1960 Daimler SP 250 DART 1960

The Daimler SP 250 Dart is an automotive icon that masterfully blends innovative design with exceptional engineering. Manufactured on March 25, 1960, and originally destined for the Daimler Corporation in Baltimore, USA, the car was shipped to America on April 1, 1960. From its inception, the SP 250 Dart stood out for its unique fusion of elegance and performance: featuring a powerful 2500 cc V8 engine and a pioneering fiberglass body—a revolutionary material at the time that anticipated the modern use of carbon fiber in sports cars. After spending decades in the United States, the vehicle’s journey took a new turn in the early 2000s when an Italian collector acquired it and undertook a complete restoration in Italy. In 2013, following years of meticulous work, the car was registered and titled in the name of its latest owner, who has now decided to sell it. Over the past 12 years, the Daimler SP 250 Dart has undergone regular maintenance and several extraordinary interventions, all fully documented by specialists through invoices totaling approximately 14,000 euros. The main interventions include:

Restoration of the steering box and related components.
Complete overhaul of the transmission: replacement of the primary shaft, synchronizers, gear sets for second gear and reverse, rollers, and bearings.
Refurbishment of the cooling system: replacement of the water pump.
Maintenance of the braking system and calipers.
Comprehensive refurbishment of the rear axle.
Overhaul of the differential: installation of a limited sleep conical coupling.

In 2014, the car received the prestigious “Jaguar-Daimler Heritage Certificate”, certifying the match between the chassis and engine numbers and affirming its historical authenticity. Complementing this, the vehicle comes with an extensive dossier rich in technical details, original condition photographs, and historical information. Finished in an attractive metallic silver, with black leather interiors and a black fabric convertible top, the Daimler SP 250 Dart is ready to provide its new owner with an exhilarating and high-performance driving experience, thanks to its powerful engine, lightweight construction, and technical innovation.