1974 Aston Martin

Full Nut and Bolt Restoration by RS Williams, 4000 Miles Since Restoration, Built to Fast Road Specification, 400 BHP, Sports Exhaust System, Series 4 Wheels and Wheel Hubs, Incredible Extensive History Folder with Fully Documented Restoration, Carpets in Special Tartan. This exceptional 1974 Aston Martin V8 represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the marque�s most iconic hand-built grand tourers, presented in truly outstanding, concours-level condition and enhanced with renowned RS Williams upgrades.An early example of the model, confirmed by its Aston Martin Vehicle Heritage Certificate, the car represents one of the final evolutions of Aston Martin�s original David Brown-era V8 design. It retains the unmistakable craftsmanship, materials, and character of that celebrated period, while benefiting from a carefully considered programme of restoration and sympathetic upgrades�resulting in a highly desirable blend of originality, performance, and usability.Finished in its factory-correct and highly elegant colour scheme of Ascot Grey with blue leather, the car presents beautifully, showcasing the exceptional quality of the restoration.Subject to a comprehensive full body-off restoration, this V8 has been rebuilt to an exacting standard, with meticulous attention to detail throughout. The restoration is fully documented with an extensive photographic record, offering complete transparency and confidence in the quality of the work undertaken. Mechanical restoration was undertaken by RS Williams. Body and Interior nut and bolt restoration by Auto Audio in London.The car has been enhanced by RS Williams to a �fast road� specification. At its heart lies a RS Williams 5.7-litre engine conversion, a comprehensive re-engineering of the original Aston Martin V8. This upgrade includes:Capacity increase to 5.7 litres High-compression pistons and reworked cylinder headsGas-flowed heads and performance camshaftsUpgraded carburation and ignition systemBalanced and blueprinted bottom endThe result is a transformed driving experience, producing approximately 400bhp, with significantly increased torque across the rev range�delivering effortless performance while retaining the unmistakable character and sound of the Aston Martin V8.