The DB6 continued with then high-tech Armstrong Selectaride cockpit-adjustable rear shock absorbers as available on the DB5. Performance was satisfactory: road-tests of the day observed top speed of the Vantage model between 145 mph (233 km/h) to 148 mph (238 km/h), with John Bolster aboard a Vantage spec DB6 reaching a two-way average of 152 mph (245 km/h). Though fashionable - the rear-end Kamm-styled design was similar to the Ferrari 250 - it did not prove popular with conservative, tradition oriented Aston clientele when the DB6 was introduced. The tail, combined with the relocated rear-axle and the 3.75-inch (95 mm) lengthened wheelbase, provide more stability at high speed. The DB6 has a resemblance to its predecessor, the DB5 with the most noticeable differences being its wheelbase, side profile, split front and rear bumpers and rear panels incorporating the Kammback tail rear end. Introduced at the 1965 London Motor Show, the DB6 was already a dated design notable as the first model engineered following a factory relocation from Feltham to Newport Pagnell. A comprehensive £3700 service in 2019 by Desmond J Smail shows the car wants for nothing and ready for its next fortunate owner. Pleasingly there has been much attention to detail to maintain correctness even down to the correct Motorola model 818 radio being converted to FM and adapted to accept an MP3 player. The beautifully presented history file shows that the DB6 has been lovingly, painstakingly and comprehensively maintained by Aston Martin Main dealers and marque specialists. At this point the engine received significant attention and converted to run on unleaded fuel. Photographic evidence shows a bare metal respray in 2005 which today shows no evidence of any deterioration. Bills on file show an interior re-trim in Connolly 3099 leather in 1993, again by Desmond J Smail.
The current mileage of 29000 is shown on a replacement speedometer that was fitted by Desmond J Smail in 1993 at 24,600 miles so the overall mileage would appear to be circa 54,000 miles. It comes with a comprehensive history file dating back to 1988.
The BMIHT certificate shows it was fitted with optional extras of chrome wheels, three ear hubcaps, powered aerial, two safety belts, radio housing, Avon Turbospeed tyres. It was supplied new by A & B cars in Newton -Le-Willows on 12 September 1967.
We have the pleasure in offering this fabulous home market, right hand drive, matching numbers manual DB6 for sale. Comprehensive history file dating back until 1988.