1962 Daimler SP250 roadster with Ford 289 V8 Engine
Model: 1962 Daimler SP250 roadster ("B" Series)
Engine: Ford 289 V8
This specific Daimler SP250 was put up for online auction in January 2007.
The following contruction details were listed in the advertisement:
The rare Daimler SP250 was equipped with a fiberglass body and 4 wheel disc brakes.
This particular Daimler SP250 features a Ford 289 V-8 engine that was installed
in the 1960's, in place of the original 2.5L Hemi V-8. It also has a Ford 4 speed
top loader transmission and a rebuilt 4 barrel carburetor. The original Daimler
chassis is in excellent condition and is very rust free. The fiberglass body is
in excellent shape with no signs of accident damage or repairs. The original black
lacquer paint has cracks and other imperfections. This Daimler SP250 features
knock-off wire wheels, a nice tan top, a new red tonneau cover, and a high quality
red vinyl interior. The car is in nice overall condition with excellent chrome and
it was stored indoors for most of it's life. This Daimler SP250 runs and drives
great and is quite fast!