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1965 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage
Germany • 25 Nov 2023
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This 1965 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage, chassis DB5/1996/L, is the third left-hand-drive DB5 Vantage built and the first Vantage-engined car in continental Europe. It features a 4.0-litre straight-six engine producing 325 horsepower and is finished in Aegean Blue with Beige Connolly leather, presenting a tempting proposition for Aston Martin enthusiasts, though it requires recommissioning due to static display.
Condition
6
The car has been on static display for a number of years and will require recommissioning prior to road use. However, the car is presented in its factory-correct color combination of Aegean Blue over a Beige Connolly leather interior.
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Chassis No:
DB51996L
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RHD/LHD:
LHD
Aston Martin announced the Vantage engine for the Swiss market on 4 March 1965.
The 4.0-litre straight-six powerplant produced 325 horsepower at 5,750 rpm—40 more than the standard engine.
The firm stated that the first example would be available to view at the Geneva Motor Show from 11 to 21 March 1965.
According to Aston Martin build records, chassis DB5/1996/L was the third left-hand-drive DB5 Vantage built and would become the first Vantage-engined car in continental Europe.
Completed on 27 February 1965, the coachwork was finished in Aegean Blue with Beige Connolly leather, with the car sent directly to Swiss Aston Martin distributor, Garage Herbert Patthey.
Specified with a Motorola radio/aerial, chrome wire wheels, Bray immersion heater, spark plug holder and, curiously, a detachable passenger seat headrest.
It is thought the headrest was specified in such a manner so that a cameraman could sit in the back and photograph road tests.
The factory guarantee was issued on 5 M...
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