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- 1971 Daimler Sovereign Series I 4.2-Litre
1971 Daimler Sovereign Series I 4.2-Litre
Lot Number: 767
1971 Daimler Sovereign Series I 4.2-Litre
A fine example of the 'deep grille' Series I that appears to be an older restoration and is offered without reserve.
- ESTIMATE: £6,000 - £8,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN
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BODY COLOUR
Warwick Grey -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
FAC 146K -
ODOMETER READING
42150 Miles
SUMMARY
A fine example of the 'deep grille' Series I that appears to be an older restoration and is offered without reserve.
DESCRIPTION
- The new Series I XJ6-based Sovereign was introduced in October 1969 and was externally virtually identical to its Jaguar sibling with the exception of the fluted grille and Daimler badging
- This 1971 Series I presents well in Warwick Grey with chrome wire wheels and Speedwell mirrors over a Beige Connolly hide interior with a Moto-Lita wood-rimmed wheel
- Supplied by George Kidd Motors in Leamington Spa to a Mr S.T Sherwood on 01/01/1972, the original service book shows its first service at 3,525 miles in the September of that year
- The history file shows evidence of a full body respray, a receipt for over £2,000 is visible merely for trim pieces and parts and there is a £2,800 invoice for headlining and door card retrimming
- Also in the file there is evidence of an engine strip down and rebuild in July 2021, multiple historic MOT Certificates and tax discs
- These Series I cars are rare and this represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a well cared for example, sensibly estimated and offered without reserve
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 767
- Make
- DAIMLER
- Model
- SOVEREIGN 4.2
- Variant
- Series 1
- Registration Number
- FAC 146K
- Chassis Number
- 1V7056BW
- Engine Number
- 7L44559S
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Warwick Grey
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Alex Lucocq
- Car Specialist
- 07739 344627
- alex@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
89 / 135
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
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