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1971 ASTON MARTIN DBS V8 SPORTS SALOON
Chassis no. DBS V8/10004/L
Old English Pewter with black leather interior.
Engine: V8, twin overhead camshafts to each bank, Lucas fuel injection, 5340cc, 350 bhp; Gearbox: three-speed automatic; Suspension: independent front by double wishbones and coil springs, rear de Dion with coil springs; Brakes: power assisted four wheel disc. Left hand drive.
The Aston Martin DBS of 1967 made its debut with the well tried straight six engine installed, but the light alloy 5.3 litre V8 unit always intented for it became available in 1969. From the beginning 350 bhp was available from this rigorously hand-crafted powerplant, with an abundant flow of torque. Installed in a typically robust Aston Martin chassis with de Dion rear suspension to provide maximum traction, the V8 propelled William Towns' splendidly broad-shouldered saloon to 60 mph in 6.2 secs. Trimmed and equipped to the highest Newport Pagnell standards, the DBS was always craftsman built, a mere six or so cars a week leaving the factory.
Purchased by the vendor in 1983, this DBS V8 was sent to the factory in 1986 for an exhaustive mechanical and body refurbishment, which included overhauling the cylinder heads and engine ancillaries, new gearbox oil seals, a new rear axle hypoid gear and detailed attention to the steering and suspension. The car's interior and fittings were repaired as necessary, the body was taken back to bare metal, with all corrode metal sections replaced before a complete respray was carried out. The work is fully documented in an Aston Martin report, which comes with the car and the car has barely been used since. As such it is in exemplary order having had this refurbishment and close inspection is recommended. The car is Swiss registered.
Chassis no. DBS V8/10004/L
Old English Pewter with black leather interior.
Engine: V8, twin overhead camshafts to each bank, Lucas fuel injection, 5340cc, 350 bhp; Gearbox: three-speed automatic; Suspension: independent front by double wishbones and coil springs, rear de Dion with coil springs; Brakes: power assisted four wheel disc. Left hand drive.
The Aston Martin DBS of 1967 made its debut with the well tried straight six engine installed, but the light alloy 5.3 litre V8 unit always intented for it became available in 1969. From the beginning 350 bhp was available from this rigorously hand-crafted powerplant, with an abundant flow of torque. Installed in a typically robust Aston Martin chassis with de Dion rear suspension to provide maximum traction, the V8 propelled William Towns' splendidly broad-shouldered saloon to 60 mph in 6.2 secs. Trimmed and equipped to the highest Newport Pagnell standards, the DBS was always craftsman built, a mere six or so cars a week leaving the factory.
Purchased by the vendor in 1983, this DBS V8 was sent to the factory in 1986 for an exhaustive mechanical and body refurbishment, which included overhauling the cylinder heads and engine ancillaries, new gearbox oil seals, a new rear axle hypoid gear and detailed attention to the steering and suspension. The car's interior and fittings were repaired as necessary, the body was taken back to bare metal, with all corrode metal sections replaced before a complete respray was carried out. The work is fully documented in an Aston Martin report, which comes with the car and the car has barely been used since. As such it is in exemplary order having had this refurbishment and close inspection is recommended. The car is Swiss registered.
Sale room notice
The interior is dark blue and not black as stated. Also the gearbox is five speed manual and not automatic as stated.