4th May, 2025 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle May 2025 Classic, Performance & Supercar Auction
1994 Daimler Double-Six
***NO RESERVE***
Registration – J38411
Chassis No. – TBC
M.O.T. – Expired
Odometer – 35,000
‘J38411’ is a rarely seen example of the XJ40 saloon in optimum Daimler Double Six (factory code XJ81) form and featuring the 6-litre version of the sublime Jaguar V12 engine. Factory records suggest only around 200 in this specification left Browns Lane before the XJ40 range was superseded by the X300. ‘J38411’ is a factory right hand drive, UK specification model currently registered in Jersey. It also appears that this Double Six had an official Jaguar connection judging by the “JLR” property sticker in the door jamb complete with an asset register number. This high specification and rare Daimler is offered here with NO RESERVE and comes from the large collection of an individual enthusiast.
The XJ40 range from which ‘J38411’ hails was the successor to the original XJ model produced in three series over 18 years. Considered as the last true Jaguar saloon before Ford took ownership, the XJ40 was widely lauded and applauded at its launch in 1986. ‘J38411’ represents a very rare XJ81, range topping model which was only built for a single model year. ‘J38411’ presents in the popular Brooklands Green hue and exhibits the fluted radiator cowl and boot finisher so closely associated with the Daimler marque. The external appearance remains desirably original, right down to the 15-inch, turbine style alloy wheels and full length gold coachline. The luxurious cabin of ‘J38411’is exquisitely finished in Ivory leather, deeply varnished, inlaid wood veneer, woollen carpets and deep pile lambswool rugs. Originality in here is also excellent and the level of equipment was considered market leading for 1994. Refinements include electrically adjustable, heated front seats with memory settings, rear privacy blinds and veneered picnic tables, air conditioning and original Daimler branded head unit.
The mechanical specification of the Double Six is no less impressive with this car featuring the enlarged 6-litre version of the famed Jaguar V12 engine. This was originally rated at over 300bhp and mated to a 4-speed, GM 4L80-E automatic transmission. Even the under bonnet presentation appears excellent and entirely original making this a most desirable example of the innovative XJ40 saloon.
In summary:
- One of just over 200 or so originally made over just one year
- Fitted with the 6-litre version of the sublime Jaguar V12 engine
- Boasting a popular and well presented livery throughout
- Sadly non-runner
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Auction: The Bolesworth Castle May 2025 Classic, Performance & Supercar Auction, 4th May, 2025
Our May auction of classic, performance and supercars
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Saturday 3rd May,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 4th May, 9am - 12 noon
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