There was a handful of four-door saloons bodied in aluminum over English ash wood and were built beginning in 1952. Aptly named the Empress thanks to their elegant, gorgeous and swooping bodies, the Daimler was built in small production numbers.

This right-hand drive car is said to be almost completely original. It was acquired from a unique Lanchester and Daimler collection that was moved from Great Britain to North America about 25 years ago. The paint below the beltline has been refinished, however the paint above the beltline is said to be original. The engine is an inline six-cylinder with a four-speed manual gearbox. The gray leather interior has aged well and shows lovely patina, along with the beautiful wood trim and dash. The car has power windows for the front passengers, while the rear windows are manually operated. The front seat backs are fitted with fold-out “picnic” tables for passengers that are riding in the back. The car has been fitted with newer tires, brakes, kingpins and a head gasket. Otherwise this car is said to be a preserved car with 67,000 miles.

This automobile is ideal for any collector to enjoy and experience while continuing the preservation of this fine example of English craftsmanship.