Aston Martin DBS Sports Saloon, 1971
Aston Martin DBS I
Aston Martin DBS I•
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Chassis No.: DBS/5754/R
£28,750 GBP | Sold
- Automatic transmission
- Present ownership since circa 2012
- Kept in dry storage since acquisition
"Turning to matters other than performance, we really were most tremendously impressed by the DBS," enthused
magazine. "The interior, especially merits praise not only for its uniquely satisfying aesthetics and superb finish (way, way ahead of any Italian rival in this respect) but also for the thought that has gone into the ergonomics of its layout."
Although less well known as such than the earlier 'DB' series, the DBS is yet another 'James Bond' Aston Martin, having featured in On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969) and, albeit briefly, Diamonds Are Forever (1971).
Copies of factory paperwork on file show that right-hand drive chassis '5754/R' was delivered new to a Mr D Pickerill of Glasgow, with a subsequent owner, Mr Sid Segal noted in December 1971. It was finished in Dubonnet Rosso with Natural interior trim and equipped with automatic transmission. It was delivered new with an MPH speedometer but appears to have a KMH one fitted now, it is unknown when this change was made. The only other paperwork is a photocopy of the Aston's last (part) V5C document listing Classic Cars Peter Jarvis as owner from 14th April 2008, and a photocopy Middle Eastern registration card issued in July 2012, which is believed to be when our vendor acquired the DBS.
Kept in dry storage as part of the vendor's extensive private collection in the Middle East, the car will require recommissioning before returning to the road.
Please note that this vehicle is only offered with a photocopy of its old registration document, bidders should satisfy themselves as to registration requirements in their own jurisdiction. Please contact the department for further information.
Please note that this vehicle is from outside the UK. Our customs agents, CARS UK, will manage all post sale customs administration. A fee of £350+VAT will be charged on the buyer's invoice to administer both import or export customs movements. If the buyer also chooses to ship with CARS UK, this will be quoted separately. If this vehicle is to remain in the UK, it will be subject to Import VAT at the reduced rate of 5% on the hammer price. This vehicle will not be available for immediate collection after the sale and will only be released on completion of customs clearance formalities. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Motorcar Department.
Cost
139,784 AED
