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Year of Manufacture: 1962 - 1969
Number Produced: 17,880
Chassis Number Range: 1A1001 - 1A13377 (2.5 litre V8 RHD) / 1A20001 - 1A20622 (2.5 litre V8 LHD) & 1K1001 - 1K5780 (V8 250 RHD) / 1K30001 - 1K30105 (V8 250 LHD)
Designer: Edward Turner
A Restorer's Guide to the Jaguar Daimler V8 250
Please note that there were production inconsistencies during this period, so colours should be chosen on individual basis.
| PAINT COLOUR | INTERIOR TRIM COLOUR OPTIONS |
|---|---|
| Willow Green | Black, Green |
| British Racing Green | Black, Green, Beige |
| Signal Red | Black, Red, Beige |
| Regency Maroon | Red, Beige |
| Old English White | Black, Red |
| Warwick Grey | Black, Red, Dark Blue, Tan |
| Ascot Fawn | Black Red |
| Sable | Beige, Red, Black |
| Indigo Blue | Black, Red, Dark Blue |
| Pale Blue | Dark Blue, Red, Black |
| Primrose | Black, Tan, Red |
| Black | Red,Ā Dark Blue, Beige |
| OpalescentĀ Dark Green | Suede Green, Tan |
| Opalescent Silver Blue | Dark Blue, Light Blue (Blue/Grey), Grey, Red |
| Opalescent Gunmetal | Red, Tan |
| Opalescent Silver Grey | Red, Grey, Tan |
| OpalescentĀ Golden Sand | Red, Tan |
| Opalescent Maroon | Red, Beige, Tan |
Information from: Thorley, N. (1990) Original Jaguar Mk1/MkIIĀ ā The Restorerās Guide to Mk1, MkII, 240/340 and Daimler V8 – Bay View Books Ltd.
Daimler V8 250 Original Colours supplied by John Skinner Ltd
It is widely accepted that the interpretation of original shades varies depending on who you ask – and may well have varied from the original factory production line. As a result, John Skinner Ltd offers multiple shade options for each original colour.
Black
Dark Blue
Pale Shadow Blue
Saville Grey
French Blue
Grey
Suede Green
Matador Red
Cherry Red
New Tan
Cinnamon (Antiqued)
Biscuit Light Tan
Barley Beige
Old Beige (Antiqued)
Stone
Light Stone Beige
Colour names refer to internal John Skinner Ltd colour names, not necessarily the names Daimler (Jaguar) originally used for these colours.
We can also offer non-original custom colour schemes if you so desire. Please see our online shop for more details.
As part of the quotation/ordering process, we will arrange for samples to be sent for final confirmation ā so browse and shop with complete peace of mind, knowing that we will guide you through step-by-step with all the information you require.
A note on Piping/Beading
Daimler 2.5 V8 models featured Piping matching the main trim colour. See the above Original Colours chart for more information.Ā
We can also offer the largest range of non-standard “bespoke” colours schemes for those looking for a more customised finish.
Interior Trim Panels
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Seat Kits
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Carpets & Flooring
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Boot / Trunk
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Weather Equipment
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Whether you’re a professional trimmer or an amateur enthusiast – a John Skinner Ltd kit is the best way to kick-start your interior trim restoration.
From our Handbook
Complete Trim Kit
- This complete trim kit includes all the main Trim Panels, Carpets and Flooring, Luggage / Boot / Trunk area and Re-Trim kits for the Jaguar Daimler V8 250 (2.5 litre V8)Ā Saloon / SedanĀ model.
- Includes items 01 to 25Ā listed below.
- Does not include items listed as “Optional Extra” – such as the Seat Foam Paddings and innerĀ Sunvisor units.
Door Panel Set
- Pre-cut and trimmed Panels for your Front and Rear Door Panels.
- Includes pre-cut, sewn, piped and trimmed Pocket and Armrests for the Door Panels.
- Rear Armrest includes Ashtray Bracket metalwork.
- Includes double-lined High Frequency “Weld” Embossed Pattern on top of the Door Panels.
Upper Door Re-Trim Kit
- Pre-cut loose material + foam for re-trimming the upper door areas.
- Only applicable for some models – others use wood door tops.
A Post Footwell Panels
- Pre-cut and trimmed Millboard Panels for the A Post Footwell Panels.
- Includes metal clip.
Upper A Post Panel
- Pre-cut loose materialĀ & millboard panel for the Upper A Post Footwell area.
B/C Post Panels
- Pre-cutĀ & trimmed Millboard Panels for the B/C Post areas in between the Front & Rear Door Panels.
Cover Panels - Upper
- Pre-cut Leather &Ā trimmed Hardboard panels for the upper Cover area of the Rear Door / Seat sides.
Cover Panels - Vinyl
- Pre-cut Vinyl &Ā trimmed Hardboard panels for the lowerĀ Cover area of the Rear Door / Seat sides.
Rear Parcel Shelf
- Pre-cut & trimmed Hardboard Panel for the Rear Shelf area behind the Rear Seat.
Underdash Kit
- Pre-cut and trimmed Millboard Panel for the Underdash area.
- Includes pre-cut loose material for re-trimming your original metal panel.
- Differs between LHD and RHD.
Lower Bulkhead Re-Trim Kit
- Pre-cut loose material for the Lower Rear Bulkhead area below the Rear Seat.
Dashboard Newspaper Tray Kit
- Pre-cut & glued Moquette for re-trimming your Dash Board and Newspaper tray area.
- Black as Original.
Ctr Instr. Panel Re-Trim Kit
- Pre-cut loose materials for re-trimming yourĀ Centre Instrument Panel area.
- Black as Original.
Furflex Kit
- Furflex material, with 8mm rubber piping insert, for attaching around your Front & Door Panels.
- 12 metres per car set.
Boot / Trunk Side Panels
- Pre-cut, rivet and moulded Millboard panels for your Boot / Trunk sides.
- Includes moulded “dome” for the petrol pump.
Headliner Lining Kit
- Pre-cut “West of England” Union Cloth for re-trimming your inner roof lining area.
- Mixture of pre-bonded foam backed Union Cloth, and non foam backed wool cloth.
- Includes pre-cut loose material for re-trimming your Sunvisors.
Sunvisors Inners
- Pre-moulded plastic inner replacements for your Sunvisors.
- Includes a mirror on the Passenger side.
- Differs between RHD and LHD.
***Optional Extra***
Sunvisors (Fully Trimmed)
- Fully trimmed Union Cloth Sunvisors units, with new moulded plastic inners.
- Includes a mirror on the Passenger side.
- Differs between RHD and LHD.
***Optional Extra***
Glove Box
- Fully Trimmed Millboard Glove Box.
- Trimmed in Grey Wool Union Cloth.
- Differs for RHD and LHD models.
Trim Panel Fixing Kit
- Fixing Clips used to attach your main Trim Panels to the bodywork of your car.
Front Seat Cover Kit
- Fully Sewn material covers for Re-Trimming the Front Seat Cushions and Backrests.
- Differs betweenĀ 1″ (inch) and 2″ Pleats.
- Differs between Plain and Perforated Embossed Leather Pleated Panel Centres.
- Includes a pair of pre-sewn Armrest Covers + Tabs.
- IncludesĀ pre-cut loose materials for the Backrest backs.
Rear Seat Cover Kit
- Fully Sewn material covers for Re-Trimming the RearĀ Seat Cushions and Backrests.
- Differs betweenĀ 1″ (inch) and 2″ Pleats.
- Differs between Plain and Perforated Embossed Leather Pleated Panel Centres.
- Includes pre-sewn Centre Armrest Cover + Tab.
- Includes pre-cutĀ & sewn 13mm piping for the upper section of the Rear Seat Backrest area.
Front Seat Cushion Foams
- Pre-cutĀ Foams for the Front Seat Cushions covers.
***Optional Extra***
Front Seat Backrest Foams
- Pre-cut Foams for the Front Seat Backrest covers.
***Optional Extra***
Rear Seat Cushion Foam
- Pre-cut Foams for the RearĀ Seat Cushion cover.
***Optional Extra***
Rear Seat Backrest Foam
- Pre-cutĀ Foams for the RearĀ Seat Backrest cover.
***Optional Extra***
Ctr Console Re-Trim Kit
- Pre-cut & sewn materials for re-covering the Centre Console area.
- Includes pre-sewn leatherĀ Gear Lever Gaitor (Manual only).
- Differs between Manual and Automatic Gearboxes.
Seat Wadding Kit
- Used to “pad out” small areas of the Seat Covers that the Foams cannot fill, for best results.
***Optional Extra***
Seat Clips
- “U” Shaped Black Seat Clips, to help Re-Trimming your Seat Covers.
***Optional Extra***
Carpet Set
- Pre-cut, and edged with Binding, Carpet pieces for the main cockpit of your car.
- Binding / Edging to original specification.
- Includes self coloured storvic or hardura heelpads on Driver and Passenger Front Floors.
- IncludesĀ pre-cut loose materials for the cross member areas.
- Differs between LHD / RHD and Automatic / Manual Transmission Gearboxes.
Underfelt Kit
- Pre-cut Felt Sound Proofing for under the carpets.
- Differs between Automatic and Manual Transmission Gearboxes.
Boot / Trunk Mat
- Pre-cut and edged Hardura material for your Boot Trunk floor area.
- Black as Original.
- Other colours and materials available.
Carpet Fixing Kit
- Fixing clips used to attach your Carpet Set to the bodywork of your car.
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