1972 Aston Martin V8 Base Model

KEY FACTS This Aston Martin V8 Series 2 is a rare and highly desirable classic British grand tourer, boasting a factory five-speed manual gearbox and reportedly significant provenance. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 5.3-litre DOHC V8 with Bosch mechanical fuel injection, driving the rear wheels via a rare factory-fitted ZF five-speed dogleg manual transmission. Recorded as built in 1972 and first registered in September 1973, this example has been with the seller for over 10 years. The odometer indicates 62,359 miles, though this is not warranted. This is understood to be one of only 288 Aston Martin V8 Series 2 cars produced, and one of just 99 Series 2 examples recorded with the factory ZF five-speed manual gearbox, and was reportedly first used by Aston Martin Marketing Director Fred Hartley. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This Aston Martin V8 is finished in Raven Black paintwork over a black leather-trimmed interior, accented by contrasting white seat piping. It rides on a set of 15-inch factory GKN alloy wheels, which are fitted with Avon tyres. Equipment includes factory air conditioning, power-assisted steering, Girling ventilated disc brakes, De Dion rear suspension, Smiths gauges, and a fitted battery cut-off switch. Modifications include V8 Vantage-style front driving lights, front spoiler, and ‘flip-tail’ rear spoiler, electrically adjustable door mirrors, an electric aerial, a modern Alpine DAB stereo, a stainless-steel exhaust system, an updated brake-servo vacuum arrangement, updated cooling-fan coupling and associated components, and upgraded camshaft hardware. Accompanied by extensive service documentation, an extensive history file covering more than five decades, Aston Martin factory correspondence, correspondence involving former Aston Martin chairman Victor Gauntlett, Aston Martin Owners Club records and historian correspondence, production and rarity research specific to the car, and two keys. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to asses