Registration – GAC 604C

Chassis No. – P1A10023.B.W

M.O.T. – Exempt

Odometer – 87,136

‘GAC 604C’ hails from 1965 and so is a pre-facelift example of the Daimler saloon, delineating it as the “2.5 V8” which would be renamed the “V8-250” at a later point. The 2.5 V8 was the first Jaguar designed car to wear a Daimler badge, basically being a re-branded MKII Jaguar saloon. ‘GAC 604C’ is a twelve former keeper car with the current vendor owning it for around 4 years or so. ‘GAC 604C’s’ odometer shows a recorded 87,136 miles which appears to be supported by the MOT history. This also suggests that the Daimler has covered less than 50 miles since 2010. ‘GAC 604C’ is classified as an Historic Vehicle and so is MOT exempt and zero rated for road tax. The Daimler was last MOT’d in 2019, comes from the large collection of an individual enthusiast, and is offered here with a history file and NO RESERVE.

‘GAC 604C’ presents in the eye-catching and less common Opalescent Silver Blue livery with plenty of chromed brightwork to the radiator, bumpers and window surrounds. The Daimler is easily differentiated from its Jaguar cousin by the signature fluted radiator surround and boot trim piece. ‘GAC 604C’ sits on a desirable set of chromed, cross spoked wheels affixed with twin eared centre spinners complete with an embossed Daimler “D.” The luxurious cabin is finished in grey leather with blue carpets and plenty of wood veneer. The seats are heavily patinaed with the odd split and tear noted in places. Even the original push button radio is present, underlining the delightful originality of this example.

The innovative 2.5-litre V8, Edward Turner designed engine fitted to is ‘GAC 604C’ one of the smallest production V8s ever produced. It is renowned for its smooth running as well as offering a great performance to economy ratio for a relatively heavy luxury saloon. ‘GAC 604C’ is fitted with a three speed Borg Warner automatic transmission with a column mounted gear change lever. Documents in the paperwork archive point to an earlier engine rebuild.

In summary:

• The subject of an earlier engine rebuild reportedly
• Offered in a desirable blue livery with a light grey interior
• MOT exempt and zero rated for road tax