A Lifetime of European Cars
Tag: Daimler
Established in 1896, Daimler became known for supplying cars to British royalty. Later absorbed by Jaguar in 1960.
Most recognizable models: Daimler Double Six (1926–1938), Daimler Majestic Major (1958–1968).
Years in business: 1896–2007 (brand dormant after Jaguar discontinued it).
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2014 United Kingdom
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Daimler DS420 Limousines
Now you’ve hit my Hot button. I have always loved the bustle back look of this DS420 Limo. Built from 1968-1992 in a corner of the Jaguar Coventry plant, this handmade car is the last “coach built” limo of its kind produced by any car company. It is the essential “British” limousine. Used by Royalty, Read More
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Daimler Ferret Tank
Designed as an urban fighting vehicle this 1958 Daimler Ferret scout car was used by the British army until 1998 when it was retired. Still sporting all its finery including its 40cal Browning (now semi-automatic) has the bullet proof, 6-cyliner Rolls-Royce engine and 4 speeds in both forward and reverse (for those hasty retreats). The Read More
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Daimler Conquest Roadster
Strange styling and a high price made this well-built British sporting car unable to compete with the Jaguar XK140 in 1957. Thus only 50 were built. This yellow car originally bought for King Faisel II of Iraq while he was student in England, has lived in the US since 1959. It is the last production Read More
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Daimler DS420 Coupe
Conceived by Daimler (a Jaguar owned company) but never built, we decided to bring this dream to a reality. Over several years and with the help of Donald Lower Coachworks, we shortened a DS420 limo. Extending the doors 10 inches and flattening the roofline a little to create this beautiful “personal” Daimler coupe. We sent Read More
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2011 United Kingdom & France
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2008 British Car Day
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2007 British Car Day