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1968 | Aston Martin DB 6

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Description

Aston Martin DB6

The Aston Martin DB6 represents the culmination of Aston Martin’s iconic DB series a model that preserved the timeless beauty of the DB5 while elevating comfort, stability, and long-distance performance. With its distinctive fastback silhouette, improved aerodynamics, and refined engineering, the DB6 stands today as one of the brand’s most elegant and usable classics. Where the DB5 became a legend, the DB6 became a masterpiece.

When the Aston Martin DB6 debuted at the London Motor Show in 1965, it marked more than just the next evolution of the DB lineage it was a statement of intent. The 1960s were a period of unprecedented optimism, a time when design, engineering, and culture collided to inspire some of the world’s most iconic creations. The DB6 became one of them. It succeeded the revered DB5 already immortalized by Mr Bond and elevated the formula further. The DB6 was longer, roomier, more refined, and more sophisticated. It was the first of the DB line designed primarily as a grand tourer rather than a sports car, offering effortless performance across continents while preserving the craftsmanship and understated glamour that had made Aston Martin a hallmark of British luxury. Its signature “Kamm tail” rear spoiler, extended wheelbase, and improved aerodynamics were not merely stylistic flourishes; they were engineering advances derived from motorsport research, transforming the DB6 into one of the most stable and well mannered long distance drivers of its time.

From aristocrats to entertainers, the DB6 attracted an elite following. To own one was to belong to a world of refined adventure, a world where journeys were celebrated as much as the destinations themselves.

The Aston Martin DB6 has achieved an esteemed position in the classic car world. While the DB5 commands cinematic fame, the DB6 often remains the connoisseur’s choice more comfortable, more advanced, rarer in certain configurations, and offering a uniquely satisfying driving experience. Its combination of heritage, craftsmanship, usability, and prestige ensures strong collector demand and long term investment potential.

 

 

THIS CAR 

A meticulously restored 1968 Aston Martin DB6, showcased in the exquisite Black Pearl Metallic finish with light grey interior.

This DB6’s journey is as captivating as the car itself. After spending decades cherished by enthusiasts, it was entrusted to one of the country’s foremost Aston Martin specialists for a complete transformation. Every inch of the car was taken back to bare metal, its iconic lines restored with a flawless new finish. The interior was re imagined with a full, handcrafted retrim, bringing back the elegance and atmosphere of a true grand tourer.

The result is a DB6 that feels timeless, refined, beautifully balanced, and finished with a stunning attention detail. And its story is fully documented, supported by an exceptional history file that traces its life all the way back to 1969.

Date of first registration 05/08/1968

Chassis number DB663448R

Engine number 4003777

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make
Aston Martin
Model name
DB 6
First registration date
Not provided
Year of manufacture
1968
Mileage (read)
48,000 mi
Chassis number
Not provided
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Matching numbers
No
Number of owners
Not provided

Technical details

Body style
Coupe
Power (kW/hp)
207/282
Cubic capacity (cm³)
3995
Cylinders
6
Doors
2
Steering
Right (RHD)
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
Not provided
Transmission
Rear
Front brakes
Not provided
Rear brakes
Not provided
Fuel type
Petrol

Individual Configuration

Exterior color
Black
Manufacturer color name
Black Pearl Metallic
Interior color
Grey
Interior material
Leather

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