2000 Aston Martin DB7

Although the original six-cylinder DB7 was (and remains) undoubtedly a very sexy and sultry looker, you’d be hard pressed to say it’s appearance was matched by stunning performance. All that was put right by lowering a V12 engine into that long Vantage snout . And, of course, a V12 is what we have here.

A couple of things mark this particular example as a cut above the ‘usual’. Firstly; the colour.

As part of Aston’s personal specification program of the time, this DB7 Vantage was finished in ‘Turkish Green’ (ostensibly a BMW colour, though with an Aston paint code). It certainly presents well in this shade and stands out as an individual from so many dark blue and British Racing Green examples.

The other feature which puts this car in an even more rarefied group is its manual six-speed gearbox. Yes, we know an auto ’box makes for ‘refined touring’ but you can achieve that in this car simply by slipping into top and sitting back.

This V12 pulls from way down in the revs - you can make quite rapid progress in the middle gears in the 2000-3000rpm range. And if you want to make even more rapid progress, simply up the revs - the power spools in effortlessly. The drivetrain and suspension are very much up to the performance task - no blue smoke or rattles on acceleration and no creaks or groans from underneath, while the nicely-weighted power steering makes nuanced control a doddle.

An auto Vantage makes for a great GT, but this well-appointed manual example is a grand tourer and a sports car rolled into one.

This rather rare shade of ‘Turkish Green’ would be a hard colour in which to conceal blemishes and imperfections, but luckily, this Aston’s bodywork is in good shape. The paintwork itself displays a good shine, with a colour and finish that are bright and consistent across the car The front apron has apparently been repainted, though it matches perfectly with the rest of the car. There are some small imperfections; a couple of small bubbles in the paint on the rear haunch behind the driver’s side wheel arch, and also a tiny amount of corrosion coming through on the top edge of the windscreen above the mirror.

Panel fit is good; doors and lids fit snugly, while panel seams are tight. The rubbing strips along the flanks are straight, lining up nicely from one panel to the next. The only inconsistency to the DB’s smooth lines is perhaps the petrol filler flap which sits a bit low.

Details are good; the front wing vents are clean and tidy (maybe the tiniest chip at the chrome edge of one) with no grime in the mesh. Otherwise, there is a distinct lack of bright metal on the car - really only these and the rear DB7 Vantage wording, all of which retains a smooth clean finish with no discolouration or pitting. (The latter was re-plated). Window surrounds are black with no signs of fading to brown. Attendant rubber seals also look healthy and retain a good colour. There are some scuffs to the (body coloured) paint on the the leading edge of the passenger door window frame.

The cabin of the Aston retains the ambience of a luxury sporting GT. The light mushroom/sand coloured leather remains in excellent condition. The seats carry a fairly gentle patina; some creasing and a little faint wear to outer seat bolsters. The contrasting green edge piping is in very good shape and remains scuff and fade-free apart from a couple of slightly faded areas on the lower halves of the outer seat bolsters. Predictably, the rear seats look like they’ve hardly - if ever - been used.

The chunky two-tone leather door panels are also in nice condition. None rattle or appear loose, and door furniture - vents and handles - remain firmly in place. Nor are there any scratch/finger nail marks around these, nor kick marks or shoe scuffs in the leather around the foot wells. The carpets in these areas - all areas - are clean and retain a good pile and colour. The mats too are in good condition, with tidy, leather-reinforced edges.

The dashboard array, centre console and controls make for a very good impression as you slide behind the steering wheel. The woodwork - lighter than some - is nicely figured and retains a healthy subdued gloss - no cracks or pealing lacquer. Switches and fittings remain firmly in place and all appear to work fine. The gear stick gaiter is clean and supple, while the black leather gear knob, like the steering wheel, is surprisingly free of scuffs, chips or scratches.

The green leather of the roll top is blemish and fade free, though there are a few dark marks to the leather covering the glove box, though nothing that will really draw the eye - especially when that wood and leather steering wheel and the view out over the bonnet are so appealing.

It’s quite a surprise to find a car with 84,000 miles on the clock (okay, probably largely summer miles) with such a clean underside. This one has actually been pellet blasted and (Tectyl) wax treated by the previous owner. It is very clean, with no mud or crud to hide imperfections - not that there really are any.

The undertray appears to be very solid - no rusty seams or dents. The most that can be seen of corrosion is a few light ‘brush marks’ along the edges of one or two suspension components. All thes parts look to be very robust and free-moving. Struts, control arms, bracing and springs all look very sound. Brake and fuel lines are clean and un-weathered (is that a word), while rubber gaiters look healthy.

The recently refurbished wheels look to be in excellent condition, with clean black Aston-logo’d brake callipers behind. The discs behind look in good shape too. Tyres have a lot of life in them.

Looking around the less easily seen areas of the body - sills, the underside of the doors and the edges of the engine bay, there appear to be no rusty or damaged areas.

Going back under the bonnet, like many a ‘modern’ engine, it’s hard to see around the V12, though the motor itself appears to be in good shape. There are no signs of leaks , stains or rust, while the often-times indicators of neglect - jubilee clips, hoses, ducts and wiring all look healthy - no rust in screw heads, no perishing or cracks, and no ‘budget’ replacements or improvised repairs. There is no accumulated grime anywhere, save for a light coat of dust atop the cross-bracing that supports the bonnet hinges. The latter appear sturdy, while the supporting struts hold the lid up just fine.

A nicely stamped service book showing some good Aston main dealer and specialist service garage addresses accompanies the Vantage, There are also other accompanying invoices, (mostly from 2025 onwards) including ones for substantial suspension work in 2015 and other suspension fettling (including a bush kit) in 2019. There is also the invoice (along with others from Mulsanne Motors) listing the work done for the ‘Tectyl’ undersealing treatment.

With each passing year, the DB7 seems to become more desirable to classic fans, though thankfully prices have not climbed out of reach of determined enthusiasts. How much longer we’ll be able to say that is uncertain. This is a well cared-for example with a very acceptable mileage and only a couple of fairly easily rectifiable cosmetic floors. Considering only those, it will sit in the upper-mid price range. The two further factors affecting its value will be the colour - a totally subjective call (but remember there’s probably only this one) and the manual gearbox. The latter is also a personal preference, but there are less stick-shift examples than there are enthusiasts… All things weighed up, we think this DB7 will command between £22,000 - £28,000.

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