1965 ASTON MARTIN DB5

. Engine upgraded to 4.7 Litre 324 bhp retaining its original block and head.

. Notable upgrades include; Air conditioning, central locking and alarm, power steering and 6” Torino wheels.

When the DB5 was unveiled at the Earls Court motor show in October 1963, it’s unlikely that anyone at Aston Martin anticipated just how successful it would be. What the DB5 would soon have on its side though, was one of the most memorable examples of product placement in history – a starring role in the third James Bond movie, 1964’s Goldfinger. Amazing as it may sound today, Aston owner David Brown was reluctant when he was first approached. He eventually relented though and dispatched the prototype DB5 to Pinewood Studios to be equipped with a full complement of Secret Service gadgets. Whilst the DB4 was a big success for Aston Martin, the DB5 sold twice as fast, with 1021 being built during the model’s brief two-year production run.

The Aston Martin DB5 Sports Saloon chassis no: DB5/1806/R offered here at Autostorico is a 1965 registered example finished in Caribbean Blue Peal with Sample Grey leather interior. Purchased by its current owner an Aston Martin enthusiast in 2014. The car was then subject to a complete a fully documented restoration by marque specialist Aston Engineering of Derby. The owner commissioned works to the mechanicals and body regardless of cost. The engine was totally stripped down and rebuilt to 4.7 litre retaining its original block and head. Attention then passed to the bodywork which was stripped and repaired as necessary before a bare metal respray. Other notable woks included rear axle, suspension and gearbox overhaul, new fuel tank fitted, full re-wire, chrome trim and interior retrim.

Remaining in what can only be described as stunning condition this Aston Martin DB5 not only represents one of the finest examples in Britain but also drives extremely well.

Offered for sale with a current V5 certificate, full photographic restoration photos and numerous invoices.

Viewing strictly by appointment only.