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1935 Aston Martin 1½ litre Mk. ll Long Chassis Open Tourer
United Kingdom • 9 Mar 2013 • Lot 229
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1934-1935 Aston Martin Mk. II four-seater, one of only 45 produced, boasts a comprehensive history and recent maintenance work, including a suspension overhaul and cosmetic touch-ups. Praised by a marque specialist for its near-original specification, it represents a well-preserved example of British motoring history, making it a highly sought-after classic.
Condition
7
The car description indicates that the vehicle, an Aston Martin Mk. II, has been well-maintained and retains original features such as leather upholstery. It has undergone a recent service including new tires, suspension overhaul, brake linings, and reconditioned components. While some cosmetic work has been done, it is described as "a rare example to near original specification" by a marque specialist. This suggests a high level of preservation and recent attention to mechanical and cosmetic upkeep.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
E5/574/L
Odometer:
4,000 miles
Reg Number:
EYT978
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Aston Martin was founded in 1913 by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford.
The two had joined forces as Bamford & Martin the previous year to sell cars made by Singer from premises in Callow Street, London where they also serviced GWK and Calthorpe vehicles.
Martin raced specials at Aston Hill near Aston Clinton, and the pair decided to make their own vehicles.
The first car to be namedAston Martinwas created by Martin by fitting a four-cylinder Coventry-Simplex engine to the chassis of a 1908 Isotta-Fraschini.
They acquired premises at Henniker Place in Kensington and produced their first car in March 1915 although production could not start because of the outbreak of World War I.
Martin joined the Admiralty and Bamford the Royal Army Service Corps.
All machinery was sold to the Sopwith Aviation Company.
After the war, the company was re-founded at Abingdon Road, Kensington and a new car designed to carry the Aston-Martin name.
Bamford left in 1920 and the company was revitalised w...
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£40,204
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£94,852
Median Price (Since 2020)
£149,500
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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