For Sale: 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda in Huntington Station, New York

--Malvern Brown with Creme Connolly leather piped Brown and Brown Wilton wool carpeting edged, Brown Carpeting Piped Creme, 5.3 Liter V8, Automatic Gearbox, 44k Miles from new, Long Term collector ownership. The Aston Martin Lagonda was THE sensation of the 1976 London Motor Show. Production didn't truly begin until 1978. In its first two years of production, only 16 cars were completed.The earlier Lagonda V8 (essentially a lengthened V8 Saloon) is known as the series 1. The wedge shaped Lagonda's are known as the series 2, 3 and 4, based on engine spec and body style. The factory has tended to differentiate Lagonda's by instrument type.This Series 2 Lagonda has been previous long term collector ownership. This Lagonda is excellent other than a tear in the driver's seat, easily repaired-recovered but which the previous owner decided to leave as is due to its being the original leather throughout. The condition of this Lagonda is not the norm, it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime and within its most recent ownership. It is solid and without the normal rust issues that accompany many Lagonda's that have been used in inclement weather conditions. It was originally delivered in European specification. In this specification this Lagonda did not have catalysts as well as European carburetor airbox rather than the cumbersome Federal sealed airbox and exhaust systems which stifles engine performance.This Lagonda is powered by an all alloy dohc 5.4 liter V8 developing 305 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 288 lb. ft. of torque @ 5500 rpm, 6.5 seconds 0-60 with a top speed of 150 mph. All interior functions are working as they were originally meant which means they are working as only an early series Lagonda owner can understand. Although all electronics were advanced for their day, they can be finicky. This said, today all functions are working up to par and thus will give its new owner pleasure rather than anxiety. The air conditioning is also working properly.If you are seeking a proper earlier series Lagonda, in exceptional condition this is a rare find. It is complete with books and warning triangle.