£203.6k
1966 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage Mk. I
Historics • UK • 23 Sept 2023
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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£203,616
1966 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage Mk. I
UK • 23 Sept 2023 • Lot 191
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1966 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage is presented in Silver Birch with a Dark Navy leather interior. It features a Webasto roof, power steering, and an extensive history file dating back to 1970. The car has been repainted and the interior restored, with re-chromed elements and significant mechanical work completed.
Condition
7
The car is described as beautifully presented with a restored interior and repainted exterior, suggesting it's in very good condition. While there are some age-related marks on the edges of panels, the general appearance is excellent, and many mechanical parts have been attended to. The re-chroming of bumpers, wheel spinners, and interior components further indicates a well-maintained vehicle.
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73,372 miles
LAX 164D
1966
Auction
DB62738R
RHD
United Kingdom
£203.6k
1966 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage Mk. I
Historics • UK • 23 Sept 2023
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
The Aston Martin DB6 was launched at the London Motor Show in 1965, following on from the highly successful DB5, immortalised by the 1964 James Bond film 'Goldfinger'.
The front of the DB6 was visually similar to the DB5 but closer inspection revealed quite a different car.
The wheelbase was lengthened allowing additional passenger space in the rear along with a raised roof line.
The profile of the rear quarter lights echoed those of the DB4 GT Zagato, a styling theme that continued through to the DBS and V8 models until production finished in 1990.
Both front and rear bumpers were split into two pieces and the rear of the car was restyled with a Kamm tail which helped reduce aerodynamic drag and gave the car more stability at speed.
The engine remained the same as the DB5 unit, a 3995cc twin overhead cam straight-six, the Vantage version offering a claimed 325bhp.
This example is an original Vantage, boasting triple Weber 45DCOE carburettors and is beautifully presented in the t...
Price Analysis vs Other DB6 Vantages
£76,140
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£204,754
Median Price (Since 2020)
£570,885
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 9th Aug 2018
Latest MOT mileage:
73,030 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 10th Aug 2017, 73,030 miles
Passed
On 7th Apr 2016, 72,575 miles
Passed
On 13th Feb 2015, 72,167 miles
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Unit D, Lyndhurst Buildings, Lyndhurst Road, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9ED
Operating from Ascot, Berkshire, Historics is a physical auction house handling classic, sports, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions in the UK and offer vehicle consignment and valuation services.
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