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The DB6 is a great choice for those wishing to purchase a classic Aston Martin from the golden period of Aston production. The DB6 was developed with a view to making an Aston that was more usable day-today. The emphasis was on more room for all, making it a great choice for those wishing to share the pleasure of classic Aston Martin ownership with family or friends. At the same time, no compromise was made in terms of performance or handling, ensuring that the DB6 adheres to the Aston Martin core values of luxury and performance combined with stunning looks. This particular MK1 was the subject of an extensive, ‘body off’ restoration plus further enhancements and has had virtually no road use since. A photographic record is available to show the extent of the previous owner’s restoration which included a fully refurbished interior in Connolly hide, a new set of wire wheels, stainless steel exhaust, new wiring using factory harnesses, shot blasted and powder coated chassis, electric window conversion etc. The previous owner purchased the vehicle in 1987 and enjoyed this car for over 20 years being a full and active member of the Owners Club. Upon acquiring the DB6 in the summer of 2009, Aston Workshop proceeded to complement this work with further restoration and enhancements as follows: · World renowned Aston Workshop LHD conversion · Aston Workshop 4.2 litre re-engineered engine rebuild (unleaded specification) · Aston Workshop ancillary upgrades, i.e. alternator, starter motor, ignition system, radiator, oil cooler, fuel pump and cosmetics. · Brake refurbishment, new discs, pads, master cylinder and upgraded servos. · Suspension rebuilt, all new bushes, links and rear springs · Full repaint in Silver Birch · All new body seals · New windscreen · New heater blowers · New Wilton carpeting in cabin and boot Throughout all of the work undertaken by Aston Workshop, we have strived to improve the car for modern day ownership whilst retaining as much of the original period charm as possible, and we believe we have succeeded. Presented in the timeless combination of Silver Birch with Blue Connolly hide; it's everything a classic Aston Martin should be, wonderful! Supplied with full MOT certificate and full service prior to delivery. ------------------------------------------- Original literature for the DB6: Original literature (French): ----------------------------------------------- History of the DB6 The DB6 was announced and shown to the public for the first time at the London Motor show in October 1965 and shares its general specification with the DB5. The most obvious difference between the DB6 and DB5 were changes made to the rear body, the rear spoiler or KAMM tail and the lengthened wheel base to realise a 4 seat capability, reduced cost of production and an improvement in performance through reducing drag and lift at speed. Other changes led to modification to the front to reduce lift, improve cooling and this led to the fitting of quarter bumper bars as opposed to the full width ones fitted to the DB5. The use of unequal length trailing arms for the rear axle, required to enable the adoption of an increased wheelbase, also had the benefit of increasing the rear end roll stiffness which further improved the general stability of the new DB6. Despite all of the modification for the DB6, weight was only marginally increased and the no cost option of a full Vantage specification engine realised a performance for the DB6, rivaling that of the DB4 GT some years earlier and never achieved with the DB5. On the road, the DB6 is noticeably steadier and in general use a more comfortable car with noticeably better internal room for driver and passenger alike.  General handling is at least as good as the earlier DB5 and the ride generally is more controlled and comfortable. All in all, the DB6 though planned as an interim model, had indeed achieved a worthwhile gain over its predecessor, all be it at the expense of some of the purity of line exhibited by the DB4 and 5. While the general specification of the DB6 resembled closely that of the DB5, its achievable maximum speed went up to 148 mph from 141 mph with correspondingly improved acceleration.