1971 ASTON MARTIN DBS VANTAGE - Lot 83

1971 ASTON MARTIN DBS VANTAGE Series DBS/5560/R French registration Full restoration 140 000 / 160 000 Launched in 1967, the Aston Martin DBS is the last of David Brown's creations. Heir to the legendary DB4, DB5 and DB6, the DBS marks a genuine transition from its predecessors, adopting a more contemporary styling by William Towns. Mechanically, a V8 engine was introduced to better suit the tastes of American customers. Legend has it that it was Annie Soisbault de Montaigu, owner of Garage Mirabeau, who suggested that David Brown honor his wife Susan by adding the initial of her first name to both of his. The development of the V8 proved difficult, so the DB6's in-line 6-cylinder engine was chosen. An excellent engine, it perfectly complemented the beautiful bodywork. The 6-cylinder version continued its career even after the release of the V8. As confirmed by its Aston Martin certificate, our example left the factory on February 11, 1971 with its Vantage body kit and right-hand drive as soon as it left the factory, and immediately switched to left-hand drive before delivery to Belgium. It wasn't until its complete restoration a few years ago that the engine was switched to Vantage configuration. As a result, the vehicle presents itself in a beautiful configuration and in irreproachable condition, ready to cover long distances for the next vacations. 1971 ASTON MARTIN DBS VANTAGE Series DBS/5560/R French registration Full restoration 140 000 / 160 000 Launched in 1967, the Aston Martin DBS is the last of David Brown's creations. Heir to the legendary DB4 DB5 and DB6, the DBS marks a genuine transition from its predecessors, adopting a more contemporary styling by William Towns. Mechanically, a V8 engine was introduced to better suit the tastes of American customers. Legend has it that it was Annie Soisbault de Montaigu, owner of Garage Mirabeau, who suggested that David Brown honor his wife Susan by adding the initial of her first name to both of his. The development of the V8 proved difficult, so the DB6's in-line 6-cylinder engine was chosen. An excellent engine, it perfectly complemented the beautiful bodywork. The 6-cylinder version continued its career even after the release of the V8. As confirmed by its Aston Martin certificate, our example left the factory on February 11, 1971 with its Vantage body kit and right-hand drive as soon as it left the factory, and immediately switched to left-hand drive before delivery to Belgium. It wasn't until its complete restoration a few years ago that the engine was switched to Vantage configuration. As a result, the vehicle presents itself in a beautiful configuration and in irreproachable condition, ready to cover long distances for the next vacations.