Vehicle Description
1965 Aston Martin DB5 'Ogle' Saloon to Vantage Specification
RHD
There can be few British sports cars that are as iconic as the
Aston Martin DB5. While all variants are consistently in high
demand due to their looks, performance, history and investment
potential, those cars with unique historical features are
particularly sought after.
The example offered here is one such car having been originally
used by Ogle Design Ltd as a design prototype to demonstrate to the
factory how the interior of the forthcoming DB6 could look.
Modifications included a completely new layout of the dashboard and
glove compartment, addition of a new centre console, central
opening armrest (which was hinged at the rear), chrome plated
ashtray, simpler V-patterned seat design, redesigned interior door
panels (with a new interior door release handle) and completely new
trim panels to the rear parcel shelf. Many of these modifications
were subsequently adopted on the DB6 with the seating design being
one of the most noticeable features.
In addition to its fascinating history this car has also recently
benefited from a no expense spared 3000 hours body off restoration
which was undertaken by noted specialists Bodylines and Spray Tec
restorations, who undertook the paintwork, interior and suspension.
The original engine and gearbox were fully rebuilt by R S Williams
who upgraded it to 4.2 Litre Vantage specification. During the
restoration a number of other modifications were discreetly
accommodated including modern air conditioning, Becker Mexico
stereo/satellite navigation, electric windows, central locking with
automatic window closure, modern alarm system, Borrani polished
alloy wire wheels and spinners and an uprated large core
radiator.
Having covered very few miles since its restoration was completed
in 2008 it remains in fantastic condition. Numbers Match the
vehicle's factory data sheet�and it presents beautifully in its
original Silver Birch with Dark Blue hide and Grey carpets. One of
its few recent outings was at the 2015 Goodwood Revival where it
was a course Safety Car and performed faultlessly. Having been
professionally maintained by J D Classics it is without doubt one
of the very finest examples available today and provides a
fantastic opportunity to acquire a unique and very historic
DB5.
Please contact us for further details.
