Daimler SP250, V-8 250 et Sovereign : beaux livres - histoire, versions et technique

Although Daimler is one of the most famous names in motoring, very few books have covered the models produced between the end of the Second World War and the takeover by Jaguar in 1960.
This book sets the record straight with its comprehensive coverage of the various Daimler and Lanchester models and ranges that were produced during this period.

Drawing on his expertise as a Daimler collector and as Editor of the Daimler Enthusiasts' Club newsletter, Richard Townsend describes in detail the various high specification Daimler models from the DB18/Consort range, through the 36 HP (Straight Eight) range and the 4.5 Litre range to the Hooper Empress series.

He also describes the Lanchester models, which included the LD10 and the Sprite. He sets the cars against the social background of the 1950s and the leading personalities in the Daimler firm, notably Sir Bernard and Lady Docker, to provide a full picture of the cars and their milieu.
Including buying and running advice for those who want to own or already own a Daimler or Lanchester, this book is a fitting tribute to the cars that were often the preferred choice of royalty.

In 1968, British Leyland brought together most of Britain's motor manufacturers, with the intention of creating a robust unified group that could equal the strength of the big European conglomerates. But this was not to be.

There have been many books about the politics and the business activities of British Leyland, but "British Leyland - The Cars, 1968 - 1986" looks deliberately at the cars that came from the company, both the models it inherited and it created.

The eighteen years of the corporation's existence saw a confusing multitude of different car types, but this book resolves these confusions, clarifying who built what, and when.
The book takes 1986 as its cut-off point because this was the year that the old British Leyland ceased to exist and what was left of the car and light commercial business was renamed the Rover Group.

Un livre de Brooklands consacré aux voitures Daimler Dart SP250 et V-8 250 Saloon des années 50 et 60. Les deux voitures étaient équipées du moteur V8 conçu par Edward Turner, d'origine constructeur chez l'usine de motos Triumph.

• Les articles, parus à l'époque dans la presse automobile anglo-saxonne, sont une bonne source d'information sur l'histoire, l'évolution des modèles et la technique.
• Cet ouvrage contient aussi des impressions de conduite, des tests routiers et comparatifs, des données techniques, etc.

Cliquez ici pour plus d'information sur les livres Brooklands Portfolio

Jaguar founder Sir William Lyons had a terrific hit on his hands when he launched the 'compact' 2.4 Litre sports saloon in 1956. Motorists loved it, and those wanting more thrills were soon offered the 'hot' 120mph 3.4 Litre a year later.
Both were replaced in 1960 by the Mark II models, which added a 3.8 Litre, and from there the range was developed and expanded with the long-booted S-Type of 1964, the 4.2 Litre 420 of 1967, and the final 240/340 models of 1968. Alongside there were the Daimler V8 and Sovereign models.

The success of this family of cars can be attributed to Lyons's faultless instinct for what buyers wanted and his unerring eye when it came to styling his cars. And of course there was the fabulous six-cylinder XK engine which powered all Jaguars from 1948 through to 1985, with the equally inspired V8 in the Daimler.

All these cars have enjoyed an exalted classic status for years, and the matter of originality has become more and more important to owners and prospective owners today.
Here Nigel Thorley, the unrivaled expert on the cars who has been writing about them for more than 30 years, provides all the information that can be expected from books in the acclaimed Factory-Original series.
Model by model, with hundreds of specially commissioned colour photographs of outstanding examples of the cars, he gives all the details of correct original factory specifications and equipment in all departments, right down to the tool kit.

For anyone with an interest in, or who is thinking of buying, one of the classic Jaguar compact saloons from the 1950s and 1960s, this Essential Buyer's Guide is a vital requirement. All the models are covered, from the early 2.4- and 3.4-litre saloons from the late 1950s, through to the very last 240 models, and, just as importantly, the Daimler derivatives with V8 engines.

The models are looked at in detail, and analysed for their strengths and weaknesses, to provide the best possible advice on what to look for and how to buy the best you can afford. A handy pocket-sized guide that will always be at your side for constant reference.

Guide de Veloce avec des conseils pratiques pour l'achat d'une voiture Jaguar / Daimler XJ6, XJ12 ou Sovereign.

Versions : Series 1 : Jaguar XJ6, Daimler Sovereign / Vanden Plas (2.8 et 4.2 L) (1968-1973), Jaguar XJ12 et Daimler / Vanden Plas Double Six (5.3 L) (1972-1973)
Series 2 : Jaguar XJ6 et Daimler Sovereign/Vanden Plas (3.4 et 4.2L) (1973-1979), Jaguar XJ12 et Daimler / Vanden Plas Double Six (5.3 L) (1973-1979), Jaguar XJ6C / Jaguar XJ12C et Daimler/Vanden Plas Coupe (1975-1977)
Series 3 : Jaguar XJ6 et Daimler Sovereign / Vanden Plas (3.4 et 4.2 L) (1979-1986), Jaguar XJ12 et Daimler Double Six (5.3) (1979-1992).

Guide de Veloce avec des conseils pratiques pour l'achat d'une voiture Jaguar XJ40.
Versions : Jaguar XJ6 et Sovereign 2.9 L et 3.6 L (1986-1990), Daimler 2.9 L et Daimler / Vanden Plas 3.6 L (1986-1990), Jaguar XJ6 et Sovereign 3.2 L et 4.0 L (1990-1994), JaguarSport / TWR XJR-6 3.6 L (1988-1989), JaguarSport XJR-6 4.0 L (1990-1994), Daimler 4.0 L (1990-1994), Jaguar XJ12 6.0 L (1993-1994), Daimler Double Six (1993-1994).

Ne traite pas de la Jaguar Daimler séries III V12 Saloon (1986-1992).

The fabulous, modern, big Jaguars still attract admiration, but you need to know how to buy the best. This highly-illustrated book gives all the practical advice you could wish for when considering a purchase. What to look for, what to avoid, and whether the car is likely to suit your needs, plus relative values and the best places to buy.
The X300 was the first serious model development in collaboration with Ford and the cars benefited in quality terms as a result. Problems do exist, however, especially with the X308 models which followed in 1997. Though they are excellent value today, it is still important to buy the right car if expensive problems are to be avoided.

This handy book will help you decide which car to consider, and having chosen your model it will help pick a sound car from amongst those you locate and inspect. High mileage need not be a deterrent, but you need to avoid neglected cars and know exactly what to look for.

Giving you have the insight and expertise to select the best example within your budget, the book has a dedicated evaluation section in which each aspect of the vehicles is given an objective numerical score reflecting the car's condition.
The points are added up to give an overall score supporting a decision to buy or leave. There is no safer way to avoid buying a bad car short of paying for a professional evaluation. In helping you choose the right car this book will surely pay for itself.

This is the essential guide to all Jaguar XJ models from 2003 to 2009. An important read for any potential owner, but also a constant reference guide to keep with you when viewing a car. It will help you identify the model that suits you, what to look for when inspecting a car, and will provide you with all the necessary procedures to ensure the car is actually what it appears to be.

It will identify some of the pitfalls to avoid, help you decide on exactly how to buy - from a dealer, private sale, or auction - and how to get the best possible car for your money. The X350s are the last with what many would call 'traditional Jaguar' styling, yet they embody many technological advances. Therefore it is even more important to study the subject closely and inspect cars thoroughly before purchase.
This book is the perfect pocket guide for that purpose.

Der von Jaguar-Gründer William Lyons entworfene und 1955 präsentierte Mark 1 leitete eine neue Ära in der Firmengeschichte ein: Die erste kleine Jaguar-Limousine erwies sich nicht nur als Verkaufserfolg, Siege im Motorsport unterstrichen den sportlichen Charakter und erschlossen neue Käuferkreise.
Mit dem Nachfolger Mark 2, der ab 1959 in den Verkaufsräumen der Händler stand, bewies Jaguar ebenfalls ein glückliches Händchen, denn für den technisch und optisch überarbeiteten Familiensportwagen gab es zeitweise lange Wartelisten.
Dank der sehr guten Ersatzteilsituation und der überschaubaren Technik sind Vertreter dieser Jaguar-Baureihen heutzutage beliebte Einsteigermodelle ins Oldtimer-Hobby.

Jaguar-Experte Nigel Thorley hat für den vorliegenden Ratgeber die wichtigsten und hilfreichsten Insiderinformationen für alle Mark 1 & 2 sowie den Daimler 2.5 Litre V8 der Baujahre 1955 bis 1969 zusammengestellt.
Wie gewohnt präsentiert sich dieser Band als kompakter Ratgeber und unverzichtbares Hilfsmittel bei der Beurteilung des Zustandes eines zum Verkauf stehenden Mark-1- oder Mark-2-Exemplars. Hier findet jeder Interessent wichtige Tipps, worauf er beim Kauf achten muss, um nicht später eine böse überraschung zu erleben. Außerdem ergänzt ein ausführlicher Teil mit wichtigen Adressen und Ansprechpartnern diesen wertvollen Begleiter.

September 1968 wurde auf dem 6. Pariser Autosalon der Jaguar XJ6 präsentiert, dessen Entwurf aus der Feder von Jaguar-Gründer Sir William Lyons stammte.
Bis Ende 1992 entstanden von den drei XJ-Baureihen mit der klassischen Karosserieform insgesamt über 400.000 Exemplare, von denen Überlebende in gutem oder sehr gutem Zustand heute gesuchte Raritäten sind.

Wie gewohnt präsentiert sich auch dieser Band der Erfolgsreihe aus dem Heel Verlag als kompakter Ratgeber und unverzichtbares Hilfsmittel bei der Beurteilung des Zustandes eines zum Verkauf stehenden Jaguar / Daimler XJ6, XJ12 & Sovereign.
Hier findet jeder Interessent wichtige Tipps, worauf er beim Kauf achten muss, um nicht später eine böse Überraschung zu erleben. Außerdem ergänzt ein ausführlicher Teil mit wichtigen Adressen und Ansprechpartnern diesen wertvollen Begleiter.