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1968 Aston Martin DBS Vantage

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One of only 72 original six-cylinder Vantage models

Full body-off restoration

Extensive history file

Five-speed manual transmission

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The fact that this Aston Martin DBS is now presented in such stunning condition is due to the quality of a body-off restoration that was started in 2020, and which has resulted in a superb example of this stylish grand tourer. Chassis number DBS/5154/R was supplied new in Mink with Blue trim, and its factory build sheet shows that it was fitted with the optional Motorola radio. Its guarantee was issued on 25 October 1968 and it was sold to a Manchester-based owner via the Colebrook & Burgessdealership. Having been placed on SORN throughout much of the 2000s, the DBS was back in use by the time it passed to a new owner in 2020. They intended to carry out a repair to one of the sills and then continue driving the Aston before one day embarking on a full rebuild. As soon as work commenced, however, it was clear that the planned restoration was needed straight away. The DBS was entrusted to a Hereford-based specialist who spent almost 3000 hours stripping the car right down, replacing all of the rotten metalwork – which was a considerable job on its own – overhauling the running gear, and rebuilding the engine and gearbox. The electrical system was renewed throughout, the interior was fully retrimmed by GB Classic Trim, and the chrome was redone by Marque Restores. In order to cure leaks from the rear main oil seal – a problem that can affect the DB4-5-6 and six-cylinder DBS – a Steel Wings neoprene seal conversion kit was installed during the engine rebuild. Chase Engineering converted the cylinder head to run on unleaded fuel, and in the cockpit there’s now a Radiomobile 108 8-Track with Bluetooth hands-free functionand DAB capability. The completed Aston Martin took part in the 2022 Salon Privé Club Trophy at Blenheim Palace and is now being offered for sale with an extensive history file that includes not only a photographic record of its restoration, but also a charming Esso service record that logs the maintenance work that was carried out between 1975 (at 55,000 miles) and 1997 (at just under 88,000 miles). As one of only 72 six-cylinder DBS Vantages to leave the Newport Pagnell factory, this beautifully sorted car represents a rare opportunity to buy one of these powerful and extremely attractive British classics.