1992 Jaguar Daimler XJ 12 MK III sold at Auctionata for EUR 9,775

1992 Jaguar Daimler XJ 12 MK III

Seller's description

Daimler counts among Britain's oldest car manufacturers, it was founded for the production of utility vehicles in Coventry, England in 1896. Patents acquired from Gottlieb Daimler provided the basis for the company that soon offered its first truck. During World War I Daimler produced tank- and aircraft engines. These new weapon system earned Daimler an unexpected abundance of orders, so that the company grew fast. With the latest know-how gained during the war, Daimler dared, after the capitulation of Germany and its allies, to enter the passenger car market: The Daimler Double-Six was the first European car from serial production with a twelve-cylinder engine. The nobility, especially the British royal family, henceforth counted among the illustrious circle of Daimler clients. In 1960 Jaguar bought the company for a price of 3.4 million pounds. Up until today Daimler models are characterized by an abundance of features, high-class make and an interior of finest materials.

This neat Daimler XJ12 has been part of an Austrian collection since 2006. The elegant color combination underlines the Daimler's luxurious standard. Originally, the Daimler XJ 12 was delivered to Germany. The car has all extras and will leave nothing to be desired. Additionally, the car comes with the original handbook. Manual, radio code card and a second set of keys are also at hand.

This car is insured through Auctionata AG and its insurance partner BELMOT for up to six weeks after the auction with a convenient all risks insurance that covers cases such as engine and/or transmission failure or accidental damages. This specific insurance cover is valid for Germany, Austria and Switzerland and may be continued by the buyer after the insurance period has expired at special conditions. The BELMOT all risks insurance excludes: a) indirect and direct damages due to the normal aging process (especially rust, corrosion, oxidation) or natural wear and tear, i. e. due to a natural wear during the drive mode, on car parts which have to be replaced repeatedly during the lifetime of the vehicle; b) indirect and direct damages based on thermal problems, especially due to high temperatures, insufficient cooling while driving or overheating.

The vehicle has to be paid and collected within 3 business days after the auction. The collection may be made via collection by the costumer or via collection by a transport company. A timely collection can also made via a commissioning of Auctionata to a fee-based transport (flat shipping rate). If the time period lapses without a result, the buyer has to pay storage costs in the amount of 25, - € per day.

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