The Aston Martin V8 (later known as the AMV8) was introduced in 1969 to replace the ageing DB6, with the brief being to create a handsome, powerful GT car, powered by Tadek Marek’s V8 engine, and remained atop the company’s model range until its retirement in 1989.

Initially, the V8 was equipped with a Bosch fuel injection system for the first two models (known as the V8 and AMV8, respectively) though the Series 3 models - on offer here - switched back to a carburettor setup, with four twin-choke Weber carburettors necessitating a substantial bulge in the bonnet to accommodate the additional height of the carbs.

Hand-built at Aston Martin’s Newport Pagnell factory, each Aston Martin V8 took in the region of 1,200 man-hours to complete, with each car inspected rigorously to ensure the continued upkeep of Aston Martin’s legendary build quality and reputation.

This striking 1974 Aston Martin V8 Series 3 represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly authentic example of one of Aston...