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2005 Aston Martin DB9

Highlights

  • Full service history with only 1,500 miles since last work 
  • Beautiful and rare Rothesay Red with Sandstone leather 
  • Very good condition with few signs of age 
  • Thick history file of main dealer and specialist work
  • Great example of these svelte GTs

The Appeal 

If ever a car evoked high-speed sojourns to the south of France or a leisurely meander to a boutique Cotswold country house hotel, it is the DB9. These beautiful, hand-built cars were created solely to reward those lucky enough to own one. 
This car’s resplendent Rothesay Red paintwork - so named after the Earl of Rothesay’s magnificent red-brick pile - makes an appealing alternative to the more common muted tones of many DB9s. The paintwork is complemented by a Sandstone leather interior with burgundy highlights and mahogany veneers. The first owner certainly had taste. 
The car has subsequently been maintained very well, passing through a handful of keepers who have kept the servicing and maintenance up to date. There is a run of 15 service stamps - a mix of main dealers and specialists - to 92,275 miles. The car is now on 93,697 miles. The thick history file shows regular attention to additional work including brakes and tyres. 
The current MOT shows no advisories, meaning this well preserved example of Aston’s icon is ready to enjoy, whatever your destination. 

The History and Paperwork

  • First registered 31st May 2005
  • Six registered keepers from new 
  • HPI clear 
  • Factory handbooks and associated booklets as shown 
  • Two key fobs
  • Three keys 
  • V5C in current keeper’s name 
  • Car will be sold with registration shown in photos, not on V5C
  • Thick history file of old MOTs, invoices and receipts as shown 
  • Stamped service book with 15 entries, 10 main dealer and 5 independent specialists 
  • Last serviced at 92,275 miles 
  • Current MOT to 7th December 2024 with no advisories however it will have the benefit of a new MOT prior to the auction ending ready for the new keeper
  • 93,595 miles showing on test and showing 93,697 in photographs 

The Condition

  • Rare and attractive Rothesay Red metallic paintwork in very good order
  • Paintwork presents well for age with only light marks to note 
  • These include minor scuffs to front offside valance as shown 
  • Bodywork in very good order with straight panels and no accident damage reported
  • 10 spoke polished alloy wheels in very good order showing few signs of age
  • Fitted with what appear to be Bridgestone Potenza tyres all round with no reported issues
  • Exterior fittings including badges, glasswork and trim all in good working order
  • Sandstone leather interior with complementary burgundy leather dash and door top trim 
  • Leather is very well kept with few signs of use including to driver’s seat
  • Driver’s seat shows light creasing to bolster and backrest but not unsightly 
  • Burgundy carpets in good order in cabin with few signs of wear or staining
  • Mahogany veneers present well as does the aluminium-effect switchgear 
  • Upgraded Garmin satellite navigation via pop-up screen 
  • Alcantara headlining in good condition finished in matching tan colour 
  • Boot carpet in charcoal in good order with one area pulling away from edge as shown 
  • No reported issues with underside and no structural advisories on last MOT 

The Mechanics 

  • 5,935cc V12 hand-built Aston Martin engine 
  • 6spd automatic gearbox with sequential shift options 
  • Well maintained car with full service history to 92,275 miles 
  • No reported running or driving issues
  • No mechanical or running gear advisories on current MOT test 
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Auction Details

  • Year2005
  • MakeAston Martin
  • ModelDB9
  • ColourRed
  • Odometer93,697 Miles
  • Engine size5935cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownSaltash
  • CountyCornwall
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

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