Description
FOR SALE: 1969 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage (Factory Vantage)
"On taking over the DB6 one is immediately astonished by its flexibility. In spite of multiple carburettor chokes, it will idle through traffic like a dowager's limousine and will accelerate on a high gear in a manner which is rare even among the biggest V8 power units." - John Bolster, Autosport, 21st October 1966, reviewing the Aston Martin DB6 Vantage.
This Vantage version of the DB6 is one of only 335 made.
Features Include -
Four litre twin overhead cam straight six engine - recently restored by marque specialists RS Williams Ltd to 4. 2 litre, Triple Weber 45 DCOE 6 Carburettors, ZF manual five-speed Transmission, Disc brakes all round, Aluminium body Lightweight chassis, Power assisted steering, Electric windows, AM/ FM Radio,
History & Maintenance -
Purchased by the previous owner from Runnymede Motors who carried out a bare metal respray, changing original colour from Dubonnet Rosso to Silver Birch and fitted a new wiring loom, radiator, polished stainless steel wire wheels and new Michelin tyres, Headrests, rear seatbelts and new suspension were added later.
In April 2021 the car was subjected to a comprehensive engine, gearbox and mechanical restoration at Richard Stewart Williams Ltd Aston Martin Specialists in Surrey at a cost of over £60K
There is an exceptional history file from manufacture to date including comprehensive maintenance and restoration invoices from leading Aston Martin specialists.
Only two previous owners - second owner 31 years.
Won in the 2008 AMOC Autumn Concours and 1" Prize in the 2009 Concours - Pride of Ownership Class - and was invited to lead the DB6 50" Anniversary Circuit Parade at the
2015 Silverstone Classic
Historic number plate included – 555 HOT
99K Miles (5, 000 miles since engine rebuild)
