Registration JLG480K
Registered 1971
Fuel Type Petrol
Tax Band N/A
Colour Blue
Engine Size 5.3 l
Interior Trim Natural
Fuel Consumption N/A

Description

Built in 1971, finished in Aquamarine Blue with Natural VM846 Hides and optioned with ZF 5-speed manual transmission, power operated aerial and Radiomobile push button radio.

A superbly original and excellent example of the DBS V8, of which in total, 402 were manufactured over 2 years and before introduction of the single headlamp and less powerful, carburettor equipped, AM V8’s from 1974 onward.

The DBS V8, with its signature twin headlamp and angular frontal design was, in period, the most powerful production Aston Martin available. Matched with the optional ZF 5 speed transmission, contemporary magazine road tests carried out by Autocar and Motor magazine, recorded 0-60mph times of 5.9 secs and a top speed of 162 mph.

A reference example, this particular 5-speed manual DBS V8, one of just 140 right hand drive manual examples produced, is heavily featured in the substantial and definitive reference book, The Aston Martin V8, published by Palawan Press. Impressively original in all respects, retaining its ‘as built’ specifications including its originally numbered engine and transmission, as detailed on the manufacturers build records. Maintained by recognised Aston Martin specialists over the last 20 years, including marque and model specialists Trinity Engineering in Surrey, who carried out a full vehicle service and overhauls of the front and rear suspension, brakes, rear drive line and the power steering systems. Only 3,000 miles have been covered since the substantial service and rebuilds were completed.

This DBS V8’s previous owner, well known in the Aston Martin community, kept the car in climate-controlled garaging, whilst regularly using it to attend concours and AMOC events. The history file accompanying the car includes maintenance invoices and ownership history covering the last 35 years, as well for restorative chassis works and a bare metal repaint in 2011. Numerous MoT certificates and correspondence from 1990 onward, accompany the car supporting the currently recorded 50,000 miles.

Sold by ourselves to its most recent owner, in 2023, the car also now benefits from a complete interior re-trim, by our in-house Trim & Upholstery Specialists, with all hides and carpets replaced, using correct materials such as Connolly Vaumol and Wilton carpeting. A Blaupunkt Bremen hi-fi, with DAB radio and Bluetooth connectivity has been installed, along with amplified high specification speakers.

Immortalised by Sir Roger Moore in his portrayal of Lord Brett Sinclair in the 1971 hit TV series ’The Persuaders’, high quality DBS V8’s have, in more recent years, become highly sought after and collected. Equally at home entered into concours events or driven as originally intended, this DBS V8, an exceptional example, presented in immaculate, concours condition throughout, is supplied inspected, fully serviced and prepared in our own workshops, with 12 Months MoT and warranty.

Available for viewing and demonstration now at our Hertfordshire showrooms.

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Registration JLG480K
Registered 1971
Fuel Type Petrol
Tax Band N/A
Colour Blue
Engine Size 5.3 l
Interior Trim Natural
Fuel Consumption N/A
Stock Number 2422
Bodystyle Coupe
Tax Cost N/A
Mileage 50,817 miles
Previous Owners 7
Exterior Colour Aquamarine
Doors 2

Description

Built in 1971, finished in Aquamarine Blue with Natural VM846 Hides and optioned with ZF 5-speed manual transmission, power operated aerial and Radiomobile push button radio.

A superbly original and excellent example of the DBS V8, of which in total, 402 were manufactured over 2 years and before introduction of the single headlamp and less powerful, carburettor equipped, AM V8’s from 1974 onward.

The DBS V8, with its signature twin headlamp and angular frontal design was, in period, the most powerful production Aston Martin available. Matched with the optional ZF 5 speed transmission, contemporary magazine road tests carried out by Autocar and Motor magazine, recorded 0-60mph times of 5.9 secs and a top speed of 162 mph.

A reference example, this particular 5-speed manual DBS V8, one of just 140 right hand drive manual examples produced, is heavily featured in the substantial and definitive reference book, The Aston Martin V8, published by Palawan Press. Impressively original in all respects, retaining its ‘as built’ specifications including its originally numbered engine and transmission, as detailed on the manufacturers build records. Maintained by recognised Aston Martin specialists over the last 20 years, including marque and model specialists Trinity Engineering in Surrey, who carried out a full vehicle service and overhauls of the front and rear suspension, brakes, rear drive line and the power steering systems. Only 3,000 miles have been covered since the substantial service and rebuilds were completed.

This DBS V8’s previous owner, well known in the Aston Martin community, kept the car in climate-controlled garaging, whilst regularly using it to attend concours and AMOC events. The history file accompanying the car includes maintenance invoices and ownership history covering the last 35 years, as well for restorative chassis works and a bare metal repaint in 2011. Numerous MoT certificates and correspondence from 1990 onward, accompany the car supporting the currently recorded 50,000 miles.

Sold by ourselves to its most recent owner, in 2023, the car also now benefits from a complete interior re-trim, by our in-house Trim & Upholstery Specialists, with all hides and carpets replaced, using correct materials such as Connolly Vaumol and Wilton carpeting. A Blaupunkt Bremen hi-fi, with DAB radio and Bluetooth connectivity has been installed, along with amplified high specification speakers.

Immortalised by Sir Roger Moore in his portrayal of Lord Brett Sinclair in the 1971 hit TV series ’The Persuaders’, high quality DBS V8’s have, in more recent years, become highly sought after and collected. Equally at home entered into concours events or driven as originally intended, this DBS V8, an exceptional example, presented in immaculate, concours condition throughout, is supplied inspected, fully serviced and prepared in our own workshops, with 12 Months MoT and warranty.

Available for viewing and demonstration now at our Hertfordshire showrooms.
If the list price of a car is over £40,000 at time of first registration, then there will be an additional rate payable from the second time the car is taxed for up to 5 years. MPG figures are obtained from laboratory testing and intended for comparisons between vehicles. They are unlikely to represent real world efficiency.

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Specification

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CO2
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Engine
Transmission
Manual
Performance
Engine Power
350 HP
Dimensions
Wheelbase
1971 mm
If the list price of a car is over £40,000 at time of first registration, then there will be an additional rate payable from the second time the car is taxed for up to 5 years. MPG figures are obtained from laboratory testing and intended for comparisons between vehicles. They are unlikely to represent real world efficiency.

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Where applicable, Nicholas Mee & Co include the following preparation within the asking price:

  • Serviced according to schedule
  • Pre-Delivery Inspection Report
  • 12 months MOT
  • 12 months Warranty
  • 12 months Roadside Assistance
  • Full Valet

For further details of our warranty and what is included within the purchase of a car, please contact us directly on 0208 7418822 .


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CO2 Emissions g/km

A 0
B 1 - 50
C 51 - 75
D 76 - 90
E 91 - 100
F 101 - 110
G 111 - 130
H 131 - 150
I 151 - 170
J 171 - 190
K 191 - 225
L 226 - 255
M 255 +

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If the list price of a car is over £40,000 at time of first registration, then there will be an additional rate payable from the second time the car is taxed for up to 5 years. MPG figures are obtained from laboratory testing and intended for comparisons between vehicles. They are unlikely to represent real world efficiency.