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Daimler D18 Barker Special Sports

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 Beautifully maintained and cherished Daimler DB18 with special coachwork by Barker & Co of Coventry

 
Based on the post war DB18 chassis the Daimler Special Sports has several significant modifications, most notably an overdrive gearbox, high ratio differential, hydro/mechanical brakes, alloy cylinder head and twin carburettors. This model also benefits from built in jacks, an automatic lubrication system and heater are carried over from the standard DB18.
 
The post war 2.5 litre, long stroke, straight six, OHV engine is capable of effortless cruising. Smooth and torquey, combined with the epicyclic ‘semi automatic’ self changing gearbox, it can be driven all day with ease.
 
The pre-selector transmission combined with the fluid flywheel, gives both driver and passenger an excellent smooth ride. To change gear, first select the desired gear and then simply depress the “gear-change” pedal (which is in the position of the clutch in a manual car). The ‘self changing gearbox’ with fluid flywheel has the best attributes of both the fully automatic and the manual systems.
 
This is an extremely comfortable drop top, with superb seating up front for 2 plus 1 more in the back and masses of luggage space (the single rear seat is removable if more luggage space is required). Highest grade leather, thick woollen carpet and a beautifully sculpted dash, make this a wonderful environment to spend time in. This Daimler is remarkably quiet (even with the hood down - when it really comes into its own) and you will find yourself looking for excuses to drive it.
 
Just 2 former keepers (most recent for 35 years) and complete with an extensive history folder which includes a photographic record of the extensive work undertaken over the years, this DB18 is ready to be driven away and enjoyed by it’s next custodian.
 

About Aston Workshop

Aston Workshop is an independent Aston Martin specialist located on Red Row Estate, an idyllic 37 acre venue set in the North East countryside. Red Row is located in County Durham, only 2 miles away from Beamish Museum, one of the North’s major tourist attractions. We offer a wide variety of contemporary Aston Martins for sale in our showroom including special editions, low mileage examples and high-performance models. Typically we have around 80 cars on-site at any given time. Additionally, we have an unrivalled selection of valuable heritage models which are rare and often rebuilt to bespoke specifications with discrete modern enhancements. Typically stocking fully restored examples, older restorations, drivers, 100% electric zero-emission EV conversions and even barn finds, our showroom is an unrivalled experience for the Aston Martin Enthusiast. We also build cars such as our DB4 GT Zagato recreations and our V8 Evolution 6.0.

Our sales showroom is supported by over 40 vastly experienced workshop staff working with a wide range of comprehensive in-house facilities including all aspects of Aston Martin diagnosis, repair, servicing and restoration to concours standards. Each member of our team works hard to ensure that we stay at the forefront of Aston engineering technology, Aston parts supply and full restorations including fixed-price services where applicable.

Our experienced team are also pleased to help and advise if you are a collector or seeking to purchase a car specifically for investment purposes.

The benefits of buying and selling with us include:

- Nationwide collection and delivery service on our own covered transporters
- Cars which are prepared by technicians working exclusively on Aston Martins
- Our own Aston Workshop Warranty
- A comprehensive customer service that truly works for the duration of ownership
- The confidence of dealing with a leading independent specialist established over 30 years

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RED ROW, BEAMISH, CO.DURHAM, DH9 0RW TEL: +44 (0) 1207 233525 FAX: +44 (0) 1207 232202
EMAIL: ASTONWORKSHOP@ASTON.CO.UK
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