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Not Sold (Est: £150,000 - £200,000)
1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupé
UK • 14 Jul 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupé, one of approximately 102 made, boasts a rich history with UK delivery and present ownership since 2014. It features a replacement engine, DB Mark III bonnet, and bucket seats, alongside a substantial history file documenting extensive maintenance.
Condition
6
While the car has been well-maintained and has a substantial history file documenting servicing and repairs, modifications such as the DB Mark III bonnet and bucket seats, along with a replacement engine, indicate it is not in original factory condition. The car has been re-cellulosed and has an expired FIVA Passport. Although it has benefited from mechanical refurbishment, the listing acknowledges wear and the need for close inspection.
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55,336 miles
MAS 892
1955
Auction
LML/1056
RHD
United Kingdom
Description
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Delivered new in the UK • Present ownership since 2014 • Well maintained • Offered from a distinguished private collection • Substantial history file "The Aston Martin DB2/4 is an expensive car designed to cater for the connoisseur of sports cars who is not limited by financial considerations." - Autocar, 2nd October 1953.
With the introduction of the '2+2' DB2/4 in October 1953, Aston Martin extended the model's appeal to the hitherto untapped yet increasingly important market comprised of 'sports car enthusiasts with a family'.
Modifications to the rear of the chassis plus a reduction in fuel tank capacity from 19 to 17 gallons liberated sufficient space within the existing design for two child-sized occasional rear seats.
Alternatively, the rear seat backs could be folded down, thus creating a load-carrying platform that more than doubled the luggage space.
The latter could be accessed via the 2/4's opening rear door, a pioneering example of the now commonplace 'hatchback' co...
Price Analysis vs Other DB2/4 Drophead Coupes
£103,500
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£208,635
Median Price (Since 2020)
£594,264
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 14th Feb 2009
Latest MOT mileage:
9,954 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 15th Feb 2008, 9,954 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Failed
On 13th Feb 2008, 9,954 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Advisory:
- Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Passed
On 5th Jan 2007, 8,613 miles
Failed
On 14th Dec 2006, 8,613 miles
There were 3 defects noted, with 3 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
- (Dangerous) Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
- (Dangerous) Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
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