Sold at auction for £3,433 in Dursley, United Kingdom, this 1978 Daimler DS420 Hearse remained in the same funeral business for over ten years before being offered for sale due to changing times and storage constraints. Powered by a 3.1-liter Mercedes-Benz 3.1L engine sourced from a Mercedes-Benz 300D—an upgrade performed approximately 12 years prior—the engine prioritizes reliability over speed, proving capable of steady hill climbs and punctual arrivals.
The coffin deck is in excellent condition with cover boards included for the rear bearer seats, while the interior may benefit from a refresh including carpets and the driver’s seat. Exterior chromework remains in good condition with some rust present in the inner arches—no hidden surprises. The hearse starts, stops, and runs reliably with functional lights and wipers; indicators are mostly operational but occasionally exhibit character.
Specifications
- Year: 1978
- Make/Model: Daimler DS420
- Engine: 3.1L Mercedes-Benz (upgrade, ~12 years old)
- Mileage: Not Disclosed
- Location: Dursley, United Kingdom
Status: SOLD via eBay — sold at auction for £3,433 — September 15, 2023