Daimler DS420
Overview
| Produced: |
1968-1992, 4116 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Limousine
|
Perhaps one of the most popular and recognisable post-war British limousines first appeared in 1968, the Daimler DS420. No royal wedding or state procession would be complete without a long line of these stately cars quietly wafting along. Production of the DS420 lasted until 1992 and many of the 4116 examples were exported to embassies, foreign royal households and business users.
The DS420 was originally constructed on a modified Jaguar 420G floorpan and featured the same cars 4.2 litre, twin cam six cylinder engine. All models had automatic gearboxes, independent suspension and thankfully power steering. Although most DS420s were built as closed limousines a handful of open landaulettes were also built to special order.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4235cc | S6 DOHC | Jaguar XK | 92.07mm x 106mm | 8 |
Fuel System
| Type | Number | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| SU | 2 |
Transmission
| Type | Gears | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic | 3 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | F/R | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | - | |
| Suspension | Front | - |
| Rear | - | |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109mph | 15mpg | 245bhp @5000 |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Inboard disc |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | Track | Length | Width | Weight (CWT) |
Turning Circle | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Rear | |||||
| 11' 7" | 4' 8" | 4' 8" | 18' 8" | 6' 4" | ||
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Valuation
| Poor | Average | Excellent | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| £500 | £3000 | £7500 | 26-Oct-06 |
Please note the valuation prices provided indicate likely value in the United Kingdom. Values in other countries may vary
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