Interesting Facts About the Daimler Double Six
The Daimler Double Six was introduced in 1972 and stayed in production until 1997, covering a wide span of series and engine updates. It shared its V12 powerplant with the Jaguar XJ12, earning a reputation for smooth yet torquey performance that could rival contemporary German engines even into the 1990s.
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Long Production Run and Engine Evolution
The Double Six was built from 1972 to 1997, beginning with a 5.3‑litre engine (1972‑1981), then a 5.3‑litre HE version (1981‑1992), and finally a 6.0‑litre HE version (1993‑1997).
Series Generations and Redesigns
The model spanned Series I (1972‑1973), Series II (1973‑1979), Series III (1979‑1992), followed by the XJ40 (1993‑1994) and X305 (1994‑1997) generations, showing continuous redesign over three decades.
Name Heritage and Rarity
The 1972‑1992 Double Six was the second Daimler model to bear the "Double Six" name, the first being the historic sleeve‑valve V12. Today the car is considered rare, with owners often noting the difficulty of finding original parts such as steering wheels.
Smoothness and Performance Reputation
The V12 was praised for its smoothness and torque, allowing it to keep pace with German performance packs into the 1990s.
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