1964 Aston Martin DB5 Fully Restored to Vantage Specification 500 Miles since

To the casual observer, the 1963 DB5 is virtually indistinguishable from a late model DB4 Vantage; the DB5 is essentially a four-litre version of the DB4. Initially fitted with the four-speed David Brown gearbox, the vast majority of cars received the superior five-speed gearbox either as an option or later as standard fitting. So why is the DB5 so often thought of as the quintessential Aston Martin. Without doubt, this is due to a Silver Birch example featuring in the 1964 James Bond film, Goldfinger, complete with modifications and hidden weaponry. With 007 behind the wheel of the sensational sports GT, demand outstripped supply - the factory just couldn't capitalise fast enough on the marketing success of the DB5. Even today, DB5's are highly regarded and change hands for sums significantly greater than almost anything else in the range. Its production, however, was fairly short-lived, ending in September 1965 after 1,021 models had been manufactured.Presented in stunning Silver Birch coachwork with contrasting black leather trim this example purchased in the mid 1990's and was subject to a body off restoration and nut and bolt rebuild spanning two decades, importantly retaining its original factory bodywork. Originally Caribbean Pearl Blue, the car was repainted in the iconic colour it wears today and the original black leather retrimmed by Aston Martin specialists.In order to retain its original factory registration, Aston Martin Heritage Trust have inspected and validated this DB5's authenticity to the DVLA where BNE 251C was reassigned with its current V5C. Accompanying the history file are photos throughout the restoration and many invoices including the full engine rebuild. This splendid example of the iconic DB5 would grace any collection but is also ready for the road. The ultimate attainment for many an Aston Martin enthusiast.The restorationBodywork-Front and rear body shell clips removed-Door skins removed-Media blasted body shell-Media blast original body panels-All Steelwork carried out (floors sills and superstructure such as outriggers, jacking points and bulkhead panels) -Bodyshell reblasted followed by Etch Primed-Low bake oven satin black on the shell-Alloy Panels fitted to freshly painted chassis-New alloy sills, wing bottoms front and rear and door skins-Body Shell painted in ICI Silver Birch basecoat and lacquer-Underbody ( No underseal, was low bake satin as mentioned earlier)-Chassis waxoyled throughoutBrightwork, Trims and Fittings-Rechromed sun visors and internal fittings-Refabricated alloy door finishers-Rechromed bumpers front and rear-Rechromed Grille-New Alloy fabricated polka dot door shut and boot panels-Stainless steel door handles -Rechromed bonnet stays, clips and catches-Rechromed rear window openers-Headlight surround fabricated as original with factory perspex covers-Original seats dismantled and external supports rechromed-Rechrome of door lamps-Rechrome window frames -New front and rear windscreens-New side glass and drop glassRunning Gear-Remove all suspension from rolling body chassis-Crack test the of original components-Rebuild suspension with original major components replacing all bushes and bearings throughout the whole system-Rebuilt steering rack-New track rod ends-New springs-New dampers-Wheelset plus spare of New 5 1/2 x 15 inch 72 spoke wheels from MWS-Wheelset plus spare of New Avon Turbosteel 185/15-New hubs-Harvey bailey anti-roll bar kit-Rebuilt UJ's-Panard Rods-Radius arms rebuilt-Kunifer brake lines-New brake servos-Replacement brake callipers front and rear-Master cylinder-Pedals rebuilt-New brake hoses-Brake light switches-New brake discsElectrical and Cooling-Complete new wiring loom, including dashboard loom-Rebuilt and rechrome of all gauges-New headlamps-New indicators-New rear lamps-New number plate lamps-New interior lamps-Replacement of window lift motors to modern conversion-New main battery harness-New battery-New cut off switch-New alternator-New coil-New starter motor.-Kenlow fan-New horns-New indicator stalk-New dash switches-New fuse boxes-New engine earth-New relays-Rebuilt wiper motor assembly-New fuel pump-New fuel pickup.-Reconditioned radiator -New hoses throughoutInterior-Full retrim from RS Williams specialist-New Wilton carpets-New headlining-Seats re-trimmed in Connoly hide-New front fresh air blowers and ducting-New interior fresh air vent switchesEngine and Gearbox

-Engine Rebuilt to 4.2 Vantage specification-ZF 5 speed transmission rebuilt-Rear-axle rebuilt-Overhauled Weber DCOE-9 Carbs-Full stainless steel exhausts

£639,995.00

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