#swinging-sixties

013 Daimler V8-250 (1968) (248 HXX 75) by Robert Knight Via Flickr: Daimler V8-250 (1962-69) Engine 2548cc V8 OHV Chassis No: 1K1849BW Production 17,620 Registration Number 248 HHX 75 (French) DAIMLER ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623789085238 The Daimler 2.5 V8/V8-250 is a four-door sports saloon, introduced in 1962, as the first Daimler car to be based on a Jaguar platform, the first with a unit body, and the last to feature a Daimler engine after the company was bought from the Birmingham Small Arms Company by Jaguar Cars in 1960. The engine is the hemispherical head V8 designed by Edward Turner and first used in the Daimler SP250 sports car. Introduced as the Daimler Two and a Half litre V8 in 1962, and powered by Daimler's 2.5-litre V8 engine and drive-train, a Daimler fluted grille and rear number plate surround, distinctive wheel trims, badges, and interior details including a split-bench front seat from the Jaguar Mark 1 and a black enamel steering wheel. Most cars were fitted with the optional power-assisted steering, Automatic transmission was standard, with manual both with and without overdrive an option. The car was updated as a V8-250 in October 1967 with minor facelifts the wide (armco style) bumpers were replaced by new slimline bumpers and over-riders, negative earth electrics, an alternator instead of the earlier dynamo and twin air cleaners. Other new features included padding over the instrument panel, padded door cappings and ventilated leather upholstery, reclinable split-bench front seats and a heated rear window Chassis No: 1K1849BW The RHD Daimler V8 250 was originally supplied new in the UK, but has since spent time in France (hence the registration number) at the time of this photo it was in the process of being NOVA registered. This car was offered for sale by auction, at the H+H, Pavilion Gardens Buxton, 27.04.2022 selling for £ 13,500 Diolch am 93,481,771 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 93,481,771 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 27.04.2022 at the H+H Auction, Pavilion Gardens, Buxton 159c-013

352 Pontiac Parisienne (2nd Gen) Sports Sedan (1964) ADH 111 B by Robert Knight Via Flickr: Pontiac Parisienne (2nd Gen) Sports Sedan (1961-64) Engine 283 cu in (4637cc) V8 Registration Number ADH 111 B (Walsall) PONTIAC ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623690516561... The Pontiac Parisienne is a full-size rear-wheel drive car built on the GM B platform between 1958-86 over five generations, with the fifth generation also being produced in the USA during model years 1983-86. Right-hand drive models were locally assembled in Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa until 1969. The second generation was launched in 1961, available as a two door Convertible and Coupe and as a four door, Hardtop, Sports Sedan and Station Wagon. Powered by straight six engines of 261cu in (4.3 litre), and 230cu in (3.8 litre) or V8s of 283cu in (4.8 litre), 327 cu in (5.4 litr), 348 cu in (5.7 ltr.), or a 409cu in (6.7 ltr.), Diolch am 92,881,566 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 92,881,566 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 23.04.2022 at the Bicester Spring Scramble, Bicester, Oxfordshire 158-352

178 Ford Galaxie 500 (2nd Gen) (1963) NWT 864 A by Robert Knight Via Flickr: Ford Galaxie 500 (2nd Gen) Hardtop (1960-64) Engine 390 cu in (6400cc) V8 FE Series Decals Honest Charleys, Tulsa, Okla. Registration Number NWT 864 A (Yorkshire. West Riding) FORD USA SET www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623789312836... The second generation Galaxie 1960-64 was completely redesigned for a more futuristic and sleek look. Bodywork was restyled in 1961 and engine options changed. In 1963 Ford introduced the Galaxie 500 as a top line model. Engines consisted of a 292 Ci standard in the 500/XL a high performance 406 Ci was introduced and at the other end of the spectrum a 223 Ci six.. Only minor trim changes followed for 1963, but in mid-year a lower roofline (Sports Roof) was added to improve looks and to make the car more competitive on the NASCAR circuits together with a limited supply of the 427 Ci with 425 hp. For 1964 the final year of this generation trim was drastically altered the car became more aerodynamic, the 427 Ci engine continued and for racing a 427 Ci cammer engine developing 600 hp was used in stripped out lightweight racer, this engine was considered to powerful for the public. Diolch am 92,569,143 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 92,569,143 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 23.04.2022 at the Bicester Spring Scramble, Bicester, Oxfordshire 158-178

130 Daimler V8 250 (1967) KLJ 296 E by Robert Knight Via Flickr: Daimler 2.5 V8 (1962-69) Engine 2548cc V8 OHV Production 17,620 Registration Number KLJ 296 E (Bournemouth) DAIMLER ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623789085238 The Daimler 2.5 V8/V8-250 is a four-door sports saloon, introduced in 1962, as the first Daimler car to be based on a Jaguar platform, the first with a unit body, and the last to feature a Daimler engine after the company was bought from the Birmingham Small Arms Company by Jaguar Cars in 1960. The engine is the hemispherical head V8 designed by Edward Turner and first used in the Daimler SP250 sports car. Introduced as the Daimler Two and a Half litre V8 in 1962, and powered by Daimler's 2.5-litre V8 engine and drive-train, a Daimler fluted grille and rear number plate surround, distinctive wheel trims, badges, and interior details including a split-bench front seat from the Jaguar Mark 1 and a black enamel steering wheel. Most cars were fitted with the optional power-assisted steering, Automatic transmission was standard, with manual both with and without overdrive an option. The car was updated as a V8-250 in October 1967 with minor facelifts the wide (armco style) bumpers were replaced by new slimline bumpers and over-riders, negative earth electrics, an alternator instead of the earlier dynamo and twin air cleaners. Other new features included padding over the instrument panel, padded door cappings and ventilated leather upholstery, reclinable split-bench front seats and a heated rear window Diolch am 92,477,128 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 92,477,128 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 23.04.2022 at the Bicester Spring Scramble, Bicester, Oxfordshire 158-130

195 Ford Consul Capri GT (116E) (1963) 500 FWW by Robert Knight Via Flickr: Ford Capri GT 116E (1962-64) Engine 1498cc S4 OHV Production 7573 Registration Number 500 FWW (West Riding of Yorkshire) FORD of BRITAIN ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623665118181... A 2 door sporting Coupe, the Capri 109E was introduced in 1961, powered by a 1340cc engine it ran until 1962, being replaced by the larger capacity 1498cc engine and the new model designation 116E. With front disc braking and four speed floor change gears. There were 11,143 of the original 109E produced and 7573 of the 116E with the more sporty GT model accounting for just 2002 cars. Diolch am 94,402,034 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 94,402,034 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 28.05.2022 at Smallwood Steam Rally. Cheshire REF 160-195