1977 Other Makes Daimler Sovereign Vanden Plas

LHD! 4-Speed! 1-Of-A-Kind. VIDEO. Sedan

OHV 6

Manual

3C1673BW

Clear

Gasoline

1977 Daimler Sovereign Vanden Plas. LHD! 4-SPEED! 1-Of-A-Kind. See VIDEO. 1977 Daimler Sovereign Vanden Plas. Left-Hand-Drive. 4-Speed. One-Of-A-Kind! Listed on behalf of the owner. Located in PORTLAND, OREGON. Sold new on December 23, 1977 by Hern Group of Exeter, Devon, England. Originally equipped as a right-hand-drive automatic. The first owner drove it for two years. Acquired by the second owner who drove it sparingly until 2005 when it was acquired by the third owner with just 21,033 miles on the odometer. (Verified by MOT records.) The third owner was an electronics expert who divided his time between the UK and Las Vegas. Planning to emigrate to the US, he spent countless hours and £5000 to convert his beloved Sovereign to Left-Hand-Drive. Using a donor car from Switzerland for the left-hand components and a correct 4-speed overdrive manual transmission from a Jaguar XJ6C, the conversion was complete. The car was exported to the US in the fall of 2008, however the owner decided to part with it in 2009. It was acquired by the current owner, Paul Duchene (Executive Editor of Sports Car Market magazine) in 2009 with just 33,997 miles on the odometer. Wanting a unique, top-flight Daimler, in 2010 Duchene commissioned Ray Nierlich (formerly "Doctor Jaguar" in Newport Beach, California) to perform a complete restoration of the mechanical components of the car. It was a four-year, painstaking process including rebuilding the engine, clutch, driveline, brakes, wheel bearings and seals, front and rear suspension (including a 3.31:1 limited-slip differential), new shocks and steering rack, radiator, plus a manual V-12 choke. A new, correct vinyl top was sourced in the UK and installed. A correct Phillips AM/FM Shortwave/Longwave radio was also fitted and the air conditioning system was upgraded. The rebuild, completed in 2014, cost in excess of $15,000. Today, the car looks, runs and drives beautifully, delivering 21 mpg at 75-80 mph and outhandling many modern cars. On a whim, the car was taken to the Sacaramento, California British Field Meet in 2015, where it took second in class behind a freshly-restored, over-the-top Mark 2. It now shows just over 40,000 actual miles, which is documented by the extensive file of papers and original manuals that accompany the car. The paint is a Charcoal Metallic in very good condition, having been re-painted while in the UK. The interior is original and lovely, as would be expected in a 40,000 mile car. It includes the complete, original tool kit. Overall, this is a one-of-a-kind Daimler that is ready to show or go anywhere. The only reason for selling is to make space in the garage for another acquisition. A low reserve has been placed on this car (little more than the cost of the rebuild) and it certainly could not be replicated today for the price. Please bid accordingly. WE WILL HAPPILY SELL TO BIDDERS, WORLDWIDE. Thanks for looking and GOOD LUCK! If the video link below is inactive, please go to: https://youtu.be/Dw2A-MAGpbE   We gladly sell to buyers WORLDWIDE. Winning bidder please contact us within 24 hours of auction close. A deposit of $2000 is due via PayPal at that time. Vehicle deposits are non-refundable, per PayPal and eBay policy. Balance due in certified U.S. funds via bank wire transfer within 7 days of auction close. We do not accept overseas bank drafts or cashier's checks. Vehicle has a clear title and is being sold by the owner, with our assistance. Please call David at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time with any questions. Thank you. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer and not included in the auction price. Vehicle must be picked up within 14 days of payment, unless other arrangements have been made. Note that vehicle will be shipping from the Portland, Oregon area (Northwest coast of the U.S. between Seattle and San Francisco) with easy access to interstate highways (I-5: north-south, and I-84 east). We will gladly assist your carrier with loading. Please ask all questions before bidding. Your personal inspection is invited before the close of the auction. Only you know if the vehicle is right for you. All descriptions are based upon information provided by the seller and our own personal inspection of the vehicle. Obviously, with any collector vehicle there are internal areas that cannot be inspected, but the description is based upon the seller's representations and our observation of the vehicle. For that reason, the vehicle in this listing is being sold "as-is" with no warranties of any kind expressed or implied. Mileage listed is that showing on the odometer and unless otherwise noted, cannot be verified due to the age of the vehicle. Mileage of vehicles over 10 years old is considered "exempt" by the State of Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles. By participating in this auction, the bidder agrees to these terms. Charvet Classic Cars assists sellers (all of whom are my personal friends) to find new appreciative homes for their special vehicles. I personally inspect each vehicle. I take the photographs and videos personally. It allows me to represent the vehicle accurately and answer any questions you may have about it. I have been an eBay seller with 100% positive feedback since 1998, and involved with classic cars for many years. I like these cars as much as you do! If you e-mail or call with questions, you will receive my personal attention and knowledge to help you make an informed decision. State of Oregon Dealer #DA4114. Licensed. Bonded. Insured. Thank you - David Charvet You may e-mail by asking a question through the eBay site, or call David Charvet at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time. 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