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£93,375 (Est: £90,000 - £110,000)
1956 Aston Martin DB2/4 MkII Fixed-Head Coupé - Coachwork by Tickford
UK • 23 Aug 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1956 Aston Martin DB2/4 MkII Fixed-Head Coupé is one of only 34 coachbuilt by Tickford. It boasts a detailed history, recent restoration work, and mechanical upgrades, making it a rare and desirable classic, eligible for events like the Mille Miglia.
Condition
8
The car has been restored, including a bare-metal repaint, re-plating of chrome, and interior refurbishment. The engine has been rebuilt and upgraded. It also has a comprehensive history file. These factors indicate it is in excellent condition with only minor imperfections.
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11,500 miles
AM3001210
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
GSL 125
1956
Auction
Description
Launched in 1953 at the London Motor Show, the Aston Martin DB2/4 was designed as an evolution of the highly acclaimed DB2, introducing a more practical 2+2 seating layout alongside the classic coupé and drophead versions.
It marked an important chapter for Aston Martin as the company sought to combine grand touring refinement with sporting performance, helping to broaden its appeal beyond pure sports car enthusiasts.
The DB2/4’s blend of performance, style and usability quickly earned it a distinguished reputation, bolstered by competition success and the marque’s commitment to craftsmanship.
Power came from W.O.
Bentley’s 2.6-litre twin-cam six-cylinder engine tuned to 125bhp in Vantage-specification.
While the added weight initially impacted performance, the introduction of a 3-litre 140bhp engine in 1954 restored its sporting credentials, with a top speed of 118mph and 0–60mph achieved in approximately 11 seconds.
Following David Brown’s acquisition of Tickford Ltd, the renow...
Price Analysis vs Other DB2/4 Fixed Head Coupes
£2,500
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£102,236
Median Price (Since 2020)
£241,137
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous DB2/4 Fixed Head Coupe Sales
MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 17th Oct 2012
Latest MOT mileage:
10,746 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 18th Oct 2011, 10,746 miles
Passed
On 7th Oct 2010, 7,463 miles
Passed
On 16th Sept 2009, 7,438 miles
Failed
On 14th Aug 2008, 7,242 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
- Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
User Entered:
- advise play steering idler
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