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Not Sold (Est: £110,000 - £130,000)
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante The subject of a photographically documented, bare metal restoration by marque specialist Trinity Engineering
United Kingdom • 18 Mar 2026 • Lot 82
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is a meticulously restored example, enhanced with a four-speed automatic gearbox and unleaded fuel conversion. Boasting a desirable Balmoral Green Metallic finish and a well-documented history with marque specialists, it presents a unique opportunity for collectors.
Condition
8
The car has undergone a bare metal restoration by Trinity Engineering. Post-restoration servicing has been consistently performed by marque specialists. While there's mention of a non-functioning passenger side electric window and a mislaid history file, the car's overall condition is described as a credit to Trinity Engineering's craftsmanship, suggesting it's very well-maintained with minimal cosmetic imperfections.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
SCFCV81C3BTL15240
Odometer:
25,000 miles
Reg Number:
NHM 742X
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Introduced in June 1978, the Aston Martin V8 Volante was among the best looking convertibles that money could buy.
Utilising a strengthened version of its two-door Saloon sibling’s sheet steel platform chassis, the newcomer was equipped with independent coil-sprung front suspension, a De Dion rear axle, four-wheel disc brakes and power assisted rack and pinion steering.
Sporting a ‘power bulge’ bonnet to accommodate the quad Weber carburettors that sat atop its 5340cc DOHC V8 engine, the soft-top was typically ordered with three-speed Torqueflite automatic transmission.
Reputedly capable of over 140mph and 0-60mph in 7.7 seconds, the V8 Volante featured sumptuous leather upholstery and a beautiful burr walnut dashboard / door cappings.
A smash hit with America’s rich and famous, most of the 439 carburettor-fed cars completed between 1978 and 1986 were to left-hand drive specification.
For many the ultimate Aston Martin V8 was the Vantage Volante that the late Emir of Bahrain gifte...
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£53,414
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£100,000
Median Price (Since 2020)
£204,428
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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