1949 Daimler DB18 Drophead Coupé

Lot Number 285

1949 Daimler DB18 Drophead Coupé

+ buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.

LIVE AUCTION: Friday 31st March | 12.00pm BST
  • BODY COLOUR
    Cream and Black
  • DRIVE
    RHD
  • Registration Number
    REG NUMBER
    ETP585
  • ODOMETER READING
    771

DESCRIPTION

A stylish and rare alternative to the contemporary MG 'SA' drophead...

 

Drophead Coupé with lovely cream and black coachwork by Barker

2.5 Litre straight six (70bhp) and a Wilson Pre-selector gearbox

Restored by our vendor over the 19 years of his ownership. He subsequently toured North America, South Africa & Europe in it

His advancing years mean that the car is now ready to be enjoyed by someone else

Supplied with original handbooks and large history file

It's notable that Sir Winston Churchill's DB18 (Carlton bodied) sold for £232,000 in July 2016

 

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
285
Make
DAIMLER
Model
DB18 DROP HEAD COUPE
Registration Number
ETP585
Chassis Number
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Transmission
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Body Colour
Cream and Black

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CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT

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About the CCA Vendor Condition Report


A lot's condition report is compiled based on information provided to CCA by the vendor of the lot. CCA has no access to lots prior to a sale but does review their condition on the day of the sale. CCA strongly recommends viewing a lot prior to a sale as it cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. CCA will not entertain any disputes over vendor condition reports.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Arwel.

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