1966 ASTON MARTIN DB6

KEY FACTS

• A stunning example of the iconic classic grand tourer, finished in a handsome factory colour scheme and with low mileage from new.
• It is powered by the 282bhp 4.0-litre DOHC straight-six, which is fed by three SU carburettors and drives the rear wheels via a ZF five-speed manual transmission with overdrive.
• In total, only 1,788 DB6s were manufactured from 1965 to 1971.
• This example is a relatively early car, and was originally used as a demonstration vehicle at Botwoods Aston Martin Distributors in Norfolk, East Anglia.
• Originally an automatic car, it was converted to feature a five-speed manual gearbox by Aston Martin, with the original transmission included in the sale.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This DB6 is finished in its original colour combination of Silver Birch over a red Connolly leather-trimmed interior, and features a front-hinged bonnet a ‘Kamm tail’ rear and split front and rear bumpers.
• It rides on the correct set of 15-inch chromed wire wheels.
• The car will be supplied with its original owner’s manual, heritage certificate and build sheet, along with a large history file comprising a raft of maintenance invoices, MOT certificates and correspondence from Aston Martin.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• Its resprayed Silver Birch paintwork is in excellent condition, with one small stone chip behind the driver’s door.
• Inside, its re-trimmed red leather upholstery features some very light creases, along with one surface mark on the outer edge of the driver’s seat.
• The electric windows are not currently functioning, but this will be rectified prior to handover.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 4 October 2018 at 53,325 miles, which was resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or noted defects. The vendor reports that another MOT test will be performed prior to handover.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This DB6’s most recent service was carried out in October 2015 at 53,306 miles, when technicians at Stratton Motor Company changed the engine oil, before replacing the suspension bushes and overhauling the steering rack.
• Prior to this, full services were performed in May 2006 at 51,309 miles, and in April 1996 at 50,002 miles.

SUMMARY

This Aston Martin DB6 is a charming classic grand tourer, finished in an elegant colour scheme and now equipped with a more involving five-speed manual gearbox. Having been kept in long-term storage, it is now offered for sale with very low mileage, and is presented in excellent, ready-to-use condition.

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