2009 Aston Martin DBS

With only two former keepers, this extraordinary DBS was supplied by JCT600, the Aston Martin main dealer in Leeds on the 12th December 2008. With a genuine mileage of only 3,500 miles it is still in almost as-new condition, thanks to a strict storage regimen that precludes it being taken out in the rain. 

Yes, that’s right; this fabulous Aston Martin DBS has been protected by an original equipment AM car cover and has been kept garaged since the owner bought it all those years ago, only venturing out in fine weather.

It also comes with both keys, one of which is the ‘Emotional Control Unit’. However, the cherished registration number will be removed prior to the auction, after which the car will revert to its original number of YJ58 MBY.

The coachwork is in new condition, having been protected by a combination of an OE breathable car cover, careful storage, fair weather use and a clear plastic wrap on the front bumper to guard against stone chips. Nor has it ever been pranged, vandalized or suffered any of the indignities that are all too common on our crowded British roads.

The 20-inch lightweight alloy wheels are also in perfect, unmarked condition as are the two front carbon fibre splitters. The tyres are matching Pirelli P-Zero, all of which have good tread and were specifically designed to maximise the car’s ride and handling. 

The carbon fibre, Alcantara, leather, aluminium, stainless steel and wood interior is as good as it was when it left Gaydon as is the specially woven, lightweight weave carpet. This is hardly a surprise given how little it has been used and how cherished its life. This means we’ve got almost nothing to write in here, but when you’re looking at spending such a huge sum on a British supercar, less is more, right?

The sound system has been upgraded to the (hideously expensive) B&O system, which sounds amazing and it comes with its original crystal ‘Emotional Control Unit’ in addition to the standard key.

This DBS isn’t even properly run in as it has fewer than 3,500 miles on the odometer, meaning it is free from faults and still in perfect mechanical condition.

The 510bhp V12 engine runs perfectly and performs as well now as it did when it was new. It has also been upgraded with a performance stainless steel exhaust system, which cost almost £1,400 in 2010. The original exhaust system will be supplied with the car.

The ceramic brakes are in very good condition, which is handy because a new set of four will set you back the best part of a five-figure sum…

Even though the car’s mileage has barely altered since its last service, we would encourage the new owner to carry out a full service as soon as possible to try and pre-empt any minor problems that might arise as a result of it being stored for a few years.

This beautiful example has a full Aston Martin service history, which is confirmed with a stamped service history booklet. It is also being supplied with its original Aston Martin DBS owner’s manual and folder and a number of old MOT certificates.

The photos of the relevant documents are now in the Gallery - apologies for the delay. Please visit the documents section of the Gallery of this listing where you will find copies of these documents.

Note that we have not been as verbose about this car as some others; not because of any problem, just that it is virtually a new car with no wear or faults to describe! Some of this listing ends up reading more like a magazine road test than a classic car description!

A lightweight, carbon fibre, V12-engined, 200mph Aston Martin with a genuine James Bond provenance is always going to be a special thing - and this is one of the most special we’ve ever seen. One of only around 3,400 sold worldwide, and having covered only 350 miles a year on average from new, this is a museum-quality example with a cast-iron provenance.

While the market prices the Aston Martin DBS at just above the six-figure mark, we’ve seen prices starting to soften a little recently, which is very good news for enthusiasts and investors alike, as it makes them so much more affordable than they used to be. How affordable? Well, we expect this stunning car to sell for between £85-95,000, which is outstanding value considering what you’re getting for your money. 

Viewing is always encouraged, and this car can be seen in Crawley, West Sussex; to arrange an appointment please use the ‘Contact Seller’ button at the top of the listing. Feel free to ask any questions or make observations in the comments section below, or try our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’.

If needed, please remember we have a network of trusted suppliers we work with regularly and can recommend: Thames Valley Car Storage for storing your car, AnyVan for transporting it, and Footman James for classic car insurance.