Automatic to Manual Conversion
Fitment: DB4, DB5, DB6, DB6 MK2, DBS, V8
While heritage Aston Martins often had an automatic transmission available as an option, the gearboxes used could be said to detract from the sporting characteristics of the cars. The automatic gearboxes in period were also very much of their time, with ill-suited ratios available and poor responses to throttle inputs.
Aston Workshop have long been carrying out modern manual gearbox conversions for classic Aston Martins, and as such have developed a series of simple packages that can update the drive of a heritage Aston while maintaining the character of the car.
For DB4, DB5, and DB6 models:
- Original David Brown 4-speed with optional Overdrive - When maintaining originality is of the utmost importance we can source and fit an original David Brown 4-speed gearbox to your car, with an optional original overdrive unit.
- Original ZF 5-Speed - Enhance your 4-speed equipped DB4 or DB5 with the original ZF 5-speed unit, improving usability and maintaining originality.
- Modern Aston Workshop 5-speed - The ultimate upgrade for DB4, DB5, DB6 and DBS is to use the Aston Workshop Modern 5-speed transmission offering crisper, more precise gear changes and better performance at all speeds.
For DBS V8 and V8 models:
- DBS and V8 ZF 'Dog-Leg' 5-Speed - Aston Workshop are able to source, and often have in stock, the rare 'Dog-Leg' 5-speed gearbox offered in period.
- Modern Aston Workshop 6-speed - The AW modern 6-speed transmission is one of our most popular enhancements for V8 powered models. A far more modern unit than the original manual transmission, our gearbox upgrade offers a better shift when driven fast and a better drive at motorway speeds.
- To enquire about any of our enhancements and upgrades, or to discuss a bespoke solution for your car, contact our workshop team at astonworkshop@aston.co.uk or +44 (0) 1207 233 525.