Daimler were soon forced to drop the Dart name when threatened with legal action by Chrysler's Dodge division, and the car was then renamed the Daimler SP250.
Daimler SP250
The original A-spec version could do 120 mph (193 km/h), but the chassis, a "14-gauge ladder frame with cruciform bracing" based on the Triumph TR3, flexed so much that doors came open, marring its reputation. Bumpers were originally an optional extra.
Daimler SP 250 Dart - Daimler
Jaguar bought Daimler in 1960, and were immediately concerned about the chassis flex. They brought out the B-spec version with extra outriggers on the chassis and a strengthening hoop between the A posts. There were also other detail improvements, including an adjustable steering column.
a 1959 Daimler Dart Page
Daimler Dart photo - Graeme
Daimler SP250 Dart 1960
Daimler Dart Police Car - 1964
Daimler SP250
The original A-spec version could do 120 mph (193 km/h), but the chassis, a "14-gauge ladder frame with cruciform bracing" based on the Triumph TR3, flexed so much that doors came open, marring its reputation. Bumpers were originally an optional extra.
Daimler SP 250 Dart - Daimler
Jaguar bought Daimler in 1960, and were immediately concerned about the chassis flex. They brought out the B-spec version with extra outriggers on the chassis and a strengthening hoop between the A posts. There were also other detail improvements, including an adjustable steering column.
a 1959 Daimler Dart Page
Daimler Dart photo - Graeme
Daimler SP250 Dart 1960
Daimler Dart Police Car - 1964
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