1965 Aston Martin DB5
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Aston Workshop are delighted to present for sale this fully restored 1965 Aston Martin DB5. Featuring a wide range of subtle modern enhancements, and fully restored to the finest condition, this beautiful DB5 represents a fantastic example of the famous silver-screen icon.
The ground-up restoration process took over two years to complete, with no stone left unturned in our effort to make this one of the finest DB5s in the world. A full photographic record of the restoration can be found here. If undertaken today, a project of this depth, scope and quality would likely cost in the region of £350,000 plus VAT. The works included:
- A full bare metal body restoration and respray in Silver Birch, the iconic James Bond colour.
- Full chassis restoration to better-than-factory condition.
- Engine rebuild to 4.2L specification, including several upgrades detailed below.
- Full engine testing and tuning program on our dynamometer.
- Fitment of a modern 5-speed manual transmission.
- Steering overhaul and fitment of electric power steering.
- Full retrim including Bridge of Weir leather and Wilton wool carpets.
A focus on improved drivability and driver enjoyment led to the following upgrades being fitted:
Engine
- Fully rebuilt and upgraded to 4.2L specification - more information here
- High-output alternator, high-torque starter motor and electronic ignition all serve to increase reliability and usability - more information here
Transmission
- Upgraded to the Aston Workshop modern 5-speed manual transmission - more information here
- Fitment of Limited Slip Differential (3.73:1) - more information here
Chassis
- Fitment of our Monte Carlo handling kit, comprising of an uprated roll bar and fast-road springs - more information here
- Fitment of our Adjustable Telescopic Rear Damper kit – more information here
- Modern electric power steering fitted - more information here
Brakes
- Upgraded servo units and master cylinder - more information here
Additional Upgrades
- Inertia reel front and rear seatbelts – more information here
- Period-style radio system with all the usual modern refinements including Bluetooth - more information here
- Remote Central Locking - more information here
Looking as fresh as the day it left our workshop following its full restoration, this DB5 must be one of the finest on the market today. This 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is now available at Aston Workshop. Our helpful sales team are happy to discuss the car in further detail; please call +44 (0) 1207 233 525 or +44 (0) 7827353195 or email sales@aston.co.uk.
About Aston Workshop
Aston Workshop is an independent Aston Martin specialist located on Red Row Estate, an idyllic 37 acre venue set in the North East countryside. Red Row is located in County Durham, only 2 miles away from Beamish Museum, one of the North’s major tourist attractions. We offer a wide variety of contemporary Aston Martins for sale in our showroom including special editions, low mileage examples and high-performance models. Typically we have around 80 cars on-site at any given time. Additionally, we have an unrivalled selection of valuable heritage models which are rare and often rebuilt to bespoke specifications with discrete modern enhancements. Typically stocking fully restored examples, older restorations, drivers, 100% electric zero-emission EV conversions and even barn finds, our showroom is an unrivalled experience for the Aston Martin Enthusiast. We also build cars such as our DB4 GT Zagato recreations and our V8 Evolution 6.0.
Our sales showroom is supported by over 40 vastly experienced workshop staff working with a wide range of comprehensive in-house facilities including all aspects of Aston Martin diagnosis, repair, servicing and restoration to concours standards. Each member of our team works hard to ensure that we stay at the forefront of Aston engineering technology, Aston parts supply and full restorations including fixed-price services where applicable.
Our experienced team are also pleased to help and advise if you are a collector or seeking to purchase a car specifically for investment purposes.
The benefits of buying and selling with us include:
- Nationwide collection and delivery service on our own covered transporters
- Cars which are prepared by technicians working exclusively on Aston Martins
- Our own Aston Workshop Warranty
- A comprehensive customer service that truly works for the duration of ownership
- The confidence of dealing with a leading independent specialist established over 30 years
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