1969 Aston Martin DBS Coupe

One of fewer than 1,000 DBS’s built over a six year production run, this left-hand drive 1969 example came to life alongside the final batches of DB6.

The car’s scarcity is made even greater by its Vantage spec, which added triple dual-choke, large-bore Weber carburetors which raised power of the 4.0 liter six from 280 to 325 hp. This was a hugely impressive figure for the day, and identical to that boasted by early Euro-spec 5.3 liter V8 models.

This example is stunning in medium blue, displaying complete and accurate factory trim throughout. The car’s condition is just as impressive in person as in photos.

Though its sharp-creased sheet metal pointed the way forward, the DBS kept one foot (or four) firmly in the past with factory knock-off wire wheels, and charmingly quirky hallmarks of low production abound, from dual fuel filler doors to incredibly intricate window trim moldings.

The car presents just as beautifully inside, and wood veneers surrounding instrumentation adds a lot of warmth–many examples of the DBS left the factory with blank black plastic and metal gauge pods.

Note the period head unit, a/c controls, and beautiful navy blue piping.

Power comes from a twin-cam 4.0 liter straight-six topped with the correct trio of Vantage-spec twin-choke Weber carburetors.

Rated at 325 hp, up 45 from the standard-spec DBS, this motor enabled sub 6.5-second 0-60 runs when coupled to the 5-speed manual of the auction car. This was true supercar territory for the day, and on par with a contemporary Lamborghini Miura or Ferrari Daytona.

This car is offered with limited history.

Rare, fast, beautiful, historically significant, and ideally specced for North American enthusiasts, this DBS Vantage checks all the right boxes and then some.

Estimated $80,000 - $120,000.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL BIDDERS

It should be noted that this vehicle has been on static display for a number of years and there is no history available beyond that displayed in our photography section.

We have not started or driven the car so cannot vouch for its mechanical viability or functionality. It will require recommissioning prior to road use and is sold ‘as seen’.

Please note that the title for this vehicle is in transit.

Buyers should expect the title within 30 business days following the sale; however, please note that for reasons beyond Bonhams/Market control, including any delays in lien releases by lien holder and/or delays by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent) in certain states, there are instances where the Buyer may not receive the title within 30 business days and, in those circumstances, Bonhams/Market will work to provide the titles to the Buyer as soon as possible.

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