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LOT 243 *N
1970 Aston Martin DB6 Mk2 Sports Saloon Registration no. NKX 525H (see text) Chassis no. DB6MK2FI/4134/R
The Aston Martin DB6 was launched at the London and Paris Motor Shows in 1965. Although recognisably related to the Carrozzeria Touring-styled DB4, which had founded this particular line back in 1958, the DB6 abandoned its predecessors' Touring-designed Superleggera body framework, adopting a conventional steel fabrication clad, as previously, in aluminium panels. The wheelbase was now 4" longer than before, resulting in an extensive re-style with more-raked windscreen, raised roofline, and reshaped rear quarter windows. Opening front quarter-lights made a reappearance but the major change was at the rear where a Kamm tail improved the aerodynamics. Although apparently a bigger car than its predecessors, the weight of the new model was in fact only fractionally increased.
Tested in the racing DBR2 before its production debut in the DB4, Aston's twin-cam six had been enlarged to 3,995cc for the preceding DB5 and remained unchanged. Power output on triple SU carburettors was 282bhp, rising to 325bhp in Vantage specification on triple Webers. Borg-Warner automatic transmission was offered alongside the standard ZF five-speed manual gearbox, while for the first time power-assisted steering was an option.
In the summer of 1969 the Mark 2 DB6 was announced in saloon and Volante convertible versions. Distinguishable by its flared wheelarches and DBS wheels, the Mark 2 came with power-assisted steering as standard and could be ordered with AE Brico electronic fuel injection.
Chassis number '4134/R' is notable as having been assigned by the factory for the use of David Brown Jr, son of Aston Martin Chairman, Sir David Brown, as noted on the guarantee form. As can be noted from the chassis number, this DB6 was originally a fuel-injected model and is now on Webers. It is finished in the original Bahama Yellow with dark brown trim, and left the Newport Pagnell factory equipped with Borg Warner automatic transmission; front seat belts; Fiamm horns; Radiomobile radio; and Marchal QI fog and spot lamps. Issued on 22nd December 1969, the guarantee was extended when the car was sold to a Mr Wade of Cumbria a year or so later.
The (copy) V5C on file shows that the Aston was owned by one Gerald Boden of Staffordshire from September 1977, and before him to a William Turner, also of Staffordshire. The present owner purchased the car from Aston Workshop on 25th March 2011 and a copy of the sales invoice is on file. 'NKX 525H' is listed in the HPI database as having been exported on 25th April 2011. Accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this vehicle's registration status prior to bidding. Sold strictly as viewed, the car will require re-commissioning and registering before further use. Import tax at the reduced rate of 5% will apply should the Lot remain in the UK.
Please note the correct chassis number is DB6MK2/4134/R


























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