Daimler SP250 'Dart'

• Without doubt the best example for sale today
• Photo-documented restoration completed under prior ownership
• Powered by a 2.5-liter V8 with hemispherical combustion chambers
• Rare LHD example
• Magnificent Raven Black Paintwork,
• British roadster
• Includes history file with period factory literature and owner correspondence
• Numbers-matching example with attention to detail throughout
• Distinctive styling and a lively driving experience

Presented in its original and striking livery of Black over Grey leather with Black piping, this 1961 Daimler SP250 is a finely restored example of one of Britain’s most unusual and engaging postwar sports cars. Benefiting from a photo-documented restoration completed under prior ownership, the car has been thoughtfully brought back to its original specification with a keen eye for accuracy and period detail.

Under the bonnet lies the SP250’s standout feature: Daimler’s 2.5-liter V8 engine, featuring hemispherical combustion chambers. Originally developed for police pursuit vehicles and luxury saloons, this engine gave the lightweight SP250 genuine performance credentials, with lively acceleration and a distinctive exhaust note. Paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox (with optional overdrive available on some examples), it gave the car a spirited driving experience more akin to a small American sports car than a typical British roadster of the period.

The SP250’s fiberglass body – a rarity among British cars of the era – kept weight low while resisting rust, although it also contributed to the car’s somewhat controversial styling. But time has been kind to the Daimler’s angular lines and recessed grille, which now lend it a unique charm and a presence unlike anything else on the road.

This example comes with a detailed history file that includes period factory literature, original manuals, and correspondence from previous owners, providing a sense of continuity and care throughout its life.

Fewer than 2,700 SP250s were built between 1959 and 1964, making them an uncommon sight today. Though originally met with mixed reactions, the model has since earned a loyal following for its mechanical robustness, surprising speed, and offbeat appeal. As a fully sorted, numbers-matching example in its factory color scheme, this SP250 offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a distinctive slice of British motoring history – one that sounds as good as it looks.

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