1977 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Coupe
No Reserve

Registration No: NBP 295R
Chassis No: 2H2229BW
MOT: November 2026

• Current ownership since 1996
• 1 of just 1,586 RHD examples made
• Treated to much mechanical and cosmetic work over the last decade
• Believed to retain the majority of its original leather upholstery

Jaguar's original XJ Saloon (retrospectively dubbed the Series 1) and its Daimler counterparts were introduced in 1968 and were the last models to bear the personal input of Jaguar's founder, Sir William Lyons. The striking two-door Pillarless Coupe derivative was first shown five years later, at the 1973 London Motor Show. Production was heavily delayed, however, and did not get fully underway until 1975. The newcomer was based on the short wheelbase Saloon and featured suitably lengthened versions of the standard car's doors. All examples left the factory with a vinyl covered roof, though these have subsequently been removed from some of the surviving cars. There were two engine options - a 4.2-litre version of the ubiquitous DOHC XK unit and the 5.3-litre V12 unit. The smaller-engined version came with the choice of manual or automatic gearbox - initially the Borg Warner Model 12, but later the much-vaunted GM Model 400 Hydramatic unit. The silky smooth suspension was independent all round with wishbones and coil springs at the front and wishbones, radius arms and coil springs at the rear. Braking was by discs at each corner and steering by rack and pinion. A total of 10,426 Jaguar and Daimler Coupes were produced before production ceased in 1978 - a mere 1,586 of which (fifteen percent) were RHD Daimler Sovereign 4.2 examples.

Entering the current ownership during 1996, the past decade has reportedly seen ‘NBP 295R’ benefit from much mechanical and cosmetic work. The rear valance, floorpans, inner / outer sills and lower panels surrounding the fuel tanks have all been replaced (as have the tanks themselves). The rear axle has been treated to new bushes, mounts, trailing arms and fuel / brake lines. The steering column has been renewed as have the track rod ends and upper / lower ball joints. The torque convertor has been refurbished, the interior cleaned and fresh carpets fitted. A new vinyl roof has been installed and the car fully resprayed. Just last year some £7,100 was spent with Cracknells of Thurston on recommissioning with attention paid to the viscous coupling, fuel pumps, front brake callipers, carburettors, ignition system and wiring plus a full service (engine, gearbox and differential oils changed). The upholstery looks to be original and lends credence to the odometer reading of circa 97,000 miles. However, the paintwork is now suffering from a variety of splits, bubbles and blemishes. Starting readily upon inspection, this rare Daimler is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, service history and MOT certificate valid until November 2026.

For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737