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[trying to get back to doing these at the beginning of the week]
The DB4 was introduced in 1958, and featured an all-new chassis, engine, and body—the latter of which presents a distinctly Italian look. In fact, the shape was the handiwork of Milanese coachbuilder Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera, and the styling had a fastback flair that really set the DB4 apart from any other British sports car.
The model soldiered on until 1963, transitioning through five series, the last resembling its successor, the DB5 of James Bond fame. The DB4 Convertible was launched in 1961, of which 70 examples comprised the Series IV and Series V in total.
The most collectible of ‘60s-era Aston Martins is the DB4 GT, launched in 1959 with competition in mind. It was distinguished from regular models by its shorter wheelbase and highly tuned 3.7-liter inline-six engine. With three Weber carburetors, the GT engine made more than 300 hp.
Equipped with such a power plant, this Series V Convertible was delivered on July 19, 1963, to Aston Martin of Brooklands, Weybridge.
Accompanied by a copy of the build sheet, previous titles, and digital versions of period photographs, the car also has an Aston Martin restoration certificate and a leather-bound book detailing the entire process. The vehicle carries a high-end estimate of $1.95 million.
read more: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/car-week-rare-restored-1963-120000086.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall
The DB4 was introduced in 1958, and featured an all-new chassis, engine, and body—the latter of which presents a distinctly Italian look. In fact, the shape was the handiwork of Milanese coachbuilder Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera, and the styling had a fastback flair that really set the DB4 apart from any other British sports car.
The model soldiered on until 1963, transitioning through five series, the last resembling its successor, the DB5 of James Bond fame. The DB4 Convertible was launched in 1961, of which 70 examples comprised the Series IV and Series V in total.
The most collectible of ‘60s-era Aston Martins is the DB4 GT, launched in 1959 with competition in mind. It was distinguished from regular models by its shorter wheelbase and highly tuned 3.7-liter inline-six engine. With three Weber carburetors, the GT engine made more than 300 hp.
Equipped with such a power plant, this Series V Convertible was delivered on July 19, 1963, to Aston Martin of Brooklands, Weybridge.
Accompanied by a copy of the build sheet, previous titles, and digital versions of period photographs, the car also has an Aston Martin restoration certificate and a leather-bound book detailing the entire process. The vehicle carries a high-end estimate of $1.95 million.
read more: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/car-week-rare-restored-1963-120000086.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall
