Daimler Double Six Series II
Overview
| Produced: |
1973-1978, 4166 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors,4 seats Saloon,4 doors,4 seats |
Jaguar/Daimler updated its flagship XJ12 and Double Six models in 1973 and introduced the same styling changes as it had done on the six cylinder XJ6/Sovereign range. This new facelift included the standardisation of the long wheel base body that had been optional on the Series I cars, which meant improved leg room for the rear passengers.
The Series II sported a new, lower profile front grille complete with a larger, rectangular air intake beneath the front bumper. The engine now produced 285bhp and 1975 saw the introduction of a much improved GM gearbox. The XJ12 and Double Six models remained steady sellers for Jaguar/Daimler and continued in production until the arrival of the 1979 Series III cars.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5343cc | V12 OHC | Jaguar V12 | 90mm x 70mm |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 140 mph | 7.4 s |
Auction Sales History
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1855201402 | Daimler Double Six & XJ12 Series 2 S/C E190/4 | Brooklands Books |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
XJ Project Part 21 |
50 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast December 2004 | |||
| XJ Project Part 21 - Dave Marks continues the re-assembly of the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas Series 2. | ||||
| Article |
XJ Project Part 20 |
40 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast November 2004 | |||
| XJ Project part 20 - Dave Marks continues the re-assembly of the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas Series 2. | ||||
| Article |
XJ Project Part 19 |
14 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast October 2004 | |||
| XJ Project Part 19 - Dave Marks takes us through some more aspects of the rebuild of the Jaguar Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas saloon. | ||||
| Article |
XJ Project Part 18 |
34 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast September 2004 | |||
| XJ Project Part 18 - More on the refurbishment of the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas Series 2 Saloon. | ||||
| Article |
XK Project Part 17 |
32 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast August 2004 | |||
| XK Project Part 17 - More of the refurbishment of the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas Series 2 Saloon. | ||||
| Article |
XJ Project - Part 16 |
40 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast July 2004 | |||
| XJ Project - Part 16 - Dave Marks and his team continue the reassembly of the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas Series 2 Saloon with the refitting of the front axle assembly. | ||||
| Article |
Jaguar Enthusiast March 2003 pg 28 |
28 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast March 2003 | |||
| XJ Project - Part 3. Nigel Thorley follows Dave Marks's on-going strip-down of the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Vanden Plas saloon. | ||||
| Article |
Jaguar Enthusiast January 2003 pg 86 |
86 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast January 2003 | |||
| XJ Project - Part 1. The club has previously carried out projects in conjunction with the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust. The first car we took on and sponsored the refurbishment of was the ex-Sir William Lyons XJ6 Series 1. This was followed by the ex-press E-type Series 3 fhc and now work has commenced on a new project. This is the ex-Sir William Lyons (and also used by Lord Stokes in BL days) Daimler Double Six Vanden Plas Series 2 saloon. | ||||
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