The second series of Aston Martin’s V8 Vantage—otherwise known as “Oscar India”, codenamed to mark its planned “October Introduction”—was introduced to deliver an improved but standardised engine and interior across the Aston Martin range.

The consolidation of components between the models Lagonda, V8, and Vantage brought improved refinement and luxury in the cabin, as well as better driveability and performance from the engine.

This particular Series II is a V580 “BBS”, which was delivered to its first owner in March 1983.

The “BBS” variant was the result of a requirement to shod the car with a tyre that could cope with the prodigious amount of performance on offer; the solution was to use a wider BBS eight-inch rim with a larger 275-profile Pirelli P7 tyre, housed in slightly flared arches.

Unsurprisingly, the “BBS” variants are now considered to be very desirable indeed, especially those equipped with a manual transmission.

Chassis 12363 presents in exceptional condition having...