Aston Martin Lagonda Series IV Saloon VIN. SCFDL01S4KTL13581, 1989
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Engine No.: V585/3581/LFA
US$145,600 USD | Sold
- One of only 72 left-hand drive examples built
- 2,027 miles from new
- 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda Series IV Saloon
- VIN. SCFDL01S4KTL13581
- Engine no. V585/3581/LFA
- 5,340cc DOHC V8 Engine
- Weber-Marelli Fuel Injection
- 289bhp at 5,000rpm
- 3-Speed TorqueFlite Automatic Transmission
- 4-Wheel Independent Suspension
- 4-Wheel Power-Assisted Disc Brakes
- One of only 72 left-hand drive Series 4 Lagondas built
- 2,027 original miles
- Documented with records going back to when it was new
- Original MSRP of $187,500 Previewing in Bedford Hills, New York by appointment. Please contact [email protected] for scheduling.
- THE ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA
Aston Martin's periodic revival of the Lagonda name saw it applied to a stretched, four-door AM V8 in the mid-1970s, a mere handful of these 'Series 1' cars being constructed. When the concept re-emerged as an entirely new product type, it was the sensation of the 1976 London Motor Show. Clothed in striking 'razor edge' bodywork designed by William Towns - the man responsible for the DBS - the new Lagonda saloon, designated 'Series 2', used the same long-wheelbase V8 chassis as its immediate predecessor, while breaking new ground in terms of digital LCD instrumentation and touch-button switch gear.
Problems with this advanced concept would delay production until April 1978, by which time a simplified arrangement had been adopted. The interior though, was every bit as luxurious as the exterior was futuristic, featuring selected Connolly hides, Wilton carpeting and walnut veneer, all hand-finished by skilled craftsmen in the best Aston Martin tradition. In the Lagonda, Aston's well-proven 5.3-litre V8 employed a quartet of twin-choke Weber 42DCNF carburettors and produced a maximum of 280bhp at 5,000rpm with 320lb/ft of torque available lower down the range. A Chrysler Torqueflite automatic gearbox was the standard transmission.
More than 17' long, 6' wide and weighing two tons, the Lagonda was an imposing sight from any angle, yet despite its bulk proved capable of racing to 60mph in 7.9 seconds on its way to a top speed of 145mph. Production got into its stride towards the end of 1978, with one car per week being completed at the Newport Pagnell factory. The Lagonda was face-lifted in 1987 as the Series 4, acquiring a slightly softer, less hard-edged look and continued in production until May 1990 by which time a total of 638 had been built. Even today, almost 30 years after its sensational debut, there are few cars that can match the visual presence of the Aston Martin Lagonda.
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED According to Aston Martin Lagonda Limited, 106 Lagonda Series 4 models were built, the right/left-hand drive split being 34/72. From the final series of production and last year the model was imported to North America, this Lagonda was completed on December 5, 1988 and sold new to Scott Cars in Charlotte, North Carolina. Ordered in Dover White over Dark Blue and White pipe hides, a copy of the original manufacturer sticker indicates an original MSRP of $187,500—about $6,000 more than a Ferrari Testarossa.
The car remaining with Scott Cars for about a decade, largely as a dealership show piece, until it was sold to its next owner, Boone, North Carolina based retired aviation industry broker Austin McCarthy. Continuing a steadfast custodianship of the car that saw limited use, the Lagonda was acquired by the current owner in November of 2010. Cosmetically one of the nicest Lagonda's out there, it shows beautifully both inside and out.
Complete with its original tool case and tools (although the internal foam has badly deteriorated), original owner's handbooks and accessory manuals, copies of factory records, North Carolina inspection reports going back as far as when the car was new in January of 1989, an original Lagonda sales brochure, and a clean CARFAX, this is truly one of the most time capsule Lagondas on the planet. On static display for the last 11 years with only 29 miles added in the present ownership for a total of 2,027 miles since new, mechanical recommission is recommended before being used to experience the future we were promised.
Please note, the title will be in transit.
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534 716 AED
