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V12 Vantage Model Guide
V12 Vantage Model Guide With its blend of timeless style, stirring performance and effortless charisma, no other car exudes Aston-ness more perfectly than a DB5. Here’s everything you need to know about this 1960s icon. View Stock

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The View from the Showroom

By Neal Garrard
By Neal Garrard Commercial Director at Nicholas Mee & Co.
The DB5 was Ultimately Built in Tiny Numbers
The DB5 was Ultimately Built in Tiny Numbers So the Bond Effect shows no signs of waning. But there’s another factor at play in the DB5’s consistently strong values. While Goldfinger stoked up demand and filled the order books, Astons of this era were still built in tiny numbers. And the DB5’s production run lasted only from July 1963 to September 1965 – barely more than two years. In that time a grand total of just 1022 were built across all variants (compare that with 1284 DB4s and 1567 DB6s – or 7000-plus DB7s!). It’s a classic case of supply and demand. While the DB5’s glamour and the whole Bond thing provide the demand, the supply is always going to be limited. Speaking of which… With only 123 built, it’s no surprise that the DB5 Convertible commands such high prices today. Reckon on £1 million-plus for a ‘regular’ Convertible, as much as £1.5m for a Vantage, says Neal. ‘But don’t hold your breath, as they seldom come up for sale and often take pride of place in the world’s best garages alongside McLaren F1s and Ferrari 250 GTs.’
The Premium Bond Connection
The Premium Bond Connection So the Bond Effect shows no signs of waning. But there’s another factor at play in the DB5’s consistently strong values. While Goldfinger stoked up demand and filled the order books, Astons of this era were still built in tiny numbers. And the DB5’s production run lasted only from July 1963 to September 1965 – barely more than two years. In that time a grand total of just 1022 were built across all variants (compare that with 1284 DB4s and 1567 DB6s – or 7000-plus DB7s!). It’s a classic case of supply and demand. While the DB5’s glamour and the whole Bond thing provide the demand, the supply is always going to be limited. Speaking of which… With only 123 built, it’s no surprise that the DB5 Convertible commands such high prices today. Reckon on £1 million-plus for a ‘regular’ Convertible, as much as £1.5m for a Vantage, says Neal. ‘But don’t hold your breath, as they seldom come up for sale and often take pride of place in the world’s best garages alongside McLaren F1s and Ferrari 250 GTs.’
DB5’s Currently in the Showroom
DB5’s Currently in the Showroom Nicholas Mee & Company offer the finest selection of Pre Owned Aston Martin Cars for Sale at our showroom at Essendonbury Farm, conveniently located in Hertfordshire. As a Specialist Aston Martin Dealer, we pride ourselves in offering the highest quality Used cars from the Aston Martin Marque to car enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Restoration and Running Costs for a V12 Vantage

By Chris Green
By Chris Green Service and Aftercare Manager at Nicholas Mee Co.

Driving a V12 Vantage Today

By Peter Tomalin
By Peter Tomalin EVO Magazine Motoring Journalist
Driving the Aston Martin DB5 Vantage & Convertible
Driving the Aston Martin DB5 Vantage & Convertible
Driving the Aston Martin DB5 Shooting Brake
Driving the Aston Martin DB5 Shooting Brake
The Bond Connection
The Bond Connection

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