Daimler passed into Jaguar ownership in June 1960 and, as the decade progressed, the former's products gradually lost their individual identity, becoming up-market versions of the latter. One of the first of these 'badge-engineered' Daimlers was the Jaguar MkX-based Sovereign 420. Launched in October 1961, the Jaguar Mark X was technically more advanced than preceding Jaguar saloons, featuring independent rear suspension, similar to that of the E-Type sportscar, and an exceptionally well appointed and comfortable interior. By the time the face-lifted 420G version came along in 1966, the Mk X was being produced with the 4.2-litre engine and all-synchromesh gearbox, and incorporated numerous other improvements. Introduced at the same time, the Daimler Sovereign version was identical apart from its traditional fluted radiator grille and minor interior trim changes. Restored in the 1990s, this example comes with a substantial history file containing bills for, among other items, a reconditioned 'unleaded' engine (dated 29th July 1999) Kenwood stereo system and stainless-steel exhaust. Finished in maroon with beige leather interior, the car has the desirable automatic transmission and power-assisted steering, and is described as in generally very good mechanical condition. Offered with road fund licence to May 2003, fresh MoT and Swansea V5.
Daimler passed into Jaguar ownership in June 1960 and, as the decade progressed, the former's products gradually lost their individual identity, becoming up-market versions of the latter. One of the first of these 'badge-engineered' Daimlers was the Jaguar MkX-based Sovereign 420. Launched in October 1961, the Jaguar Mark X was technically more advanced than preceding Jaguar saloons, featuring independent rear suspension, similar to that of the E-Type sportscar, and an exceptionally well appointed and comfortable interior. By the time the face-lifted 420G version came along in 1966, the Mk X was being produced with the 4.2-litre engine and all-synchromesh gearbox, and incorporated numerous other improvements. Introduced at the same time, the Daimler Sovereign version was identical apart from its traditional fluted radiator grille and minor interior trim changes. Restored in the 1990s, this example comes with a substantial history file containing bills for, among other items, a reconditioned 'unleaded' engine (dated 29th July 1999) Kenwood stereo system and stainless-steel exhaust. Finished in maroon with beige leather interior, the car has the desirable automatic transmission and power-assisted steering, and is described as in generally very good mechanical condition. Offered with road fund licence to May 2003, fresh MoT and Swansea V5.
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