1964 Aston Martin DB5
- Engine
- 3.0L inline-six aluminum alloy, twin-cam, ~282 bhp
- Colour
- Vintage Aston Martin racing green
A left-hand-drive 1965 Aston Martin DB5 finished in Sage Green, built to U.S. specification and originally delivered to Oscar Strauss II of New York, a member of the Guggenheim family. The car retains much of its original character and many factory features, and has passed through a succession of dedicated enthusiast owners. A detailed cosmetic restoration carried out during one ownership period remains largely intact today, and the car earned a second-in-class award at the AMOC North America Concours at Lime Rock in 2003.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$1,045,000
- —Auction saleEstimate US$1,200,000 – US$1,450,000
- 1965-02-19 →Factory deliveryOscar Strauss IIfull documentation
Original recipient of the car, a prominent New York figure connected to the Guggenheim family, active in finance and sailing. Guarantee issued in his name on delivery.
- Date unknownKurt DelBenepartial documentation
Vintage racer who reportedly commissioned a thorough cosmetic restoration during his tenure; that work is said to be the finish still present on the car.
- Date unknownStefano Brunipartial documentation
Connecticut-based owner during whose period the car achieved a class award at the AMOC North America Concours in 2003.
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownDubai-based shipping magnatepartial documentation
Held the car as part of a notable private collection based in Dubai.
- Date unknownPrivate saleNew England collector of Aston Martins and Bentleyspartial documentation
Purchased the car from the Dubai collector; an active driver who spent substantially on specialist maintenance, fitted a Harvey Bailey suspension upgrade and a bespoke aluminum radiator, and regularly used the car for commuting in the Boston and Cape Cod area.
Competition
- 2003AMOC North AmericaAMOC North America Concours at Lime Rock2nd in class
Car was entered while owned by Stefano Bruni of Connecticut.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Restoration
A thorough cosmetic restoration was carried out during Kurt DelBene's ownership, the quality of which is described as still evident on the car.
Described as a very detailed cosmetic restoration; no date or workshop name given.
- —Mechanical
A Harvey Bailey suspension kit was installed to improve handling, a modification now endorsed by Aston Martin Heritage. A bespoke aluminium radiator was also fitted to aid cooling during slow traffic in warm conditions.
Work carried out during the most recent ownership; part of over $35,000 in specialist expenditure.
- —ServiceAston Martin of New England
A comprehensive detailing was performed at Aston Martin of New England immediately prior to the auction sale to ensure the car presented at its best.
Described as a full detailing in preparation for sale.
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