eight V8 XJ Series Eight V8 XJ Series Rare Model + Excellent Provenance + Full History + Outstanding Condition (U1049)

Vehicle Description

Daimler Eight 4.0 V8 Long Wheel Base (LWB)

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We are delighted to offer for sale this ultra rare and exceptional condition Daimler Eight LWB. This example has an excellent provenance, Full Service History and is exceptional throughout.

Supplied new in January 1998 by Jaguar Mayfair. We originally acquired this car from the owner who had owned since 2012. We supplied to a regular customer in August 2020 and it arrives back with us due to lack of use.

The service book and history file shows the following services:

1,567 miles 18.01.99
4,072 miles 03.04.00
6,552 miles 23.01.01
20,046 miles 19.06.06
28,647 miles 11.05.07
37,733 miles 10.06.08
38,825 miles 10.09.08
42,021 miles 19.10.12
43,968 miles 08.11.13
47,960 miles 04.11.16 (service + front / rear pads)
55,721 miles 16.04.19 (service + fuel pump / fuel filter)
58,685 miles 20.08.20 by Jaguar Sheffield

There were no advisory items on the recent MOT. Supplied with fresh MOT upon sale.

Two new top chain tensioners (all alloy) and new drive belt etc at 42,050 miles in October 2012 (with invoice by W and S Jaguar Specialist Surrey).

Replace timing chains (x4) , tensioners, water pump, associated seals, gaskets, spark plugs (NGK) , ignition coil packs etc (£3,108.47 - 43,968 miles).

New rear and middle exhausts , new front cats etc 44,500 miles - £1,624.20)

Rustbuster rust proofing carried out in September 2016 with certificate.

Gearbox service along with o/s and n/s lower ball joints - 20.07.17 - £1,185.54

Genuine Jaguar / Daimler shock absorbers and springs - 14.08.17 - £1,775.79

Front brake discs + pads 05.07.19 at 56,329 miles.

Specification of this Daimler Eight includes:
-4.0 litre V8 engine (290 bhp / £270 per year road tax)
-Automatic Gearbox
-Anthracite Paintwork
-Oatmeal Leather
-Antelope Piping
-Burr Walnut Inlay
-Long Wheel Base
-16 inch Crown Wheels
-Heated Front Seats
-Sunroof
-Chrome Upper Environment
-Cruise Control
-CD Changer
-Air Particle Filter
-Ride Level Nivomat
-Electrochromic Mirrors
-Rear Sunblind
-GSM Phone
-Lambswool Rugs
-Folding Mirrors
-Driver Memory Seat
-Full Size Spare Wheel

We also have lots of spare items the enthusiast owner has collected over the years in case anything was dis-continued etc which are included in the sale price.

Mechanical Condition:
This Daimler has an excellent provenance and has been owned by our enthusiast customer since 2012. The car has been maintained to an extremely high standard both cosmetically and mechanically. The 4.0 litre V8 engine is extremely smooth and quiet operating exactly as it should, likewise the gearbox. There are no warning lights on the dashboard after extended test drive. The tyres are all Premium Michelin Primacy items with 4/5mm tread. The car rides beautifully on 16 inch Crown wheels and as can be seen from the invoices, it has been renewed. Supplied with fresh Jaguar service and MOT. Any inspection or test drive welcome.

Exterior Condition:
This Daimler still has a real presence in the flesh and looks very special without being ostentatious. The Anthracite Paintwork is in very good, bright condition for the year and miles. There are no large or excess chips to the bonnet. The chrome work is all in good, bright condition. The Crown wheels are in exceptional order with no ingrained dirt or curbing damage to the outer edges. Professional 'Rustbuster' treatment to to the underside of the vehicle. There are no car park dents or other significant marks and this car has been cherished and garaged by our customer. Individual body panel and wheel pictures available on our website. HD video walk around on request / live whatsapp viewing etc.

Interior Condition:
The interior of this Daimler is particularly desirable in terms of original specification and current condition. This example has never been smoked in or used to -