--Ascot Grey with Burgundy leather interior and Burgundy carpeting,
5.3 liter V8 engine, Automatic transmission, 57,000 miles one
family owned since new. With an estimated 315bhp available
from its 5,340cc four-cam engine, the V8 could reach 100mph in
under 14 seconds, running on to a top speed of 160mph, staggering
performance for the era. Described by former Aston Martin Chairman
Victor Gauntlett as "a stylish thoroughbred, beautifully built,
luxurious, fast and immensely safe," the V8 was built in several
variants. The most successful Aston Martin ever, the V8 survived
the changes of ownership and financial upheavals of the 1970s,
enjoying a record-breaking production run lasting from 1974 to
1989, with 2,919 cars sold. This one family owned V8 Aston
is complete with copies of its original factory build records,
factory warranty card plus large history file. Being built for the
US market and equipped with a left-hand-drive steering, 3-speed
automatic transmission and extremely rare factory fitted electric
sliding sunroof. Well known in AMOC circles and to Autosport
Designs own Tom P since new. Also benefitting with upgrades
of Aluminum radiator, Modern Electronic ignition and
Stereo head unit with Amplifier. This represents an
extremely rare opportunity to own a very well documented, serviced,
original and well treated Aston Martin V8. Comes complete with
Heritage certificate, Jack, Spare, Tool Roll and Service file.
Ready for immediate use and enjoyment.
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