FOR SALE: Daimler Sovereign Series 1 – 1972 2.8 Automatic

The Eccentric English Thoroughbred That Refuses to Be Forgotten

One of only 8 remaining 2.8 examples still in the United Kingdom (Source; howmanyleft.com)

Discovered as a true barn find in late 2024, this dignified Daimler had slumbered peacefully since 1983. Now, after over 200 hours of painstaking recommissioning by a former Stratstone mechanic with more than 40 years’ experience in the industry, she has been coaxed back to her former glory – while deliberately retaining her wonderfully original character.

Presented in rare Ascot Fawn coachwork with sumptuous contrasting Red leather interior, she is mechanically robust, tax-exempt, and comes complete with a Jaguar Heritage Certificate detailing her full original build specification.

The car had an MOT inspection carried out in September 2025 which was completed with no advisories. A future MOT is not mandatory.

Key Features by Part Type

Engine & Cooling

• Fully serviced with new sparkplugs, filters and Castrol oil
• Manual choke kit fitted
• Reconditioned water pump
• Reconditioned radiator
• Carburettors professionally tuned
• New distributor and electronic ignition
• New fuel senders and fuel caps
• New cam cover bolts and oil gauge sender

Braking System

• Full new brake system
• New EBC grooved front discs and pads
• New front brake calipers
• Reconditioned brake master cylinder

Interior & Trim

• Full headlining retrim
• New seatbelts (Front and Rear)
• New switches
• New ash-trays and lower grill
• New furflex kit fitted
• New over-mats
• Brand new set of Kent lightweight alloy wheels with brand new Avon tyres (Costing over £1,350)

Electrical & Ancillaries

• New battery
• New bushes and consumables
• Miscellaneous new parts throughout

Body & Originality

• Bodywork remains totally original (aside from one new sill)
• Never repainted – preserved in its authentic, honest condition
• Solid structure and mechanically sound

This is no trailer queen or over-restored show pony. She is a proper, honest, slightly eccentric British classic that has been brought back to life with love, respect, and just enough mechanical sympathy to make her reliable and enjoyable once more.

She now seeks a new keeper – someone who appreciates originality, heritage, and a touch of delightful British quirkiness.

Serious enquiries only.

£12,650 or Close Offer.