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Rare, powerful saloon from extinct British brand can match speed of BMW M3 and can be yours for less than £8,000
The little-known model was the last of many high-spec examples based on Jaguar's flagship models
A POWERFUL saloon car that can match the limited top speed of the BMW M3 can now be bought for less than £8,000.
The set of wheels boasts a meaty V8 engine and is beautifully refined - styled with the very best wood and leather materials.
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The old-school Daimler Super Eight, which, to some, is simply a Jaguar XJ with extra trimmings, was the very height of power and luxury when it was released in the early 2000s.
The little-known model was the last of many high-spec examples based on Jaguar's flagship models- courtesy of their link with Daimler.
Available in small numbers, Daimler offered exclusivity to Jag fans - usually including extra power and plushier interiors.
The Super Eight cost £80,000 from new back in 2007 - some £5,000 more than the Jaguar iteration - but is now somewhat of a bargain buy second-hand if you're lucky enough to come across one.
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Indeed, we found an example for sale on the website for just £8,000 - some 90% cheaper than it was less than 20 years ago.
The 4.2-litre motor features an automatic gearbox and appears to be in great condition, as from "some minor scratches to the bodywork", according to the listing.
The current owner added: "The car drives superbly and these cars are becoming rarer.";
This example was registered in 2005 and comes with 145,500 miles on the clock.
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According to Parkers, the Super Eight can hit a limited top speed of 155 mph - which matches the current BMW M3.
Today, the Daimler Company Limited, now known as the Daimler Motor Company Limited, is still registered as active - though it is currently marked as "non-trading".
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