Oxford Diecast 76DS001

DS420 Old English White - 1:76 Scale

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Prototype Eras
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation
Era 9 (1995 to 2004) Initial Privatisation

Manufacturer description

The DS420 was manufactured by the Daimler Motor Company between 1968-1992 and over 4,000 were produced. It followed on from the Daimler DR450 & Vanden Plas limousines. Specifications were a 4235 cc DOHC Jaguar straight six engine. Wheelbase 141 in, length 226 in, width 77.56 in, height 63.39 and a weight of 4702 pounds. In old English Wite the car is still popular for weddings.

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast DS420 Old English White – 1:76 scale model.
Manufacturer part number: 76DS001.
The model represents the British Rail Blue livery (pre‑TOPS) period.

The DS420 was produced by the Daimler Motor Company between 1968 and 1992, with a total production run of more than 4,000 units. It succeeded the Daimler DR450 and Vanden Plas limousines. The vehicle is fitted with a 4 235 cc DOHC Jaguar straight‑six engine. Dimensions are a wheelbase of 141 in, overall length 226 in, width 77.56 in and height 63.39 in; the kerb weight is 4 702 lb.

In the United Kingdom the DS420 in Old English White remains a popular choice for wedding transport.