1959 Ex-Royal Daimler DK400Back to Our Fleet
This very rare ex-royal limousine was commissioned in 1959 for Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent, mother of Prince Michael of Kent. Only 7 of these superior vehicles were ever built. Today, only 5 remain world-wide.
The body shaping is Empress Line by Hooper. The long sweeping wings produce a flowing style and elegance, sadly now confined to history.
We have been the lucky owners of this little piece of our heritage for a number of years and would like to see this beautiful car working again. To this end, we have taken the decision to undertake a full body, engine and interior refubishment.
Completion will be in time for weddings in 2012. Our 20 years in the wedding transport business has provided us with the experience to know that this car will be in demand. Therefore, we are taking bookings in advance of completion of the restoration with a full, money back guarantee should anyone be dissapointed. Once complete, the car will be available to view for those who have booked in advance and those wishing to book.
When complete the bodywork will be Ivory Parchment over Cherry. The interor woodwork is complete in stunning, flame Walnut. There is also an electric
glass division and white-wall tyres.
More details and photo's to follow soon
PASSENGER SEATING CAPACITY 7 + chauffeur
1959 Ex-Royal Daimler DK400 HIRE CHARGES START AT JUST £399.00 Is It Available Check
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At this time, we are only able to show an artist impression of the how the car will look.
We shall post photo's of the restoration as it progresses.
In the meantime, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
ABOUT HRH PRINCESS MARINA, DUCHES OF KENT
Princess Marina was born in Athens on 13th December 1906. Her father was Prince Nicholas of Greece and Denmark,
the third son of George I of Greece. Her mother was Grand Duchess Elena Vladimirovna of Russia, a granddaughter of
Tsar Alexander II of Russia. One of her paternal uncles was Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark,
the father of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
On 29th November 1934 she married Prince George, Duke of Kent at Westminster Abbey, London.
in 1934, Princess Marina became HRH The Duchess of Kent, Countess of St. Andrews, and Baroness Downpatrick.
However, she remained a Princess of Greece and Denmark.
Queen Elizabeth II was her niece.
Together, the couple had 3 children.
The Duke of Kent was killed on 25 August 1942, in an aeroplane crash at
Eagles Rock, near Dunbeath.
Princess Marina died at Kensington palace from a brain tumour on 27th August 1968 aged 61
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