Aston Martin DBS Sports Saloon, 1968
Aston Martin DBS I
Aston Martin DBS I•
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Chassis No.: DBS/5065/LAC
Engine No.: 400/3673/S
US$117,600 USD | Sold
- 3,995cc DOHC Vantage-Spec 6-Cylinder Engine (see text)
- 3 Dual-Throat Weber 45DCOE9 Carburetors (see text)
- 282bhp at 5,500rpm
- 5-Speed ZF Manual Transmission
- 4-Wheel Independent Suspension
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- Delivered new to Pennsylvania
- Original left drive, 5-speed manual
- The 65th DBS built
The interim history of this DBS is yet unknown, but the car eventually found its way to the United Kingdom where it was subject to an extensive restoration with a reported 14,000 original miles on the clock. While the car was being restored, the original, numbers matching motor was uprated to Vantage spec. It is understood a number of other drivability improvements were also undertaken including upgrades to the ignition, suspension, cooling system, and exhaust. Records of the work completed are not currently with the car.
The DBS later made its way back to the United States, ending up in Boca Raton, Florida. Interestingly, while the car may have been in a warm weather climate, the previous owner didn't like the look of the A/C compressor under the hood, but the evaporator and expansion valve along with a larger condenser are in place while the bracket and wiring for the compressor remain. It is understood that extensive records documented the restoration of the car, but those unfortunately have not remained with the car.
Acquired by the seller in June of 2007, it has been on static display since purchase and will require recommissioning prior to active use. Accompanied by copies of its Aston Martin build records, it will no doubt provide many happy miles once it has been properly sorted.
Cost
431,886 AED
