1950 Daimler DB18

This absolute beauty is famous as a post-war luxury car often used by celebrities and royalty, including a prominent variant used by Winston Churchill. This magnificent example came in PX as sadly the previous senior owner was struggling with driving her. I am very pleased to offer her for sale. As described in a 1951 advert. 'Swift as a swallows swoop across the hedgerows, responsive as a soft mouth of your favourite grey… this is the car for the country lover who appreciates beauty and craftsmanship in the things he owns. Features of this Daimler 2522cc Inline 6 cylinder special sport include new cylinder head design, dual carburettors and overdrive on Top Gear. 'This iconic and rare (one of only 500) flagship of the range Daimler looks exceptionally impressive with drophead coachwork by 'Barker & Co' incorporating sweeping lines and sleekly spatted rear wheels it drives very nicely too, with plenty of pulling power from it's 2.5 litre engine and the Wilson box is also smooth in operation. The lined duck cloth hood is still in newish order as is the leather upholstery. Rare 4-seat family model, production models usually only 2 or 3 seat config. Tastefully finished in two-tone silver metallic with sienna brown leather, this fine example was manufactured during 1950, and was extensively restored decades ago by an affluent DLOC member but never put on the road, just kept under cover in his factory premises, so now ready for a new owner to own and enjoy after its lengthy hibernation. Sadly due to the length of time off the road, she lost her original registration and has been issued with a period correct number when she was put back on the road late 2024. From the Chassis number, this car was the 106th car off the production line. She comes with a box folder of old paperwork and handbook, including photos of the extensive restoration that took place many years ago. Nice and clean underneath as she is on top, no rot or horror stories lurking under there. We have just had the fluid flywheel reconditioned and is now in fully working order. Marque Info - The Daimler 'Special Sports' is based upon the post war DB18 chassis with several important modifications, the most notable being an overdrive preselect gearbox, high ratio differential, hydro/mechanical brakes, and alloy cylinder head. The standard DB18 chassis had built in jacks, an automatic lubrication system and heater as standard, which also feature on this car. The title 'Special Sports' is a misnomer, the car should rightly be regarded as a comfortable high speed touring car. Its seasoned ash frame, heavy upholstered seats, thick Wilton carpet and beautifully Grafted wooden trim, an extremely comfortable drop top. The car will comfortably cruise at 60mph plus and is easily capable of motorway speeds. The long wheelbase and excellent suspension, independent at the front, iron out the bumps and give the car a lovely long legged ride. The chassis of the DB18 range rarely give cause for concern, they are built of high grade steel and well engineered. You could buy one of these beauties for a little over £2500 back in 1950, in today's money that equates to £110,000.