| ASTON MARTIN DB6 Chassis no. DB6/3365/L ORIGINAL LHD, 5-Spd MANUAL NUMBERS MATCHING IMPORTANT OWNERSHIP HISTORY MAINTAINED IN EXCELLENT CONDITION BLACK ON BLACK |
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| ASTON MARTIN DB6 |
| From 1951 - 1973, the inline 6 cylinder engine was the mainstay of the Aston range. The first 2.6 litre engines were based on a W.O. Bentley design, originally commissioned by Lagonda. Progressively developed and enlarged, the last was produced in 1959 measuring 2.9 litres. It was already by this time superceded by a Tadek Marek designed 3.7 litre, twin overhead camshaft, all-alloy unit in 1958 making its production debut with the new DB4 model. This engine also saw substantial development, its final form being the triple-carbureted 4.0 litre, rated at 282 bhp in standard form. The DB6 is the most advanced and refined of the range which was launched with the iconic DB4, and the most capable and comfortable GT car of its era. A mere 1327 examples of the DB6 Coupe were built. Following on from the phenomenal success of the DB5, the DB6 first entered production in 1965 and was to run well into 1970, being produced side-by-side with the DBS at the Newport Pagnell factory. The DB6 bodywork had a new ‘Kamm-tail’ design, offering improved aerodynamics on an extended wheelbase and also revised quarter windows and a higher rear roof line to finally accommodate back seat passengers. DB6/3365/L was ex-factory 5th March 1968, and delivered to its first owner, Prof. Dr. Ing E.H. Heinrich Nordhoff, of Wolfsburg, Germany, the Chairman of Volkswagen GmbH. It was until recently in the long term collection of well-known Aston collector Wolfgang Freidrichs. The abundant documentation included with the car indicates that it had remained in Germany until its 2005 export to the US. Subject to a comprehensive restoration in 1986, the extensive panelwork is documented with photographs. Finished in handsome black-on-black, and having been maintained by Hamburg-based Aston specialists, the DB6 today is presented in excellent cosmetic and mechanical condition, requiring nothing to drive and enjoy all summer. The original build sheet, correct owners’ handbook, workshop manual and jack are included with the car. |
