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Daimler D18 Barker Special Sports

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 Beautifully maintained and cherished Daimler DB18 with special coachwork by Barker & Co of Coventry

 
Based on the post war DB18 chassis the Daimler Special Sports has several significant modifications, most notably an overdrive gearbox, high ratio differential, hydro/mechanical brakes, alloy cylinder head and twin carburettors. This model also benefits from built in jacks, an automatic lubrication system and heater are carried over from the standard DB18.
 
The post war 2.5 litre, long stroke, straight six, OHV engine is capable of effortless cruising. Smooth and torquey, combined with the epicyclic ‘semi automatic’ self changing gearbox, it can be driven all day with ease.
 
The pre-selector transmission combined with the fluid flywheel, gives both driver and passenger an excellent smooth ride. To change gear, first select the desired gear and then simply depress the “gear-change” pedal (which is in the position of the clutch in a manual car). The ‘self changing gearbox’ with fluid flywheel has the best attributes of both the fully automatic and the manual systems.
 
This is an extremely comfortable drop top, with superb seating up front for 2 plus 1 more in the back and masses of luggage space (the single rear seat is removable if more luggage space is required). Highest grade leather, thick woollen carpet and a beautifully sculpted dash, make this a wonderful environment to spend time in. This Daimler is remarkably quiet (even with the hood down - when it really comes into its own) and you will find yourself looking for excuses to drive it.
 
Just 2 former keepers (most recent for 35 years) and complete with an extensive history folder which includes a photographic record of the extensive work undertaken over the years, this DB18 is ready to be driven away and enjoyed by it’s next custodian.
 

About Car Barn Beamish

About Car Barn Beamish

Car Barn Beamish is the leading independent sports, prestige and classic car specialist in the North East, as well as an official Caterham dealer and INEOS Grenadier servicing agent. Located on the historic Red Row Estate, an idyllic 37-acre country estate set in the North East countryside, Car Barn Beamish is one of three sister companies that all serve to provide fantastic customer service to the owners of luxury automotive brands. We offer a wide variety of used vehicles for sale in our showroomincluding special editions, low mileage examples, supercars and high-performance models by Lotus, Ferrari, Porsche, Bentley, Morgan, McLaren, Jaguar, Ariel and of course Caterham.

Our specialist service, repair and diagnosis workshop at Car Barn Beamish is staffed by experienced local mechanics with a wide range of skills and diagnostic equipment. If your specialist car has developed a fault, please call by and we will be happy to give a no obligation estimate. In addition to annual or routine servicing and maintenance we also undertake classic car restorations including all aspects of chassis repair, engine tuning, paint and body work.

We are one of the North East’s few specialist sports, prestige and classic car buyers who will buy your vehicle directly or offer sale or return and part exchange from our showroom. We are constantly seeking used stock. If you find yourself thinking “the time has come to sell my car”, be it classic, sports or prestige, and you want to deal with a well-established North East company please contact us to discuss our best price.  We provide a more personal and flexible approach than car buying websites or auctions and as a classic and vintage car specialist are happy to discuss cars which have been in long term storage, off the road, SORN or vehicles which are otherwise described as barn finds.

We have an in-house transport service which offers collection, storage and delivery facilities and Car Barn Beamish are happy to purchase used classic, sports and luxury cars from across the North East region and the wider UK. Our experienced team are also pleased to help and advise if you are a collector or seeking to purchase a car specifically for investment purposes.

The benefits of buying and selling with us include:

  • Nationwide collection and delivery service on our own covered transporters.
  • Cars which are prepared by technicians working exclusively on classic and sports cars.
  • Our own warranty programme.
  • A comprehensive customer service which truly works for the duration of ownership.
  • The confidence of dealing with a leading independent specialist established over 35 years ago.
  • Finance available on all stock including classic cars.

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